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Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals Digest: July 3, 2024
Self-insured employer, the city of Minneapolis, appealed from the compensation judge’s findings that the employee sustained a compensable post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) injury, and that the employee continues to suffer from the compensable PTSD injury. The employer further appealed the compensation judge’s finding that the employee suffered from another mental health condition as a consequence of the PTSD injury. The employer also appeals the award of a penalty for a frivolous denial of primary liability. The Workers’ Compensation Court of Appeals concluded that substantial evidence, including adequately founded expert medical opinions by licensed psychologists, supported the compensation judge’s finding that the employee had a compensable PTSD condition under the DSM. The compensation judge’s consideration of supporting evidence in the records of other medical professionals which influenced and supported the expert medical opinions was not an error of law. Affirmed.
Four Minneapolis beaches close due to elevated E. coli levels
MINNEAPOLIS — Four Minneapolis beaches are closed ahead of the holiday weekend due to high levels of dangerous bacteria. Lake Harriet North Beach, Lake Hiawatha Beach, Bde Maka Ska 32nd Street Beach and Bde Maka Ska North Beach are temporarily closed due to E. coli bacteria levels exceeding state guidelines, according to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.
Victim, officers involved in deadly North Branch shooting identified
NORTH BRANCH, Minn. — State investigators have revealed the names of those involved in a fatal shooting in North Branch last Thursday. Officers were called to the area of Third Avenue and Elm Street on the report of an "intoxicated and suicidal woman who was armed with a handgun" at 9:19 p.m.
Minneapolis man dies after drowning at Afton State Park Beach|
A man swimming at Afton State Park Beach vanished into the flooded St. Croix River Wednesday morning. Rescuers pulled him from several feet of water, but he later died at the hospital. WCCO's Jason Rantala spoke to park visitors about the dangers in the water.
Simone Biles Does Stunning Floor Routine to Beyoncé and Taylor Swift at Olympic Trials
On Friday, Olympic star Simone Biles won the highest individual score on the first night of Gymnastic U.S. Olympic Team Trials in Minneapolis. Her floor routine received a 14.850, and she was awarded an overall score of 58.900. Just behind her were teammates Jordan Chiles at 56.400 and Suni Lee with 56.025.
Blaine Police Department Invites Aspiring Officers to Join the Force with Paid Training Initiative
If you've ever imagined wearing the badge and making a tangible impact in your community, the Blaine Police Department is extending an invitation to step into the fold. According to the Blaine Police Department, the force has opened its doors to aspiring officers, offering a paid education to bring new blood into law enforcement. Bringing the promise of a rewarding career with a focus on community service, they're essentially giving a future to those ready to commit to the cause.
4 Minneapolis beaches closed due to high bacteria levels
MINNEAPOLIS — Talk about bad timing. Four popular beaches in the City of Minneapolis are closed heading into the long July 4 weekend after water samples revealed bacteria levels that exceed state health guidelines. The impacted beaches are both the North and 32nd Street beaches on Bde Maka Ska;...
Minnesota Now: July 3, 2024
Ahead of a busy holiday weekend, more than 300 Minneapolis parks workers are preparing to walk off the job. We heard from union leaders about their week-long strike and what’s been happening at the bargaining table. It may rain on your Fourth of July parade and Mother Nature will...
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Seeks Softball Umpires and Soccer Officials
Hey, sports fans and community advocates, here's your chance to don the stripes and blow the whistle in Minneapolis. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board announced that it's recruiting softball umpires and soccer officials, and no, this isn't just about calling balls and strikes or handing out red cards—it's a call to arms for those wanting to contribute positively to local sports programs, all the while getting paid and staying fit.
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