Children's book written by Minneapolis teacher to be animated short film, provide Somali representation
Mariam Mohamed, a fourth grade teacher in Minneapolis is celebrating an exciting new chapter. Not only has she authored multiple books, but now one of her books is being made into a short film aimed at representing Somali children.
Mariam Mohamed, a fourth grade teacher in Minneapolis is celebrating an exciting new chapter. Not only has she authored multiple books, but now one of her books is being made into a short film aimed at representing Somali children.
Jim Gaffigan to record Minneapolis shows for Netflix special
Stand-up comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan will record sets during his shows this weekend at the State Theatre in Minneapolis that will be used for an upcoming Netflix special.
Stand-up comedian and actor Jim Gaffigan will record sets during his shows this weekend at the State Theatre in Minneapolis that will be used for an upcoming Netflix special.
Minneapolis community members debate ballot question to replace MPD
Divisions in over policing in Minneapolis were loud and clear Tuesday as the charter amendment to replace the city's police department was debated in front of a live audience.
Divisions in over policing in Minneapolis were loud and clear Tuesday as the charter amendment to replace the city's police department was debated in front of a live audience.
Winston Smith’s brother questions federal task force’s tactics in his death
The brother of Winston Smith, the man shot and killed in a Minneapolis parking ramp by two officers acting as part of a federal task force, says officers should have used a different approach to take Smith into custody.
The brother of Winston Smith, the man shot and killed in a Minneapolis parking ramp by two officers acting as part of a federal task force, says officers should have used a different approach to take Smith into custody.
Man arrested in Minneapolis hit-and-run that killed woman on mobility scooter
Minneapolis police say a 21-year-old man was been arrested in connection to a hit-and-run that killed a woman on a mobility scooter Monday afternoon.
Minneapolis police say a 21-year-old man was been arrested in connection to a hit-and-run that killed a woman on a mobility scooter Monday afternoon.
Minneapolis pet adoption fees waived to 'Clear the Shelter'
Minneapolis Animal Care and Control has waived adoption fees for two days to 'Clear the Shelter' and help some lovable dogs find their forever homes.
Minneapolis Animal Care and Control has waived adoption fees for two days to 'Clear the Shelter' and help some lovable dogs find their forever homes.
Prosecutor: No charges for deputies who shot, killed Winston Smith Jr.
The Minnesota prosecutor tasked with reviewing the deadly law enforcement shooting of Winston Smith Jr. on the roof of a Minneapolis parking garage in June is not going to file charges against any of the law enforcement officers involved in the case.
The Minnesota prosecutor tasked with reviewing the deadly law enforcement shooting of Winston Smith Jr. on the roof of a Minneapolis parking garage in June is not going to file charges against any of the law enforcement officers involved in the case.
Woman on mobility scooter struck, killed by vehicle in Minneapolis
UPDATE: Police arrested a suspect and recovered the vehicle Tuesday.
UPDATE: Police arrested a suspect and recovered the vehicle Tuesday.
Car hits gas meter on NE Minneapolis apartment building, starting fire
A car crashed into an apartment building in Minneapolis’ St. Anthony West neighborhood Monday morning, hitting the gas meter and starting a fire.
A car crashed into an apartment building in Minneapolis’ St. Anthony West neighborhood Monday morning, hitting the gas meter and starting a fire.
Rent control on Minneapolis, St. Paul ballots: Here's what proposals will do
Voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul will decide in November whether both cities should restrict rent increases, though the proposals are dramatically different.
Voters in Minneapolis and St. Paul will decide in November whether both cities should restrict rent increases, though the proposals are dramatically different.
Rent control is on the Minneapolis and St. Paul ballots. Here's what the proposals will do
The two ballot questions come in response to a nation-leading housing shortage. But while supporters say the proposals will safeguard renters from price spikes, critics argue they will only worsen the existing housing crunch.
The two ballot questions come in response to a nation-leading housing shortage. But while supporters say the proposals will safeguard renters from price spikes, critics argue they will only worsen the existing housing crunch.
Minneapolis officer who made 'hunting' protesters remark in video no longer with MPD
The Minneapolis police lieutenant and commander heard making inappropriate comments in body camera video about the protesters during last summer’s civil unrest have left the department, according to the mayor’s office.
The Minneapolis police lieutenant and commander heard making inappropriate comments in body camera video about the protesters during last summer’s civil unrest have left the department, according to the mayor’s office.
New piece 'Okciyapi' welcomed to Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Artists and community members gathered Saturday to celebrate the unveiling of a new sculpture at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
Artists and community members gathered Saturday to celebrate the unveiling of a new sculpture at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.
New Minneapolis ordinance gives right to counsel to low-income renters
The Minneapolis City Council on Friday unanimously approved a policy giving the right to counsel to low income renters facing eviction.
The Minneapolis City Council on Friday unanimously approved a policy giving the right to counsel to low income renters facing eviction.
Concerns grow over homeless encampment near Lucy Laney Elementary School
Tucked into the northeast corner of Lowry and Penn in Minneapolis, on a small vacant lot largely hidden from view, an encampment of about eight tents has sprung up in the past few weeks. Neighbors say the problems have grown with it.
Tucked into the northeast corner of Lowry and Penn in Minneapolis, on a small vacant lot largely hidden from view, an encampment of about eight tents has sprung up in the past few weeks. Neighbors say the problems have grown with it.
Somali Minnesotan artist launches 9th art exhibit after fighting opioid addiction
Frequently painting on the front porch of his apartment in Hopkins, Mohamed Hersi is preparing for his first art exhibit since 2018.
Frequently painting on the front porch of his apartment in Hopkins, Mohamed Hersi is preparing for his first art exhibit since 2018.
Weekend closures on major highways in Twin Cities
A number of closures on major highways throughout the Twin Cities metro could impact travel plans this weekend.
A number of closures on major highways throughout the Twin Cities metro could impact travel plans this weekend.
University of Minnesota: 97% of students are vaccinated before mandate deadline
When students returned to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus last month, it was with the understanding they had to be vaccinated by October 8. Now that the deadline is here, university officials say most students have complied with the vaccine mandate.
When students returned to the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus last month, it was with the understanding they had to be vaccinated by October 8. Now that the deadline is here, university officials say most students have complied with the vaccine mandate.
Community members to weigh in on potential Blue Line extension routes in north Minneapolis
Plans for one seat service from the northwest suburbs all the way to Mall of America are taking shape. But before you can catch a train, project developers need to determine the exact path the METRO Blue Line extension will take.
Plans for one seat service from the northwest suburbs all the way to Mall of America are taking shape. But before you can catch a train, project developers need to determine the exact path the METRO Blue Line extension will take.
Bystander killed, 4 injured after shootout leads to crash in Minneapolis
A woman on a scooter was killed and four people were injured after a shooting between two cars ended in a crash in Minneapolis' North Loop neighborhood late Wednesday night.
A woman on a scooter was killed and four people were injured after a shooting between two cars ended in a crash in Minneapolis' North Loop neighborhood late Wednesday night.


















