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These Are the Most Affordable Metros for Renters — But What About Their Housing Markets?
Zillow's Rental Market Report for June 2024 reveals that rent is growing at the fastest rate in nearly a year. Reportedly, landlords and property managers are less incentivized to offer concessions...
Ingrid Andress Makes Decision On Concert Tour After National Anthem Fiasco
Ingrid Andress will no longer perform at previously scheduled tour dates after checking herself into rehab. The country singer admitted she was drunk when performing the national anthem at Monday night's MLB Home Run Derby in Texas. Andress announced Tuesday that she's checking into a rehab ...
Rainy summer proves challenging for Minneapolis beaches
MINNEAPOLIS — The nice weather this week might have you wanting to go for a swim, but several beaches in Minneapolis are still off limits."This has been a really challenging year for the beaches," said Rachael Crabb, water resources supervisor with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board.The recent heavy rains are sending extra storm water into the lakes, and that's spelling trouble for swimmers."Storm water brings bacteria and other pollutants that you don't want on or in your body, and that's why we sometimes have beach closures when it's a stormier year," Crabb said.E. coli is the main bacteria the...
Xcel Energy truck driver crashes into Hennepin Avenue business
MINNEAPOLIS — Police say an Xcel Energy truck crashed into a Minneapolis business, causing a partial collapse late Wednesday morning.The crash happened shortly before noon at 700 Hennepin Avenue East when the truck driver overcorrected while driving through road construction, according to the Minneapolis Police Department.Xcel Energy says the driver hit the passenger side of the vehicle on a newly installed concrete base structure, which sent the truck into the building — home to Supply Studio.One person was inside the building at the time of the crash and no injuries were reported, police say.The truck will remain pending an assessment from the city's engineering staff about the structural integrity of the building, according to a statement from Xcel. Hennepin Avenue in front of the building will be closed until the truck is removed.Minneapolis police say the driver of the truck is cooperating with the investigation.
Prince had this Minnesota home custom-built for his mother — and now it can be yours
In a Minneapolis suburb, this low-key funky residence that played a small part in pop culture history is seeking its next owner. Located in the city of Golden Valley, the four-bedroom abode has only had two owners since being constructed 39 years ago: Its current sellers, and the late great rock star Prince. It asks $699,900. The legendary “Purple Rain” singer, songwriter, producer and Minnesota native, who was born Prince Rogers Nelson, purchased the property in 1985 and had this home custom-built there for his mother, Mattie Della Shaw Baker. She lived there until she died, at the age of 68, in 2002. Atomic...
Roof Depot project seeks alternative funding after missing deadline for site purchase
A Minneapolis neighborhood organization has missed a payment deadline to purchase the former Roof Depot site from the city, after the state Legislature failed to pass funding earlier this year. But community advocates say they’re making progress on a backup plan. Under its purchase agreement with the city, The...
Minneapolis Welcomes Michelle Phillips as New Civil Rights Director Amidst Calls for Equity and Justice
Minneapolis' leadership landscape shifted yesterday with the introduction of Michelle Phillips as the new Civil Rights Director for the city, where officials and community leaders convened at the City Hall Rotunda to witness her swearing-in ceremony. Phillips takes the mantle at a time when the city continues to grapple with its civil rights challenges, standing on a platform of progress and change.
Minneapolis nonprofit maintains clay tennis courts in city's public parks with goal of accessibility
MINNEAPOLIS — A nonprofit organization is leading the way to help put down clay tennis courts across Minneapolis. "They're the best courts in the Twin Cities," said Charles Weed, president of Minneapolis Community Clay Courts, a nonprofit that approached the city to construct the first public clay courts in the Minneapolis park system.
Twin Cities kids see strong female role models through 'See Her, Be Her' campaign
MINNEAPOLIS — Dozens of young people got to learn the basketball basics from some of the best in the state. Five Gopher women's basketball players, Amaya Battle, Mallory Heyer, Sophie Hart, Grace Grocholski, and Niamya Holloway, coached kids at the Sanneh Foundation's summer camp on Wednesday morning. For 10-year-old...
Man Sprung from Jail Killed His Ex-Girlfriend Days Later, Then Wrote Note Saying, 'It Is What It Is'
A Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to murdering his girlfriend days after he was released from jail for assaulting her. Danicka Bergeson, 33, was found by authorities in a Hopkins, Minn., home, buried under layers of blankets, in July 2023, according to a complaint shared by FOX 9 and reviewed by PEOPLE.
Vikings: Justin Jefferson is easy to root for in Netflix show ‘Receiver’
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Minnesota Vikings report to training camp early next week, but we recently got a behind-the-scenes look at star receiver Justin Jefferson in the Netflix show "Receiver." He’s already a fan-favorite and the face of the team but it’s even easier to root for Jefferson after...
Coon Rapids Farmers Market Celebrates Kids Day with Inflatable Fun, Artisanal Vendors, and Environmental Learning
The Coon Rapids Farmers Market transformed into a vibrant playground this Wednesday, as the community celebrated Kids Day. According to the City of Coon Rapids, young market-goers were treated to an inflatable farm playland suitable for toddlers to age 5 and free popsicles, available while supplies last. The festivities, which included a visit from the market's mascot, Rocky, took place between 3-6 p.m. at the Coon Rapids Ice Center.
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