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Minneapolis' mobile medical unit is on the move

Minneapolis' mobile medical unit is on the move

In its first year of operation, Minneapolis Mobile Medical Unit staff engaged with over 4,000 community members. Established in response to the opioid crisis, the unit prioritizes outreach to communities with high levels of drug use, including individuals experiencing homelessness and those who are uninsured or underinsured.
by Erica Zurek

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Vikings' defense is again well-connected and well-coached, at the direction of Brian Flores

Vikings' defense is again well-connected and well-coached, at the direction of Brian Flores

The Minnesota Vikings took plenty of questions about their defense into this season after jettisoning veterans for salary cap savings at three starting spots and carrying tenuous depth at a couple of key positions.
by The Associated Press

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What is the White House pool? These days, it's a battleground between Trump and free press rights

What is the White House pool? These days, it's a battleground between Trump and free press rights

The White House press pool is at the center of a free speech battle between President Donald Trump and news outlets. On Monday, CNN, MS NOW, and Politico announced a lawsuit over being barred from the White House and denied First Amendment rights.
by The Associated Press

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Fewer skipped meals, less stigma: New data on the impact of Minnesota’s universal school meals

Fewer skipped meals, less stigma: New data on the impact of Minnesota’s universal school meals

A trio of new studies shows Minnesota’s universal school meals program is providing a sense of relief to Minnesota families and students who are no longer skipping lunch and worrying less about family budgets.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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As Waymo test-driving continues, Minneapolis considers autonomous vehicle restrictions

As Waymo test-driving continues, Minneapolis considers autonomous vehicle restrictions

Some council members want to require driverless taxi companies to have a human monitor in the driver’s seat, citing safety concerns and potential job loss for Uber and Lyft drivers.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Feds add charges against alleged shooter of firefighting plane

Feds add charges against alleged shooter of firefighting plane

A federal grand jury returned an indictment on Aug. 29 that charges Pettit, 49, with damaging an aircraft and discharging a firearm in relation to a violent crime. The charges carry between 10 and 20 years in prison.
by Matt Sepic

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Bat found in downtown Minneapolis tests positive for rabies

Bat found in downtown Minneapolis tests positive for rabies

The bat was found on Sept. 15, on the sidewalk along Hennepin Avenue between Washington Avenue and Third Street, not far from the Minneapolis Central Library.
by MPR News Staff

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