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Security measures heightened at a town hall with U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar in Robbinsdale amid escalating political violence, including bag checks and metal detectors. Omar expressed concerns that increasing threats may deter future candidates from running for office.
Minneapolis anticipates 1 million visitors over the next six weeks due to a series of sports events and concerts. Major attractions include playoff games for the Lynx and Vikings, as well as a concert by Haim. City officials advise using public transit or booking parking in advance to manage the expected crowds.
Chef Ann Kim's restaurant, Young Joni, will close this weekend due to a lease dispute, marking her second closure in a year amid controversy. Kim has faced criticism over labor relations and public protests while navigating a challenging year for her business.
More than a dozen immigrant janitors, organized by SEIU Local 26, protested layoffs at the Hennepin County Government Center, demanding their jobs back. Recent layoffs affected a third of the janitorial workforce, raising concerns about potential age discrimination. Workers have begun filing complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission regarding their dismissals.
The University of Minnesota and Teamsters Local 320 reached an agreement, ending a strike by 1,400 service workers just ahead of the Farm Aid concert scheduled for September 20. The three-year deal includes annual wage increases of 3.5% for the first two years and 3% in the third year. Concert organizers confirmed the event will proceed as planned after the strike threatened its cancellation.
Petite León will close on December 31 to make way for a new restaurant designed for the south Minneapolis community. Owners Ben Siers-Rients and Travis Serbus-White are focusing on creating a neighborhood spot that emphasizes value and employee involvement in its success. The transition comes after a series of changes since its 2020 opening, including a shift towards a more employee-driven profit-sharing model.
Vernon Sirhyde Archie, 29, received a 30-year prison sentence for carjacking and killing Da’Vonte Jovan Adams, 28, lured to Minneapolis via a dating app. Archie is set to serve 19½ years in prison before transitioning to supervised release. Accomplice Megan Renee Karjala, 24, is serving a 4¾-year term after pleading guilty to aggravated robbery.
Minneapolis will charge businesses fees for hiring off-duty police officers for security, with rates set at $27.58 per hour with a vehicle and $6.99 without. The City Council aims to recoup costs associated with police resources, projecting an annual revenue of $1.4 million, though implementation will be delayed until 2027 due to technology constraints.
Twelve-year-old Sophia Forchas, injured in a recent shooting incident at Annunciation, has been moved out of critical condition. A neurosurgeon previously indicated she could become the third fatality from the shooting, raising concerns about the ongoing impact of the event in the community.
Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis transformed into a vibrant gathering spot as approximately 2,000 people attended the "Dinner Du Nord" event. Local restaurants showcased their cuisines while live music and vintage cars enhanced the festive atmosphere, prompting calls for more such events in the future. The gathering also sparked discussions about the future of Nicollet Mall, particularly the proposal to remove buses and create a pedestrian-friendly space.