Minneapolis teachers strike Day 3: Educators march through downtown

With little movement on reaching an agreement with district leaders, Minneapolis educators began their third day of strike on the overpasses and bridges throughout the city. At noon, they'll take to the streets of downtown.

Report on Minneapolis response to George Floyd protests: 'There was a void'

Tuesday, the Minneapolis City Council received an after-action report on the city's response conducted by an independent firm with deep law enforcement experience that confirmed for many the extent of the city's failure and also pointed to its causes.

New Ties Lounge and Rooftop owners: ‘We’re still fighting for downtown’

After COVID-19 and civil unrest kept many people away from downtown Minneapolis, a group of young entrepreneurs is hoping to bring new life to Nicollet Avenue with a bar, lounge, restaurant and rooftop concept.

New Ties Lounge and Rooftop owners: ?We?re still fighting for downtown?
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After COVID-19 and civil unrest kept many people away from downtown Minneapolis, a group of young entrepreneurs is hoping to bring new life to Nicollet Avenue with a bar, lounge, restaurant and rooftop concept.

Meet the 'Flute Guy:' Iron worker brings soothing sounds to downtown Minneapolis

A construction worker in downtown Minneapolis has found a unique way to whistle while he works. He plays a musical instrument in some unexpected places and now has an audience in the millions. Meet Paul Harvey, the flute guy. 

'Flute Guy' brings soothing sounds to downtown Minneapolis
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A construction worker in downtown Minneapolis has found a unique way to whistle while he works. He plays a musical instrument in some unexpected places and now has an audience in the millions. Meet Paul Harvey, the flute guy. 

New Ties Lounge and Rooftop owners: ?We?re still fighting for downtown?
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After COVID-19 and civil unrest kept many people away from downtown Minneapolis, a group of young entrepreneurs is hoping to bring new life to Nicollet Avenue with a bar, lounge, restaurant and rooftop concept.

Art of Banksy coming to Minneapolis: Tickets and venue info

“The Art of Banksy” will open at Lighthouse ArtSpace Minneapolis beginning May 12th. The exhibition will fill the same venue that currently hosts the Immersive Van Gogh experience.

Report outlines response to 2020 Minneapolis riots
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An investigation has concluded that not only did the Minneapolis Police Department not know how to effectively use a National Guard deployment in the wake of riots following George Floyd?s death ? no action plan even existed.

Supervised drug injection sites
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The East Phillips Neighborhood of Minneapolis is considering a proposal that would permit a supervised drug injection site in an attempt to curb dangerous narcotic usage.

Report outlines response to 2020 Minneapolis riots
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An investigation has concluded that not only did the Minneapolis Police Department not know how to effectively use a National Guard deployment in the wake of riots following George Floyd?s death ? no action plan even existed.

Minneapolis murder case dropped after key witness dies

Murder charges have been dropped in a Minneapolis shooting after the state’s key witness is unable to testify because he has since died.

Minneapolis Incarnation Catholic Church fire
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A fire damaged the sanctuary and roof area of Incarnation Catholic Church in south Minneapolis early Tuesday morning.

Minneapolis teachers strike Day 2: Educators rally at the Capitol

Wednesday marks Day 2 of the Minneapolis teachers strike for better pay and working conditions for teachers and support staff, smaller class sizes, and further mental health support for students.

Day 2 update on Minneapolis teachers strike
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Educators provided an update on the mediation schedule at 9 a.m. Wednesday at Lucy Laney Elementary School as the second day of the Minneapolis teachers strike is underway.

National non-profit seeks to preserve Hiawatha golf course

The future of a golf course that has been a favorite for Black golfers for more than 80 years could soon be up in the air once again.

MPS district offers negotiations update: ‘frustrated, sad, disappointed'

“We’re going to have to invest in our employees, we know that,” said MPS Superintendent Ed Graff during a teachers strike negotiation update Tuesday. “But the only way we’re going to be able to sustain that is increased revenue. You either have to increase revenue, or decrease expenses – those are the two options.”

MPD civil unrest response reviewed in new report
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A newly released report compiled after dozens of interviews exams the Minneapolis Police Department?s response to civil unrest following the death of George Floyd.

Family of intruder shot and killed in Mpls break-in questions narrative, seeks transparency

Martin Lee Johnson’s loved ones and supporters gathered at the Hennepin County Government Center Tuesday to question the narrative of how he was shot to death in self-defense, and to demand charges against the Minneapolis homeowner who allegedly pulled the trigger.

BCA looking for car in 9-year-old Trinity Ottoson-Smith killing

Law enforcement is asking for the public’s help in locating a car they believed was involved in the shooting of 9-year-old Trinity Ottoson-Smith in May 2021.