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Minneapolis Community Clay Courts is converting obsolete asphalt tennis courts to clay in a bid to maintain public tennis facilities amid the rise of pickleball. The nonprofit aims to create sustainable clay courts, enhancing accessibility for aging players and beginners. The project at Minnehaha Creek is expected to cost $300,000-$400,000, with fundraising efforts ongoing.
A man died from a gunshot wound shortly after being admitted to Regions Hospital in St. Paul on Wednesday. Police are investigating the shooting, which marks the city's fourth homicide of 2025 and the first involving a firearm this year. No arrests have been made, and authorities believe the victim was shot in an apartment building where he had connections to the residents.
Authorities suspect that 16-year-old Jordan “Manny” Collins Jr. is being held against his will after he went missing three weeks ago in Columbia Heights, Minnesota. The Anoka County sheriff has identified a “person of interest” who has not cooperated with the investigation. Collins' mother expressed her fears for her son, stating he is not lost and is in a situation he does not want to be in.
A 23-year-old woman, Latalia Anjolie Margalli, pleaded guilty in Hennepin County District Court to second-degree unintentional murder and multiple assaults after using her SUV to target a crowd in downtown Minneapolis, resulting in the death of 16-year-old De’Miaya Broome. Margalli's actions on September 14, 2024, led to a plea agreement where prosecutors will seek a 23¾-year sentence.
Metro Transit police announced an initiative to enhance safety on the Green Line light rail, responding to public concerns over crime and nuisance activity. Interim Chief Joe Dotseth aims to transform the line into a "model of transit safety excellence," while business owners express skepticism about the effectiveness of the new measures. Increased police presence and outreach programs target both crime prevention and support for individuals facing homelessness and addiction.
The U.S. Supreme Court vacated lower court decisions in the case of Ethan Marks, who was blinded by a Minneapolis police officer during George Floyd protests. Legal representatives for the officer, Benjamin Bauer, claim the ruling is a victory for law enforcement, while Marks' attorney argues that the case is far from resolved.
Lagniappe and Du Nord Cocktail Room will close on May 31 after struggling to achieve success since their opening in September 2024. The owners, Shanelle and Chris Montana, expressed their commitment to the community, stating that Du Nord products will remain available in liquor stores. Meanwhile, Asia Village in Blaine’s Northtown Mall announced the addition of 85°C Bakery & Cafe and Pho Mai to its food court lineup.
Federal authorities arrested Hibo Daar, 50, at the Twin Cities airport as she attempted to flee to the Middle East amid a fraud investigation. Daar faces wire fraud charges linked to a $250 million scheme that misappropriated federal funds intended for meals for low-income children. Prosecutors allege that the funds were used to purchase luxury items instead of providing the promised meals.
Minneapolis author Megan Giddings draws inspiration from a wild Uber ride with a psychic for her novel, "Meet Me at the Crossroads." The book explores the divergent paths of two sisters within a family, highlighting the choices that shape their lives.
The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled that former Twins pitcher Randy “Jay” Jackson Jr. must pay child support to Masami Kiya, whom he met while playing in Japan. Jackson contested the jurisdiction of the Minnesota court, but the panel upheld the lower court's decision, stating that the child support agreement falls under Minnesota's Interstate Family Support Act. Jackson now has 30 days to appeal to the state Supreme Court.