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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.
Minnesota's new law allows motorcyclists to legally lane split and filter, starting Tuesday, making it the sixth state to do so. Officials emphasize the importance of drivers respecting motorcyclists' rights while maintaining safe driving practices. The law aims to improve traffic flow and safety.
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.
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.
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.
Thousands gathered for the Twin Cities Pride Parade in downtown Minneapolis on Sunday, celebrating LGBTQ rights amidst a challenging political climate. The event, which featured diverse attendees and local officials, highlighted the community's resilience after the departure of corporate sponsor Target.
Authorities identified the man found dead near Target Field in Minneapolis as 24-year-old Seloman Robiel Kebede. He was discovered unresponsive on June 13 and later pronounced dead at a hospital. The cause of death remains under investigation.
A collision near Aitkin, Minn., on Friday evening resulted in the death of Maggie Spychalla, 34, and injuries to eight others, including five children. The crash involved her GMC Acadia towing a fish house and a Dodge Ram pickup, with authorities reporting that alcohol was not a factor.
Four tornadoes struck Carver County, Minnesota, on Saturday night, with winds reaching up to 95 miles per hour. The storm caused widespread power outages, affecting thousands of residents, and prompted flood warnings in several areas.
Inmates at Shakopee Correctional Facility faced confusion after an unauthorized memo suggested they ration menstrual products. A spokeswoman for the Minnesota Department of Corrections confirmed no shortage exists and the memo was removed shortly after it was posted. Incarcerated individuals expressed concern over the implications of the message.