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Ukrainian medical student training with U of M to bring help back to home country
MINNETONKA, Minn. — The University of Minnesota is helping train a Ukrainian medical student so she can go back to her country and assist in the war effort. Lisa Ishchenko is in the U.S. for the first time – away from her family, away from her life as a medical student, away from the war that still makes itself known daily in her home country of Ukraine."One of the biggest children's hospitals, not only in Ukraine but all of Europe, was destroyed by Russian rockets," Ishchenko said. "It's awful because I knew people who were working there and now many colleagues...
Coworking market continues to grow in Minneapolis-St. Paul region
It might not rank among the top coworking hubs in the nation, but the number of coworking spaces in the Minneapolis-St. Paul market continued to grow in the second quarter of the year, even if that growth was just a blip. According to the latest research from CoworkingCafe, Minneapolis was...
Spoonbridge and Cherry Sculpture Thanks to Maura
Granddaughter Maura called from Minneapolis today to share what she was looking at while she was on vacation- Spoonbridge and Cherry. Earlier this year Maura did a school report on Oldenburg for Art Class and we had looked at some of Oldenburg’s public art sculpture online and discussed locations where they could be viewed.
Minneapolis park workers on strike attend Minnehaha Art Fair to have more meaningful interactions
MINNEAPOLIS — Sunday marked Day 18 of the park workers strike in Minneapolis.Rain didn't slow down the crowds at Minnehaha Regional Park on Sunday for the Minnehaha Art Fair, which provided a unique opportunity for LiUNA Local 363 members to share their fight through a more intimate interaction with people in attendance."It definitely helped for me to be able to hear from them what their perspective is and what's going on, rather than seeing that there's something they're striking against, but really what it is they're striking against," said Phys O'Higgins, who was attending the art fair on Sunday, and was...
Star Bank Chair and CEO Harry Wahlquist loses cancer battle
Harold G. “Harry” Wahlquist, chair and CEO of Star Bank, Maple Lake, Minn., passed away July 19, 2024, after an approximately year-long battle with pancreatic cancer. Wahlquist, whose career in banking began in 1960, was 85. Wahlquist was born in Minneapolis and lived most of his adult life...
Global technology outage continues to impact flights at MSP Airport
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - A global technology breakdown continues to impact flights in and out of the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport. On Sunday, several stranded passengers slept on the floor. Time seemed to be at a standstill, and many travelers told FOX 9 they would not be able to go anywhere...
Obon Festival August 18! $5 Tickets On Sale Now!
***We will be selling ONLY ADVANCED TICKETS again in 2024***. Music, martial arts, singing, dancing, drumming, delicious food, vendors, games, and other aspects of Japanese culture will be featured at the annual Como Park Japanese Obon Festival on the grounds of the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory from 3:00pm – 9:00pm on Sunday, August 18. At the end of the Obon festival, lanterns are released onto the water so that the spirits can return to the other world.
Twins get screwed by lame loophole in fan interference rule vs. Brewers
While most eyes in Twins Territory were fixed 1,100 miles away from Target Field and on Joe Mauer's Hall of Fame induction speech, some chaos broke out in the Twins-Brewers game. Milwaukee took a late lead in the eighth inning on a Rhys Hoskins home run that initially looked like...
Minnesota Twins Legend Stands Alone in Baseball History as He Enters Hall of Fame
As Minnesota Twins legend Joe Mauer gets set to enter the National Baseball Hall of Fame on Sunday, it's a good reminder that he stands alone in baseball history with regards to this great statistic.
Former 4th-Round Pick Predicted to be Vikings’ ‘Biggest Breakout’ in 2024
The Minnesota Vikings retooled their defense in the offense, adding several veterans who are expected to start or play key roles in 2024. However, they could get the most significant additional contributions from one of their own. Bleacher Report’s Matt Holder points to former fourth-round draft pick Camryn Bynum, who...
