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Minneapolis council votes to extend eviction timeline, decriminalize drug paraphernalia; leaves safety commissioner position in limbo
Council members approved ordinances to decriminalize drug paraphernalia and extend the city’s eviction notice timeline. The council also failed to override a mayoral veto on the reappointment of Todd Barnette as public safety commissioner.
Minneapolis to expand safety measures in Uptown
Minneapolis plans to assign community safety ambassadors to Uptown starting in November, as officials look to curb crime.
 Twins win their home opener 10-4 over the Rays behind Tristan Gray's first grand slam
Tristan Gray hit his first career grand slam to cap a seven-run seventh inning for the Minnesota Twins in a 10-4 home-opener victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Minnesota making bid to host the 2028 NFL Draft
Minnesota Sports and Events is teaming up with U.S. Bank Stadium and the Minnesota Vikings in an effort to bring the multi-day sports spectacle to Minneapolis.