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Avenues for Youth has begun construction on a $24 million facility in north Minneapolis, set to open in 2026. The new building will increase capacity from 300 to 500 homeless youth annually, addressing the urgent need for shelter and housing in the area.
Property taxes in Minneapolis and St. Paul are rising as homeowners face the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and declining downtown office values. Residential properties are shouldering a greater tax burden, previously borne by commercial property owners, as assessed values shift. Experts warn that these changes may strain residential taxpayers amid rising living costs.
A Minnesota couple faces federal charges for submitting hundreds of fake voter registration applications with nonexistent identities. Lorraine Lee Combs and Ronnie Williams allegedly filled out forms to defraud election offices, claiming to have made up names and personal information. No ballots were cast in connection with the fraudulent applications, according to state officials.
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested for the fatal shooting of Sudais Abdi Omar, 15, outside Northtown Mall in Blaine. Ayub Abdullahi Mohamed, 20, faces charges of aiding an offender in connection with the incident. Authorities continue to search for two additional suspects aged 14 and 15.
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board plans an all-day “Red, White and Boom” celebration on July 4, culminating in fireworks over the Mississippi River at 10 p.m. The festivities will feature an outdoor market, yoga, food trucks, and dance parties. Last year, thousands attended the event after a five-year hiatus due to the pandemic.
University of Minnesota faculty and students urged the Board of Regents to reject proposed 7% budget cuts and 6.5% tuition increases during the first public forum on the measures. Officials cite flat state funding and inflation as reasons for the changes, which could lead to job losses and decreased enrollment. The Board plans to vote on the budget next week.
Eight neighborhoods in south Minneapolis launched the Uptown Farmers Market on Thursday, aiming to revitalize the historically vibrant area. Organizer Amy Sanborn emphasized the importance of creating a safe environment for community engagement, which has been challenged by recent crime issues. The market will operate every Thursday this summer from 4-8 p.m.
Curry in a Hurry, a Minneapolis restaurant founded after the destruction of Gandhi Mahal during the 2020 uprising, will close this summer. Chef-owner Hafsa Islam expressed gratitude to supporters and noted the challenges of running the restaurant amid economic difficulties. The final day will include an event to fundraise for Transforming Generations Nonprofit.
Hennepin County Administrator David Hough will retire at the end of July after 40 years with the county, including 12 years as its top executive. He will transition into an advisory role overseeing special projects starting August 1. Hough expressed pride in his accomplishments, having managed a workforce of nearly 10,000 and a budget exceeding $3 billion.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty seeks an aggravated sentence for German Adriano Llangari Inga, charged with vehicular homicide in a crash that killed Victoria Eileen Harwell. Prosecutors cited aggravating factors, including gross negligence and the presence of Harwell's child during the incident. If convicted, Llangari Inga could face a sentence exceeding state guidelines.