Minneapolis City Council Approves Police Contract with Major Pay Increases, Enhances Oversight and Transparency
In a decisive move by the Minneapolis City Council, an agreement was reached with the Police Officers Federation of Minneapolis that promises to reshape the landscape of policing in the city. Following a majority 8-4 vote, the Minneapolis City Council has adopted a collective bargaining agreement that includes a substantive 21.7% pay increase over three years for police officers—a shift that will propel MPD compensation from the bottom quartile to the top echelon regionally.
CenterPoint Energy Launches Extensive Gas Line Replacement Project Across Minneapolis Neighborhoods
Minneapolis residents can expect a flurry of activity from CenterPoint Energy as they embark on a significant project to replace aging natural gas lines across several neighborhoods. According to an update released by CenterPoint Energy, this initiative, which runs from 2023 through 2025, aims to install more corrosion-resistant pipes and improve the city's gas infrastructure. Commencing on July 22 and stretching into early August, Northrop will see the replacement of small-diameter natural gas plastic mains, and the relocation of meters from inside to outside of homes, affecting several streets including parts of 43rd and 44th Streets E. from Chicago Avenue S. to 10th Avenue S., along with a stretch of 46th Street E.
Minneapolis Boosts Police Salaries, Embraces Civil Rights and Public Health Initiatives in Sweeping Reforms
Minneapolis is charting a new course in strengthening its police force and civil rights accountability, following the recent approval of a substantial collective bargaining agreement with the Police Officers Federation of Minneapolis (POFM). In a decisive 8-4 vote by the City Council, Minneapolis police officers are set to receive a 21.7 percent pay rise over three years, positioning them among the highest paid in Minnesota come 2025. As reported by the City's bulletin, the agreement, covering January 1, 2023, through December 31, 2025, is set to enhance recruitment and retention amidst fears of workforce attrition with 160 of the 512 officers available for duty eligible for retirement this year.
Saint Louis Park Parks Equip with Lifesaving AEDs Thanks to Safety Grant
Saint Louis Park's green spaces just got a heart-saving upgrade. Thanks to a generous public safety aid grant, visitors to Aquila Park, Wolfe Park, Louisiana Oaks Park, and Westwood Hills Nature Center now have access to life-saving technology in the form of automated external defibrillators (AEDs). The city's parks and...
Lynx co-captains reflect on first half success at 2024 WNBA All-Star Weekend
PHOENIX — Saturday night’s showcase in the desert was just as much a business trip as it was a WNBA All-Star Game. The game serves as a jumping off point for Team USA on their way to the Olympics — especially for Team USA head coach Cheryl Reeve, the Minnesota Lynx head coach and president of basketball operations.
Epic Fun Alert: Minneapolis Aquatennial 2024 Kicks Off With Awesome Events & Star Power!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – The Minneapolis Aquatennial is back next week with a lineup of free events, including its famous parade and spectacular fireworks show. This fun Minneapolis event is one of the most epic summer festivals in Minnesota!. What is the Minneapolis Aquatennial?. The Minneapolis Aquatennial is the city’s...
Minneapolis Park Workers' Strike Enters Third Week, Prompting Concert Cancellations and Unfair Labor Charge
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board's (MPRB) workers represented by Local 363 continue their strike for the third consecutive week, with no resolution in sight despite ongoing mediation efforts. An official statement released by the MPRB on July 19th detailed the current status of negotiations and operations. The statement outlined that around 54% of Local 363 park workers remain on the job amidst the labor dispute and that forestry crews have been diligently responding to tree-related service calls following a recent storm. Despite these efforts, a $1.4 million wage gap persists between the proposals of the MPRB and Local 363.
Controversial former Vikings QB a major snub on recent all-time list
Creating any list comprised of all-time greats can be a real challenge. There is always the fear of forgetting one of the GOATs off the list and making anyone who looks at the ranking question its validity. When it comes to former Minnesota Vikings players, omitting a legendary player can...
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