Clergy, nurses rally outside HCMC as legislators continue to weigh funding options
MINNEAPOLIS — Supporters are ramping up their presence outside Hennepin County Medical Center as legislators continue to debate a funding solution for the safety-net hospital. The nurses' union hosted several speakers, some of whom said they were tired of rallying for "basic needs," while clergy members are holding a...
Mpls. mayor vetoes eviction notice extension ordinance for 2nd time
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed an effort to extend the pre-eviction filing notice period by 15 days, weeks after shooting down a similar measure that would have extended the period by 30 days.
The Minneapolis, MN Meatless Burger Causing “Wait, This Is Vegan?!” Freak-Outs
A plant-based burger bar causing a citywide craving crisis in Minneapolis is not what most people expect when they walk up to unassuming Francis Burger Joint, but that’s exactly the kind of plot twist locals now brag about to out-of-town friends. This is the spot where “killer burgers” are...
Minneapolis fire crews put out flames at Karmel Mall and apartment building
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis fire crews had a busy Friday morning as they extinguished two fires - one at an apartment building and another at the Karmel Mall. The first fire occurred around 2 a.m. at the Montclair Apartments. The flames started on the second floor and residents were evacuated into buses.
Father of Minneapolis police detective faces deportation after arrest during Operation Metro Surge
Roberto Hernandez Vargas lived in the United States for nearly three decades without any contact with ICE agents. He has no criminal record. There was no warrant for his arrest or order for removal. He had started the process of applying for permanent residency with the sponsorship of his son, Roberto Hernandez, Jr., a U.S. […]
Turning Point USA contributor, family accused of assault share stories
A mother, father and daughter have all been indicted for allegedly assaulting a TurningPoint USA contributor.
Cottage Grove lifts shelter-in-place order for elementary schools after police arrest armed man
COTTAGE GROVE, Minn — Cottage Grove Police lifted a shelter-in-place alert for Armstrong Elementary and Hillside Elementary after officers took an armed man into custody Thursday morning. Around 10 a.m., Cottage Grove police responded to a report of a 30-year-old man experiencing a mental health crisis while armed near...
Metro Transit Proposes Fare Changes Affecting St. Paul Riders
Metro Transit is seeking public input on proposed fare changes that could affect bus and transit riders across St. Paul, including commuters traveling through downtown and along major corridors like […] The post Metro Transit Proposes Fare Changes Affecting St. Paul Riders first appeared on Community Reporter .
Vintage thrift store opens in downtown St. Paul storefront initiative
A new sibling-owned vintage and thrift store has opened in downtown St. Paul, adding to ongoing efforts to revitalize vacant storefronts in the city’s core. Forever Young: Vintage, Thrift & […] The post Vintage thrift store opens in downtown St. Paul storefront initiative first appeared on Community Reporter .
Ribbon cutting for new downtown St. Paul grocery marks the start of a new...
SAINT PAUL, Minn. — When the Lunds & Byerlys in downtown St. Paul closed, it left a hole. “Beyond the food, it was a gathering place for downtown residents to meet each other,” said downtown resident Marge Romero. “When it left, it was such a vacuum.”. Romero...

















