Movement on rent control in Minneapolis were dashed for the rest of the year when the Minneapolis City Council voted against a motion.
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Minneapolis becomes ‘Gymnastics City USA’ in 2024
‘This is the first time in history where there will be a number of Black gymnasts that will be performing on the national stage.’
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Gov. Walz credits ‘Black Entrepreneurs Day’ for pushing more state funds for small businesses
The city of Minneapolis is hosting Black Business Week from Friday, July 19 to Saturday, July 27.
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DOJ asks for community input ahead of MPD consent decree
‘We need those resources to come into our community, but we need them to come in a way that’s healthy and helpful.’
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MPS hosts the “Separate Not Equal” Hale-Field exhibit
‘It’s just so important to understand the past to really disrupt what is happening now and in the future.’
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Community presses for answers after tragic loss of five young lives
‘It is our collective responsibility to honor their memories by advocating for justice for them, and to ensure that their legacy is always remembered.’
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More than 7,500 pedestrians were killed in the U.S. last year, a 40-year high
The report said the upward trend is still a major issue with pedestrian fatalities increasing by nearly 80% since 2010.
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Community doubtful of real police reform despite DOJ investigation
The DOJ’s investigation found that Minneapolis police officers had engaged in patterns and practices of discriminatory policing.
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‘Tales of the Northside’ honors Minneapolis Sound and community
In addition to honoring Prince and the other amazing talents that helped pioneer the Minneapolis Sound, ‘Tales from the Northside’ is a benefit to establish a Minneapolis Sound Museum.
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Celebrate Juneteenth 2023: event highlights in the Twin Cities and beyond
From music to parades, festivals, block parties and cookouts, here are Juneteenth event highlights.
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Metro Transit looks to improve safety and conditions on light rail system
‘Transit should be an asset that is comfortable and safe for everyone to ride. But if people are smoking, using drugs, or being belligerent on the train, it’s not a safe or comfortable ride.’
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Three years later George Floyd Square remains a work in progress
‘We don’t need people to only come to the Square when big events are happening or for photo ops. We need politicians to pass the George Floyd Act and to provide practical solutions for both businesses and social issues in the neighborhood.’
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Minneapolis weighs rent stabilization
In 2021, Minneapolis residents voted to authorize the city council to enact a rent control ordinance. Yet almost two years later, the council has not passed any such ordinance.
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Robinson influenced many students-athletes
Richard Robinson, a Hall of Fame coach, retired educator, and athletic director in the Minneapolis Public Schools, passed away this month at the age of 87.
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Minneapolis youth violence prevention program gains bigger presence
A new Minneapolis initiative focusing on de-escalation and unarmed civilian protection is accelerating its efforts to upend youth violence.
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City may sell Roof Depot site to activists after all
The City of Minneapolis recently indicated it may sell land earmarked for a water facilities expansion in the East Phillips neighborhood to local activists.
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What should the community do with the Third Precinct now?
Residents and business owners participated in two city-sponsored meetings last week regarding the future of the Minneapolis Police Department’s Third Precinct.
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W. Harry Davis honored at 100th birthday remembrance
A remembrance ceremony for W. Harry Davis Sr. was held on Wednesday, April 12, at the Friendship Academy of the Arts, in celebration of what would have been his 100th birthday.
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A ride-along with Metro Transit Police Chief Ernest Morales III
‘This is ground zero after the George Floyd incident. We need to build trust between the communities and the members alike.’
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Pillsbury United Communities names Cinnamon Pelly as new CEO
Cinnamon Pelly has been named the new president and CEO of Pillsbury United Communities