Mpls. safety commissioner wants to staff up police force and alternative services
Todd Barnette started late last year as Minneapolis’ Community Safety Commissioner, following controversy with his predecessor. He now juggles the city’s public health...
Twin Cities see 1st real snowfall of winter
MINNEAPOLIS — The Twin Cities were in the snow zone Wednesday, with snow-covered trees and roads making for an icy-yet-picturesque Thursday. ...
3 Minneapolis men sentenced for violent carjackings targeting Uber, Lyft drivers
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Three Minneapolis men were sentenced to prison for their roles in an armed carjacking spree that targeted...
Local Impact of Long COVID: Studies Highlight Increased Cognitive Difficulties, Depression, and Fatigue
A recent online survey published in JAMA Network Open found that 57% of individuals with long COVID, or post-COVID-19 condition, reported daily cognitive deficits...
COVID Self-Tests Proven Just as Reliable as Clinician-Administered Tests, Local Study Finds
A recent study in Maryland found that self-administered BinaxNow COVID-19 rapid tests are as accurate as those done by a healthcare provider. The research...
Minneapolis police believe juveniles are responsible for a string of violent robberies
MINNAPOLIS — Minneapolis police say they are tracking down several suspects involved in a recent crime spree. Over the weekend, more...
Minnesota’s New EV Rebate: Local Professor Discusses Potential Impact on Car Buying Decisions
Jukka Kukkonen, a professor at the University of St. Thomas School of Engineering, recently spoke about Minnesota's new electric vehicle (EV) rebate in an...
A look at the critical repair work being done at Lock and Dam No....
HASTINGS, Minn. — An important avenue to transport goods across the U.S. is getting some timely repairs just outside the Twin Cities....
Understanding the Rise in Homelessness: How it Affects Our Community
The article analyzes the 2023 data on homelessness in the United States. It shows that homelessness impacts all demographic groups, with Black, Native American,...
Anastasia Olson, a 31-years-old Disney on Ice Skater Hospitalized Following Minneapolis Show Fall
Professional figure skater Anastasia Olson, aged 31, suffered an injury on Saturday while executing a lift in her role as Belle during Disney on...
