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Minneapolis Ward 2 Welcomes Siya Shelar as Qannani Omar Takes Parental Leave, City Tackles Opioid Crisis with $18M Initiative
The bureaucratic wheels of the city grind on as Ward 2 sees a change in its team with Qannani Omar taking family leave to welcome a new addition to her clan, a detail confirmed by the city's use of its paid parental leave policy. To fill the impending void, Siya Shelar, a political science sophomore and University of Minnesota attendee, has joined the Ward 2 team. Council Member Robin Wonsley welcomed Shelar, a resident of Ward 2 and active member of the Undergraduate Student Government, in a statement obtained by Minneapolis' government news bulletin.
Heat dome builds in central US, forcing some schools to close
Over 56 million Americans are being urged to be cautious on Monday as high temperatures and extreme heat builds in the Central U.S. Millions of residents along the Mississippi River, from the Twin Cities to northeast Missouri, are under an excessive heat warning. The high temperature in Minneapolis is expected to reach the low 90s on Monday, but due to high humidity, the head index could top 105.
Lars Nootbaar hits key 2-run single as Cardinals rally past Twins
MINNEAPOLIS — Lars Nootbaar hit a two-run single with two out in the ninth inning, and the St. Louis Cardinals rallied past the Minnesota Twins for a 3-2 win on Sunday.Victor Scott II homered for St. Louis, which has won four of five overall."I love this one. We just snatched it from them," manager Oliver Marmol said.Willi Castro went deep and Royce Lewis hit an RBI double for Minnesota, which lost for the first time in 60 games this season when leading after the eighth inning. The Twins trail AL Central-leading Cleveland by three games.Nolan Arenado began the Cardinals' winning...
Hot Item? Firefighters selling some "scantily-clad" calendars to raise money at State Fair
No doubt there’s plenty to eat, drink, ride, hear, and see at the State Fair. But who would have expected half-naked firefighters? WCCO’s Ari Bergeron takes a peek at what’s happening with these first responders and their calendar sales.
Minneapolis residents attempt to clear homeless encampment
This story has been updated to correct the Minneapolis neighborhood in which the homeless encampment resides. Fox9 reports residents in Minneapolis’ Central neighborhood tried to clear a homeless encampment over the weekend. Responding police officers made an arrest of a man from the encampment allegedly threatening people with a bow and arrow.
Minnesota Twins, Treasure Island Unveil Custom Baseball Glove
MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL, MN – The Minnesota Twins, Treasure Island Resort & Casino and the Prairie Island Indian Community have unveiled a first-of-its-kind Franklin baseball glove celebrating Native American heritage and the unifying power of baseball. The gloves, custom designed by the Treasure Island creative team in conjunction with the Prairie Island Indian Community, will be given away to the first 5,000 fans in attendance for the annual Native American Heritage Night at Target Field, set for Saturday, August 31, when the Twins host the Toronto Blue Jays. An additional 1,000 gloves will be distributed by the Minnesota Twins Community Fund to youth throughout the region via a to-be-determined program in collaboration with Treasure Island and the Prairie Island Indian Community.
Mini Mia – Free Educational Program for the Very Youngest of Museum Goers
A Discussion with Abigail Penders, Youth & Family Programs Specialist. Mini Mia offers a brand new, free educational program for the very youngest of museum goers. It’s offered the first Wednesday of the month from 10:15-11:15am. Registration is required. We talked to Abigail Penders, Program Specialist, about how this program came to be and the components of what you and your child will experience. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting.
Vikings Rookie Continues to Steal the Spotlight
The Vikings’ 2024 draft class was top-heavy from the jump, with J.J. McCarthy and Dallas Turner joining the club in the first round as the only two players in the first three rounds. The quarterback has been placed on IR after his unfortunate knee injury, while Turner has shined in his few preseason opportunities. He will be an exciting player to watch once the regular season begins.
Another suitor emerges for obvious Vikings quarterback reunion
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback situation is less than ideal after JJ McCarthy suffered a torn meniscus in the preseason, which put an end to his rookie campaign. Sam Darnold is the unquestioned starter -- which was likely the case even before McCarthy went down -- but Minnesota has some questions behind the former first-round pick.
A Vikings-Eagles trade to take advantage of Philly’s Kenny Pickett mistake
When Minnesota Vikings QB JJ McCarthy went down with a season-ending knee injury this preseason, head coach Kevin O'Connell all but ended the team's quarterback competition. Sam Darnold will start, as was the plan all along. Heck, O'Connell even has confidence in Nick Mullens, the veteran behind Darnold. “I think...
Twins get some brutal injury news regarding Alex Kirilloff
Just like last year, the Minnesota Twins decided to do the bare minimum at the trade deadline and instead hope for the best when it comes to players the team was getting back. As was was case a year ago, that plan isn't exactly working out. Minnesota was banking on...
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