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Minneapolis police union seeks voice in federal reform plan

Minneapolis police union seeks voice in federal reform plan

The Minneapolis Police Federation is seeking a voice in the latest plan for court-ordered reforms of the police department. The union on Friday filed a motion to intervene in the proposed federal consent decree.
by Matt Sepic

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Sprinklers installed at first Seward Towers high-rise building in Minneapolis

Sprinklers installed at first Seward Towers high-rise building in Minneapolis

After five residents died in a fire in a Minneapolis high-rise building in 2019, the Minnesota Legislature allocated $10 million in 2024 to help retrofit high-rise residences with sprinkler systems. Nearby Seward Towers received $4 million of that funding.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Minneapolis police chief reiterates policy prohibiting officers from enforcing immigration law

Minneapolis police chief reiterates policy prohibiting officers from enforcing immigration law

With days to go before president-elect Donald Trump returns to office with mass deportation plans, the Minneapolis Police Department issued a statement this week reiterating its policy which forbids officers from asking people about their immigration status in most cases.
by Cari Spencer

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‘Winter bug’ norovirus surges in Minnesota with unusually high number of cases

‘Winter bug’ norovirus surges in Minnesota with unusually high number of cases

Sometimes referred to as the “winter vomiting bug,” noroviruses are the leading cause of foodborne illness in the state for people of all ages. Minnesota is seeing around four times as many cases this season than is typical.
by Erica Zurek

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Ramsey County Attorney charges man who allegedly fired at St. Paul officers during pursuit

Ramsey County Attorney charges man who allegedly fired at St. Paul officers during pursuit

The Ramsey County Attorney’s Office charged a man with second degree attempted murder Wednesday after he allegedly fired a rifle multiple times at a St. Paul police officer earlier this week.
by Cari Spencer

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Art Shanties return to Lake Harriet in Minneapolis

Art Shanties return to Lake Harriet in Minneapolis

The Art Shanty Projects, featuring 20 uniquely designed shanties with performances and interactive experiences, returns Jan. 18–Feb. 9, showcasing a new mentorship program and celebrating ideal ice conditions after last year's weather challenges.
by Jacob Aloi

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