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Safety a concern during Fourth of July celebrations in Minneapolis after past chaos
MINNEAPOLIS — Safety is a concern for some of the state's biggest Fourth of July celebrations.Memories of last year have stayed with Gail Runge, who lives near Bde Maka Ska in Minneapolis in a neighborhood where young people chaotically shot off fireworks toward people, homes and vehicles."Last year was scary," she said. "It sounded like there were gunshots in the alley all the time. That was frightening."Runge also notices that police are doing more this year.Two sections of Bde Maka Ska Parkway were closed off to traffic Wednesday and will stay that way through Friday morning. Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara spoke...
‘Caps Capitalize on Mistakes to Down Loons
Minnesota United’s struggles continued tonight, as they fell to the Vancouver Whitecaps 3-1 at Allianz Field. A back-and-forth contest saw both sides create real chances, and while the scoreline ultimately went against them, the Loons demonstrated some fantastic attacking play. Unfortunately, the final touch was missing, and the losing streak continues.
Louie Varland focuses on regaining consistency with Saints so he can return to Twins
Saints starting pitcher Louie Varland is a reluctant interview these days. The 26-year-old right-hander’s responses to questions are as brief as they are guarded. No offense should be taken. Nor, for near certainty, is any offense intended. The St. Paul native simply is more interested in finding answers in...
Minneapolis Health Department Offers $25 Stipend for Public's Input in Virtual Community Health Discussion
The Minneapolis Health Department is opening up a dialogue with the community in a virtual space, inviting all interested parties to a "community conversation" focused on understanding how best to support local organizations that dole out public health services, according to the City of Minneapolis Health Department. Set for the...
Watertown Fire Department quickly contains mobile home fire
The Watertown Fire Department responded to a reported structure fire on July 1, shortly after 9:15 p.m. The blaze occurred in a single-wide mobile home located on Stevens St. SW. According to a photographer from West Metro Fire Photography upon their arrival, the Watertown second in command confirmed a working...
Eden Prairie Man Charged with Arson in Child-Endangering Blaze
An Eden Prairie man faces serious charges after allegedly igniting a townhome where four young children were inside; U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger announced the arson charge stemming from the harrowing incident that took place late last May. Court documents reveal that on May 31, the Eden Prairie Fire Department raced against time to quell a burning residence which, unbeknownst to them at the moment, became a grim scene of potential child endangerment with an infant's life hanging in the balance.
Valuation Declines on Distressed Properties Now Average 43%
Valuations on distressed properties as of midyear 2024 have declined an average of 43% from their original issuance, CRED iQ reported. The decline has increased by 140 points from six months ago. By valuation grouping, distressed properties valued at less than $5 million have seen the largest declines in assessed...
‘Tangled’: Madison Rubenstein paints what it feels like to live with invisible illness
Listen‘Tangled’: Madison Rubenstein paints what it feels like to live with invisible illness. In celebration of Disability Pride Month, throughout July MPR News is featuring stories about Minnesotans with disabilities who are making an impact. See more at mprnews.org/changemakers. Madison Rubenstein is a painter and a visual artist...
Eden Prairie Police Department Seeks New 911 Emergency Communications Supervisor After Longtime Leader Retires
The Eden Prairie Police Department (EPPD) is on the quest for a new 911 Emergency Communications Supervisor, a vacancy that presents itself after the retirement of the long-serving supervisor of 23 years, as reported by the City of Eden Prairie, MN. This role is pivotal to the EPPD, overseeing the operations and leadership of the 12-person staff within the Communications Center. The supervisor's responsibilities extend beyond mere management of schedules and shifts; the individual is tasked with the hefty duty of prioritizing and assigning jobs, spearheading training programs, and undertaking the regular duties that come with the post of a Public Safety Telecommunicator.
Target Teams Up with Shopify to Offer More
For years, Target has been a favorite for people, not just in Minnesota, but around the country, for quality products. Some will argue that their prices are reasonable, but it’s hard to argue the quality of choices you get at Target. The selection of items they offer isn’t a...
Spring Lake Park skeet finishes 2nd at state
Another year, another top state finish, with another return invite to national competition ahead. The Spring Lake Park clay target club closed the spring season with a runner-up finish in the state skeet meet held in Prior Lake June 26, with Mason Meyer earning third place in the varsity male division.
Twins tweak Fourth of July start time in hopes of avoiding rain
The original plan to start the Fourth of July game between the Twins and Tigers at 1:10 p.m. CT has moved up an hour to 12:10 p.m. CT in hopes of avoiding a postponement due to rain. The Twin Cities is forecast to get heavy rain and storms on Thursday, but there may be a window wide enough to fit in Thursday's series finale between the Twins and Tigers. According to the National Weather Service, there is at least a 70% chance of rain in the Twin Cities at noon Thursday all the way through the rest of the day...
Tobacco manufacturers underpaid Minnesota $10 million per year since 2019, motion claims
ST. PAUL, Minn. — A motion filed Wednesday by Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison claims tobacco manufacturers owe the state tens of millions of dollars.A 1998 settlement restricted the largest tobacco manufacturers' marketing of tobacco products and required they make annual payments to Minnesota.Ellison alleges that after a federal corporate tax rate change in 2018, Philip Morris misrepresented the content of the settlement to the third-party payment administrator.The settlement says manufacturers' annual payment increases if their current after-tax profits are greater than in 1997. However, manufacturers argue they should get to recalculate their 1997 profits by applying modern corporate tax....
Chanhassen motorcycle crash leaves 1 dead Wednesday evening
CHANHASSEN, Minn. (FOX 9) - A motorcycle crash in Chanhassen left one person dead on Wednesday evening. According to the Carver County Sheriff’s Office, a 2003 Yamaha YZFR1 Sport driven by a 33-year-old man from Bloomington was traveling west on Highway 5 in the right lane when it hit the rear quarter panel of a 2018 Nissan Rouge carrying two people from Aberdeen, South Dakota.
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