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.
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.
Man pleads guilty to sexually assaulting jogger in 2007 attack on Minneapolis’ Boom Island
A man pleaded guilty Tuesday to the sexual assault of a jogger in Minneapolis 16 years ago.
A man pleaded guilty Tuesday to the sexual assault of a jogger in Minneapolis 16 years ago.
Coffee and kicks on the menu at Ninth Street
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.
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 suspected of killing his mother in Minneapolis condo arrested in Kentucky
A man accused of killing his mother inside her Minneapolis condo in March was arrested in Kentucky on Thursday.
A man accused of killing his mother inside her Minneapolis condo in March was arrested in Kentucky on Thursday.
Man killed by light rail train in Minneapolis
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Three teenagers riding in a stolen Kia were arrested after shots were fired in Minneapolis, damaging the Minneapolis Public Schools’ administration building on Monday.
MPD chief on teen violent crime
Minneapolis police chief Brian O?Hara is looking to hold teens accountable for violent crimes. Just this week, a 14-year-old and 15-year-old were charged after firing shots out of a stolen Kia.
Minneapolis police chief Brian O?Hara is looking to hold teens accountable for violent crimes. Just this week, a 14-year-old and 15-year-old were charged after firing shots out of a stolen Kia.
Chauvin appeals conviction in George Floyd’s murder to the Minnesota Supreme Court
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin appealed his murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd to the Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday, saying the district judge’s decision not to move the proceedings out of the city deprived him of a fair trial.
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin appealed his murder conviction in the killing of George Floyd to the Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday, saying the district judge’s decision not to move the proceedings out of the city deprived him of a fair trial.
DFL convention chaos: Nasri Warsame supporters explain what set it off
Tensions over translation and procedural issues at the convention led Nasri Warsarme’s supporters to distrust the process. Then a critical misunderstanding in the moments leading up to the unrest set everything off — like a match to a powder keg.
Tensions over translation and procedural issues at the convention led Nasri Warsarme’s supporters to distrust the process. Then a critical misunderstanding in the moments leading up to the unrest set everything off — like a match to a powder keg.