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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.
Minnesota Vikings 2024 Training Camp Preview
Minnesota Vikings 2024 Training Camp Preview After an injury-riddled 2023 campaign, the Minnesota Vikings are entering the 2024 NFL Season in a new era with new faces behind center! They made improvements around their roster this offseason and could be a sneaky threat to steal the NFC North crown. How do we view them ahead […] The post Minnesota Vikings 2024 Training Camp Preview appeared first on Vendetta Sports Media.
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...
Vikings vs. Giants Week 1 Tickets
Sunday, September 8, 2024 will see the Minnesota Vikings (0-0) go on the road to square off against the New York Giants (0-0) at MetLife Stadium. If you're looking to attend this matchup in person, head to StubHub to buy your tickets. Vikings vs. Giants Tickets & Game Info. Tickets:...
Emerging Vikings Defender Tabbed Breakout Candidate
The Minnesota Vikings will begin their training camp shortly. Rookies are scheduled to arrive on Sunday, and the remaining players on Tuesday. In the following weeks, the team will prepare for the regular season that kicks off on September 8. The Vikings made many changes in the offseason. Replacing the pass rushers and acquiring a new quarterback were certainly the main adjustments.
Minnesota Vikings QB Situation without Kirk Cousins Revealed
The Minnesota Vikings are experiencing quarterback uncertainty with Kirk Cousins gone, but they have a strong foundation with four quarterbacks on the roster, including Sam Darnold, J.J. McCarthy, Nick Mullens, and Jaren Hall, providing solid options to choose from. Darnold was drafted 3rd overall by the Jets in 2018. Mullens...
Anthony Edwards did the unthinkable at Team USA practice
Minnesota Timberwolves fans are more than aware of the incredible, infectious confidence of Anthony Edwards. His uncanny and sometimes even unfounded belief in himself is a major reason he has achieved as much success as he has early on in his career, and it is certainly a reason he is currently competing with the US Olympic team in Europe.
Shocking Reason Why Minneapolis Mayor’s $18K Trip To Somalia Canceled Last-Minute!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minneapolis leaders are facing backlash after abruptly canceling a planned trip to Somalia. The trip, intended to boost public safety and strengthen community ties, was nixed just days before takeoff. A Bold Plan Unfolds. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Brian O’Hara had grand plans...
BE OKs Three Sisters demolition
The Blue Earth City Council voted to proceed with demolition of the Three Sisters buildings in downtown Blue Earth during their meeting last Monday night, July 15. The decision was made to accept one of six bids for the demolition. That bid was from G&S Excavating of Blue Earth and was in the amount of $164,800.
New detour opened on Highway 12 project between Litchfield and Dassel
(Willmar MN-) The Highway 12 Litchfield to Cokato resurfacing and concrete repair project has completed Phase 1 and the Phase 1 Litchfield to Dassel detour has been removed, according to the Minnesota Department of Transportation. The Highway 12 and Highway 15 intersection has reopened, and the Phase 2 Detour is...
Faribault standoff shuts down Interstate 35 in both directions
FARIBAULT, Minn. — A standoff with an allegedly armed suspect in southern Minnesota shut down traffic on Interstate 35 for hours Sunday afternoon.The Rice County Sheriff's Office says a vehicle police had been pursuing stopped on northbound I-35 south of Faribault city limits shortly before 3 p.m.The suspect exited the vehicle with a handgun and entered the southbound lanes of the freeway, which prompted authorities to shut down traffic in both directions and issue a shelter-in-place warning to area residents. The sheriff's office says the man paced around the interstate with a handgun as officers repeatedly commanded him to drop his weapon. He did not comply and allegedly fired multiple rounds from his gun. No injuries were reported.Using "non-lethal tactics," authorities say they arrested the suspect around 7 p.m.The standoff happened on a stretch of I-35 that is currently under construction with traffic limited to two lanes.
Newsmakers: New Robbinsdale Superintendent Aims For “Culture of Continuous Improvement”
New Robbinsdale Area Schools Superintendent Teri Staloch says she wants to use metrics and community engagement to lead the district. “I am about continuous improvement,” said Staloch. “I haven’t been to that place yet, but part of my job is to create a culture of continuous improvement.”
Jason Mraz Bring Pop Music Mix To The Ledge [PHOTOS]
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- The Ledge Amphitheater was the place to be on Saturday night. Jason Mraz helped fans dance the night away with his Mystical Magical Rhythmical Radical Ride Summer Tour. People got to hear many of his top hits like "I'm Yours," "The Remedy (I Won't Worry),"...
I-35 open after incident with police on scene caused temporary detour near Faribault
Interstate 35 has reopened after an incident with police on the scene caused a detour in both directions near Faribault Sunday. Motorists were detoured off of Interstate 35 in both directions at Medford near Faribault late Sunday afternoon. A police presence was visible on MnDOT traffic cameras. Around 8 p.m.,...
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...
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