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Local officials work toward new rules as cannabis comes to town
BEMIDJI — Since last summer’s legalization of the recreational use of cannabis in Minnesota, local governments have continued to grapple with the “where” and “when” of weed businesses coming to town. While tribal nations in the state are leading the way with official dispensaries...
Minnesota Power and MNL Introduces New Mowing Method
DULUTH, Minn.– As time goes on, we learn more and more about sustainable living. Minnesota Power partnered up with Minnesota Native Landscapes to try out sheep grazing. The Jean Duluth Solar spans 8.5 acres. And it is filled with precious native plants, pollinator plants, as well as other vegetation.
St. Louis Park's Free Summer Concert Series Features Reggae Band Dred I Dread This July
As the summer heat bears down on the community, the City of St. Louis Park in collaboration with the St. Louis Park Rotary Club is serving up a season of musical respite, the Summer Concert Series. This is not your average small-town fare—up next on the roster is Dred I Dread. They'll be taking the stage on July 17 at Veterans' Memorial Amphitheater, enchanting the audience from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with their reggae rhythms, as reported by St. Louis Park, MN.
St. Louis Park Announces Arts & Culture Grant Program, Creative Projects Wanted
If you’ve got an artsy streak and a big idea that could use some cash to become reality, it's your time to shine. The City of St. Louis Park is on the lookout for the next great artistic venture, teaming up with Park Public Schools & Community Foundation and St. Louis Park Friends of the Arts to roll out their Arts & Culture Grant program.
Minnesota political leaders call for unity in wake of Donald Trump assassination attempt
MINNEAPOLIS — The Republican National Convention is now underway in Milwaukee. Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, there are calls for unity and toning down divisive rhetoric.After the assassination attempt, Trump wrote on social media, "In this moment it is more important than ever that we stand United."And it's not just happening at the national level — Sen. Amy Klobuchar is among the Minnesota leaders calling for a reset in our conversations."Some of the political rhetoric gets out of hand," Klobuchar said. "That is something, but it goes beyond that. It's also individual citizens, they have to...
Maple Grove Approves Ordinance for Short-Term Rental Properties
The Maple Grove City Council approved a new ordinance at its July 15 meeting for short-term rental properties. Short-term rentals are defined as properties used for stays of less than 30 days at one time. Maple Grove estimates there are at least 50 properties trying to rent short term, often...
Suspect Arrested in Shooting Near New Hope Gas Station
One person was arrested in New Hope on Tuesday after firing gunshots near a gas station, police said. According to New Hope police, officers responded to a report of shots fired at the Speedway station near the intersection of 62nd Avenue and West Broadway. Witnesses told CCX News they heard...
Brooklyn Park Police Introduce New Crime Reporting System
The city of Brooklyn Park has unveiled a new way for residents to file a police report. A new online reporting platform went live on the city’s website this week. It allows residents to file specific types of non-emergency police reports. Those lower-level crimes can range from animal complaints...
Police: Burglar Targeted Robbinsdale Store
Saturday was supposed to be the busiest shopping day of the summer for Minnesota Makers in Robbinsdale due to Whiz Bang Days. But because of the actions of a burglar, it was a much different day than owner Christa Kalk anticipated. “It’s just a really unfortunate situation,” Kalk said....
Community invited to Plymouth Old Town Hall reopening Aug. 3
The City of Plymouth will hold an open house to celebrate the reopening of its historical building, Plymouth Old Town Hall. The event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3 at Plymouth Old Town Hall, 3605 Fernbrook Lane N. Following a brief welcome and ceremonial door...
Much cooler region wide for Wednesday
TUESDAY EVENING/OVERNIGHT: A couple scattered light rain showers will still be possible before 9pm. Otherwise, we’ll see mostly clear to partly cloudy skies overnight with lows in the 40s and 50s. WEDNESDAY: High pressure keeps skies mostly clear with cooler temperatures throughout the Northland. Highs reach the upper 60s...
Lawyers for transgender powerlifter say Minnesota Supreme Court will hear gender discrimination case
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court will soon hear the case involving athlete JayCee Cooper, who alleges USA Powerlifting discriminated against her because she is a transgender woman.Gender Justice, the legal and policy advocacy group whose attorneys represent Cooper, announced on Monday that the high court added the case to its docket last week.Cooper and her legal team allege USA Powerlifting violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act when it denied her entry into its women's competitions in 2018, and denied her petition to allow her to use the gender dysphoria medication spironolactone.In 2019, Cooper filed and then withdrew a complaint...
Man Who Stole a Vehicle in Perham and Fled Police Has Been Sentenced
Perham, MN – Late last week, 34-year-old Joemel Devon Robinson of St. Louis Park was sentenced to 18 months in jail for stealing a vehicle in Perham. At around 7:45 on the morning of December 20th, 2022, the Perham Police Department responded to McDonald’s in Perham regarding a motor vehicle theft.
Ingrid Andress Has An Interesting Connection To Minnesota
She's been in the news for her recent version of the National Anthem, but did you know she has a distinct connection to Minnesota?. When it comes to the musical spotlight, Minnesota is most often associated with Prince, right? And, of course, there's Bob Dylan, too. And Lizzo, who called Minnesota home back in 2011 when she was starting her pop career.
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