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Bloomington seeks approval from the Minnesota Legislature for a $160 million subsidy to support the Mystery Cove water park at the Mall of America. The subsidy would utilize tax increment financing to fund the project through property taxes generated by the mall. The outcome of this proposal hinges on the ongoing tax bill negotiations.
Three Somali sisters behind the frozen sambusa company Hoyo will relocate to a larger kitchen to meet growing demand. With a $1.6 million investment, production will double to 8,000 sambusas daily, and the products will soon be available at Lunds & Byerlys. Hoyo, which serves 29 school districts and 62 grocery stores, will also debut at the Minnesota State Fair.
Building owners in downtown Minneapolis are offering favorable lease terms to attract coffee shops and retailers, aiming to enhance curb appeal amid a post-COVID shift to hybrid work. Chef David Fhima's Mother Dough bakery exemplifies this trend, securing advantageous deals as the local real estate market adjusts. Approximately 40% of retail spaces in Downtown West remain vacant, indicating ongoing challenges for landlords and retailers alike.
Colombian entrepreneur Wilmar Delgado plans to develop a seven-story project with 100 housing units and ground-floor retail on 27th Avenue in Minneapolis. The redevelopment aims to revitalize an area that has remained vacant since the civil unrest following George Floyd's murder in 2020. Delgado's purchase of the property, previously owned by Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, is part of a broader effort to bring development to the neighborhood.
Minneapolis’ Textile Center launched the Stashery, a secondhand supply shop, to provide budget-friendly and eco-conscious options for fiber artists. The shop features donated materials such as fabric and yarn, catering to beginners and experienced crafters alike. Proceeds from the store support the center's educational programs in fiber arts.
Pipestone County, Minnesota, appears on the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s watchlist for “sanctuary” jurisdictions despite never declaring such status. County officials, including Administrator Steve Ewing, express confusion over the designation, which could threaten federal funding and complicate relations with federal immigration enforcement.
A car crash in Minneapolis killed five young Somali women, prompting emotional testimony during Derrick John Thompson's trial. Rukia Gesaade recounted waking to the news of her sister's death after Thompson allegedly ran a red light at 95 miles per hour. Thompson faces 15 felony counts, including third-degree murder.
A semi-truck hauling ammunition overturned on Interstate 94 near the Lowry tunnel around 10:55 a.m., blocking traffic for hours. The driver, 31-year-old Bachitar Singh of Fremont, California, sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The crash prompted an investigation to determine the cause of Singh losing control.
St. Louis County Commissioner Keith Nelson expressed disappointment after Minnesota's Republican congressional delegation urged the elimination of federal funding for the Northern Lights Express train project. Nelson, who met with U.S. Transportation Secretary staff to confirm funding was still coming, emphasized the project's potential to boost tourism and aid veterans' transportation.
A Minnesota judge found Franklin Terrol White not guilty of murder due to mental illness, concluding he could not appreciate the wrongfulness of his actions when he fatally stabbed Ryan J. Peterson. White reportedly experienced auditory hallucinations, leading to his violent act, and is to be civilly committed for treatment instead of prison. Peterson's family expressed their grief and concern over public safety following the ruling.