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Most grocery, liquor stores, and malls will operate on July 4th, while libraries and government offices remain closed. Key museums, including the Walker Art Center and Mill City Museum, will welcome visitors, while others like the Minneapolis Institute of Art will not. Metro Transit will follow holiday schedules, with parking meters not enforced in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
The Trump administration withholds over $6 billion in federal school funding, jeopardizing Minnesota districts already facing budget constraints. This freeze threatens programs for English-language learners, teacher training, and after-school initiatives, prompting local educators to voice concerns over potential educational impacts.
Minneapolis officials will increase patrols and implement road closures to manage crowds and prevent disturbances during the July 4th celebrations. Police will monitor social media for potential threats and deploy additional officers to areas with a history of chaos, particularly around Bde Maka Ska and Boom Island Park. These measures aim to ensure public safety during the holiday festivities.
The Minnesota Court of Appeals allowed a defamation lawsuit from fired officer Tyler Timberlake against the city of Minneapolis and Police Chief Brian O’Hara to proceed. The court rejected the city's claim of "absolute privilege" for O’Hara’s public comments regarding Timberlake's termination following a controversial use-of-force incident.
Two bodies were discovered at a campground on Isle Royale, prompting a national investigation. Park officials assure visitors that there is no ongoing threat, despite the unusual nature of these deaths in the remote national park. Isle Royale typically sees about 20,000 visitors annually, primarily seeking solitude and nature.
A Minnesota agriculture group filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration after the USDA canceled diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) grants, claiming the action violated federal law. The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy stated the abrupt termination jeopardized their MinneAg Network initiative and forced them to spend $30,000 to complete their project.
An East Coast couple rescued a driver from a vehicle that rolled into the Mississippi River near Dresbach, Minnesota, on Monday. Dustin Colson-Leaning jumped into the water while Brittany Pashkow called 911, successfully pulling the semi-conscious driver to safety. Winona County Sheriff Ron Ganrude praised their quick actions, noting they likely saved the man's life.
The Twin Cities commercial real estate market remains challenging, with few office buildings sold due to remote work and rising interest rates. Brokers Ryan Watts and Harrison Wagenseil of CBRE note that while they believe the market has hit its bottom, recovery may be slow, particularly compared to more prominent markets like New York and Los Angeles.
Metro Transit plans to enhance security at the 46th Street light-rail station in Minneapolis due to rising drug use and crime. Local residents advocate for closing a footpath to mitigate these issues, despite community opposition to such a measure.
Montrell Scott, 27, received a 36½-year prison sentence for second-degree murder and illegal gun possession in a drive-by shooting that killed 22-year-old Laterryon O’mar Moore in Minneapolis. Scott will serve 24 years in prison, followed by supervised release, with his criminal history including a prior armed robbery conviction. Surveillance footage captured moments before the shooting indicated gang-related motives.