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A man was fatally shot in a South St. Paul home, with police stating the incident was not random and that the victim and the suspect were known to each other. The suspect, a 33-year-old man from Hudson, Wisconsin, has a criminal history and remains in custody as charges are pending. The police confirmed the victim was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after the shooting.
A car fire in a Minneapolis parking ramp sent smoke billowing above Target Field during a Twins game on Sunday afternoon. Fire crews responded promptly to extinguish the blaze, although details regarding injuries remain unclear. Fans witnessed the incident as it unfolded near the baseball stadium.
Minnesota's substance abuse and mental health services are facing significant cuts after the Trump administration moved to rescind $27.5 million in federal grants. A federal judge has temporarily blocked these cuts, but providers are still struggling to maintain services amid financial uncertainty. The situation highlights the critical need for funding in mental health and addiction programs, particularly in schools.
A shooting incident in south Minneapolis left three men injured near a Cub Foods grocery store on Sunday afternoon. Two gunmen fired multiple shots at a man walking with his child, who was injured, while the child remained unharmed. The police are investigating the event and have made no arrests as of now.
Hennepin County taxpayers are subsidizing organic trash pickup in Minneapolis to lower residents' garbage bills and promote waste reduction. The county has allocated $180,000 annually for a program that has seen increased participation since a 2022 mandate required curbside organics pickup. This initiative is part of a broader effort to achieve "zero waste" goals and address the environmental impact of organic waste in landfills.
A rally of over 100 supporters gathered outside the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis to protest alleged union busting practices following the firings of union leaders Michelle Maser and Gabi Bruner. Union representatives claim that more than half of the collective bargaining unit has been impacted by management's actions, which the Walker denies, asserting compliance with labor agreements. The protest highlights ongoing tensions between the Walker's management and its employees as contract negotiations approach.
Marquis Deonte Gardner has been sentenced to over 27 years in prison for the fatal shooting of Alexis Rae Rodriguez in Minneapolis. Gardner, who pleaded guilty to second-degree intentional murder, shot Rodriguez while she was in a vehicle, also wounding a man in the driver’s seat. His accomplice, Anthony Leandre Winston, received a 10-year sentence for aiding Gardner after the crime.
The Minnesota Department of Education is considering terminating Pillsbury United Communities' authority to oversee charter schools due to significant oversight failures. The organization has struggled to address issues at nearly half of the schools it manages, raising concerns about its capacity as an authorizer. This unprecedented action highlights ongoing challenges in the regulation of charter schools in Minnesota.
Gwendolyn Freed has been appointed as the 20th president of the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, following a national search. Freed's extensive background in higher education and the arts positions her to lead the college toward a more inclusive and sustainable future. Her hiring comes after the departure of former president Sanjit Sethi due to faculty and staff concerns about his leadership style.
A recent article highlights the thriving high-end real estate market in Minneapolis, showcasing a $7.5 million contemporary home on Lake of the Isles. With over 50 single-family homes priced above $1 million available, the luxury market is experiencing a significant increase in sales, up more than 20% compared to last year. The article provides insights into unique features of these properties and the overall competitive landscape of the Twin Cities' housing market.