Minneapolis to close a block of First Avenue for Warehouse District Live every Friday

Beginning Memorial Day weekend and running through Halloween, a one-block stretch in the North Loop of Minneapolis will close to offer patrons increased access for foot traffic.

Feds not ready to negotiate truce between Minneapolis gangs, but will consider the idea

U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger told a community forum in north Minneapolis that his office wasn't ready to help negotiate a gang truce in Minneapolis, but they were willing to consider the idea.

Twin Cities parks among the best in US
video

The cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis have some of the best parks in the Midwest, according to the latest ParkScore index released this week. St. Paul is ranked No. 2 followed by Minneapolis at No. 3. FOX 9's Bill Keller has the details.

Target pulls some LGBTQ+ merchandise from stores ahead of June Pride month after threats to workers

Target is removing certain items from its stores and making other changes to its LGBTQ+ merchandise nationwide ahead of Pride month, after an intense backlash from some customers including violent confrontations with its workers.

Coffee and kicks on the menu at Ninth Street
video

The metro has several unique coffee shop concepts. In Apple Valley, there?s Curiouser Coffee which is part coffee shop, part conservatory. In Plymouth, the Brew Park is a coffee shop and dog park combo. And in Minneapolis, Ninth Street blends soccer and coffee. There are pickup games nightly, but it?s also used for personal training groups and for kids, a free open play option every Tuesday and Friday from 10 a.m. to noon. Ninth Street Soccer and Coffee is located at 801 SE 9th St. in the Marcy Holmes neighborhood of Minneapolis. It?s open seven days a week from 8 a.m. to midnight.

Man killed by light rail train in Minneapolis
video

A man was hit and killed by a light rail train in downtown Minneapolis Saturday morning. Authorities believe the man may have lost his balance while fighting with another individual and fell onto the tracks as the train approached the platform.

Minneapolis security guard killed in hit-and-run crash

Minneapolis police are requesting help locating the driver involved in a hit-and-run crash early Sunday morning. 

Man hit, killed by train after fight in downtown Minneapolis

A man was struck and killed by a train after falling onto the light rail tracks in downtown Minneapolis early Saturday morning.

The Twin Cities Heart Walk this Saturday

A tradition of hope and healing will be back at Target Field this weekend when the annual Heart Walk takes place this Saturday.   

Art-a-Whirl returns for 28th year
video

A plan to bring the public to art studios in the Northeast Minneapolis Arts District (NEMAA) started in 1995. Now it involves more than 1,200 artists in 70-plus locations. Art-A-Whirl runs Friday May 19 through Sunday May 21. It?s a chance to interact with the artists, see demos and even try an art project with the pro. NEMAA?s website offers all the info needed to navigate the popular event from transportation and parking to a map of all the participating studios and local breweries and restaurants.

Decrease in violence at two Minneapolis businesses
video

Since an investigation into Merwin Liquors and Winner Gas Station was announced, violence and drug sales have "significantly decreased" in the area, according to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.

DFL holds emergency meeting in response to fights at Minneapolis political convention

Minnesota Democratic Party leaders met in a closed executive session over Zoom on Thursday evening to discuss a rule change that would permanently ban people involved in violence from party activities.

Merwin Liquors, Winner Gas Station investigation shows 'significant' decrease in crime

Since an investigation into Merwin Liquors and Winner Gas Station was announced, violence and drug sales have “significantly decreased" in the area, according to Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison.  

Family of Aniya Allen still seeking justice
video

The family of Aniya Allen is still seeking justice after the 6-year-old was fatally shot in Minneapolis two years ago, and no arrests have been made.

Target Field Stadium Chef Series sets date for this summer

Following the success of its first iteration at Wrigley Field in Chicago last summer, Target Field has announced its inaugural Stadium Chef Series dinner.

DeLaSalle student chosen as Doodle for Google contest finalist

Ninth-grader Helen Sautter from DeLaSalle High School in Minneapolis is Minnesota's winner of the Doodle for Google Student Contest. 

DeLaSalle student wins MN Google Doodle contest
video

Ninth-grader Helen Sautter from DeLaSalle High School is Minnesota's winner for the Doodle for Google contest. Artists were asked to create their own version of the Google logo with the prompt, "I am grateful for..." Fifty-five state and territory winners will now compete for the honor of their design appearing on the Google home page for a day.

Teens stealing Kias, Hyundais is part of ‘public safety crisis’ according to MPD Chief

Three teenagers riding in a stolen Kia were arrested after shots were fired in Minneapolis, damaging the Minneapolis Public Schools’ administration building on Monday.