Audit finds no violations, but communication failures in Minneapolis’ response to federal raid
An internal audit has determined that Minneapolis didn't violate the "separation ordinance" prohibiting city police from assisting with immigration actions when officers responded to the scene of a federal raid at a Mexican restaurant in early June. A report by the Minneapolis City Auditor concluded that Minneapolis...
Service workers at U of M campuses to strike later this month
Thousands of students and employees at five University of Minnesota campuses and research facilities may have the start of their school year interrupted, as members of Teamsters Local 320 have now filed their notice of intent to strike.
Construction no longer threatens Stanley’s in NE Mpls.
A popular northeast Minneapolis bar and restaurant is no longer under threat of closure due to construction in the area.
Minneapolis Resident Reunited with Stolen E-bike Thanks to Observant Police Officer
In an uplifting turn of events for a Minneapolis local, the power of vigilance has made a significant difference. The victim, whose identity has not been made public, was struck by misfortune when his garage was violated and his electric bike, an item with a hefty price tag, was unceremoniously taken. Notably, these...
Business owners, community members protest delay in funding to fight Blue Line displacement
Construction on the Blue Line extension is set to begin in two years, but members of a local group say new requirements will make it harder for community members to access anti-displacement funds. The post Business owners, community members protest delay in funding to fight Blue Line displacement appeared first on...
‘Technical issue’ at Verizon to blame for missed Amber Alert
But when the Amber Alert went out, people on the Verizon network did not get the message.
BCA: Ten suspects arrested for soliciting minors in undercover operation
A Cannon Falls Man, 27, was among the suspects arrested by undercover agents on charges of soliciting minors near the Twin Cities.
Minneapolis hosts free pet adoption events through September
Minneapolis Animal Care and Control is hosting weekly events to offer free pet adoptions to community members, regardless of where they are residents. The effort comes from a $13,300 grant from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) as part of the Rescue Effect campaign. Minneapolis...
A new, reimagined “Beauty and the Beast” at the Orpheum is a showstopper –...
Kyra Belle Johnson is the real life Belle! She stars in the revival of “Beauty and the Beast” at the Orpheum, a showstopper of a production filled with iconic characters, songs, and magic. Johnson talks to WCCO about the show running through Aug. 17.
Minneapolis 12-year-old found safe after days-long search
The 12-year-old girl whose disappearance sparked an emergency alert in Minneapolis on Tuesday has been found safe. In a news conference Tuesday evening, Minneapolis police confirmed that Victoria Jackson had been found at a friend's home, having last been seen near Minnehaha Falls on Saturday. Authorities took the...