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‘Spike Moss Way’: Minneapolis names section of Plymouth Avenue after civil rights champion
This story comes to you from MPR News through a partnership with Sahan Journal. Community activist Harry “Spike” Moss, 78, and Plymouth Avenue North share a historic connection in the struggle for civil rights of African Americans in Minneapolis. When Plymouth Avenue erupted in turmoil in the late...
Michelle Phillips Appointed as Minneapolis Director of Civil Rights, Brings Police Oversight Expertise
Michelle Phillips has officially taken the helm as the Director of Civil Rights for the City of Minneapolis, an announcement detailed by a recent press release made available on the city's official website. Phillips, who has a distinguished background in law enforcement oversight, most recently served as the Inspector General for the City of Oakland, California, prior to which she held the position of Deputy Inspector of the City of Baltimore.
How fast can you solve a Rubik's Cube? Professional shares his expertise
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. — Few people have solved a Rubik's Cube... let alone complete it in mere seconds. Thompson Clarke is known as a "speedcuber" and represents the puzzle company. He will be competing in Minneapolis at the Rubik's WCA North American Championship from July 18-21. The competition will...
PWHL players to Grand Marshal Minneapolis' Aquatennial Parade
MINNEAPOLIS — Editor's Note: This video originally aired June 10, 2024. The inaugural PWHL champions are moving from the ice to the pavement taking to the streets of Minneapolis to serve as Grand Marshals of the Aquatennial Torchlight Parade. Goalie Nicole Hensley and defender Lee Stecklein will lead the...
Mady Payne gears up for Aquatennial
When Madysen Payne’s reign as Maple Lake Princess ended five months ago, she couldn’t help but feel a little sad. Her year as an ambassador to Maple Lake was marked with life-changing lessons and new friendships. When the time came last March to pass on her crown, she felt like an important part of her life was over. But it was on that same stage where she gave up her title, that she received a new opportunity when Aquatennial Princess Brooklyn Wermer presented her with the Queen’s Charm as a formal invitation to the 2024 Minneapolis Aquatennial.
Good to Go Cups is Up and Running with Reusable Cup Solution
A Minnesota Twin Cities startup called Good To Go Cups recently launched with a novel approach to the reuse of to-go coffee cups. Created by longtime Edina friends and environmental advocates Michelle Horan and Melissa Seeley, Good to Go has been getting the green light at more and more coffee shops throughout the United States, with participating shops now in five states.
Morning Announcements for July 17
Tell us what you’re celebrating this week. Whether it's a milestone in your career, a family achievement, a community event, a birthday, or something good happening in your neighborhood, we want to hear your stories. “Happy 25th Merriversary to Brad and Karen Griffith today!”. ~ Brad Griffith of Centerville.
New Law Allows Minnesota Breweries to Sell THC Drinks on Tap
A new law took effect on July 1st, 2024 in Minnesota that now allows breweries to sell hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks on tap. This is big news for breweries who already were making and selling their own THC drinks in cans. THC on Tap at Minnesota Breweries. Plenty of breweries across...
Gluek's Bar and Restaurant in downtown Minneapolis celebrates 90 years
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - At Gluek's Bar and Restaurant, history is almost as important as the signature pilsner that flows through its taps. "It's not a miracle, but it's a testament that we are still here after nine decades," Gluek's co-owner Dave Holcomb told FOX 9. Holcomb is part of...
Weekend Picks: Kinky Boots; Kao Kalia Yang at Milkweed; Beatrix*JAR
If you missed the wonder of the Northern Spark Festival this summer, stop on by to Moon Palace Books to say farewell to Northern Lights.mn at their upcoming book release. In other literary news, Kao Kalia Yang will be reading and discussing her recent work at Milkweed Books. Kinky Boots is making a splash at Lyric Arts in Anoka, and Jackie Hayes shares an intimate performance installation at the Center for Performing Arts. This weekend, Beatrix*JAR hosts an art sale and audio playground, and Channy Leaneagh invites Drew Christopherson and Alex Nutter into her residency at Berlin.
New Miss Minnesota inspired by work with Haitian orphans
When Muna Ali graced the stage at the Ames Center on June 23 during the State Pageant Finals of the Miss Minnesota USA 2024 contest, she had no idea that her years of dedicated hard work would culminate in her literal crowning moment when she was named Miss Minnesota USA.
Minnesota’s ban on gun carry permits for young adults is unconstitutional, appeals court rules
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota’s law that bans people ages 18 to 20 from getting permits to carry guns in public is unconstitutional, a federal appeals court ruled Tuesday, affirming a lower court decision that concluded the Second Amendment guarantees the rights of young adults to bear arms for self-defense.
Samuels undeterred by Omar’s massive cash advantage in Minnesota congressional race
Former Minneapolis City Council Member Don Samuels sat down for an interview in his north Minneapolis home on April 9, 2024. Photo by Max Nesterak/Minnesota Reformer. U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar received the fright of her political career two years ago, when she largely ignored Democratic-Farmer-Labor primary challenger Don Samuels and beat him by just two points.
Seeds of devastating Chicago derecho started Monday in Minnesota
A powerful derecho ripped across Iowa and through the Chicago area Monday into Monday night. The system produced a swath of wind damage. Winds as high as 97 mph were recorded in eastern Iowa as the storms tore through. Tuesday the Chicago National Weather Service office sent out six survey...
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