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Lake Waconia Welcomes Summer with Free Paradise Beach Bash Celebration on June 21
As rays grow longer and the solstice approaches, locals around Lake Waconia are gearing up for a seasonal celebration without the burden of dollar signs clouding the sunny horizon. The Lake Waconia Regional Park is throwing open its gates for the Paradise Beach Bash, a free event poised to ramp up the summer fun. Slated for June 21, 2024, festivities will kick off at 3 pm and run through the gentle twilight until 10:30 pm, offering an array of activities set to the beats of the band Ragtown.
Board members resign from U of M Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies over planned hire’s stance on Gaza
Lonny Goldsmith and Lev Gringauz at TC Jewfolk report on the resignation of two members of the advisory board for the University of Minnesota’s Center for Holocaust and Genocide Studies. Both board members took issue with the planned hire of Raz Segal as the center’s new director and his stance that Israel is committing “a textbook case of genocide” against Gaza in response to the Oct. 7 attack. The Star Tribune reports the university is pausing its search.
Long Lake amends rules around recreational vehicles
In a May 20 meeting that lasted just 18 minutes, the Long Lake city council unanimously passed an ordinance that amended Zoning definitions, distributed its triennial Pay Equity report, and approved longtime Public Works employee Don “Luke” Laakkonen’s resignation. With lake season in full swing, definitions surrounding boating equipment and storage are essential for Long Lake to sort out. Effective as of June 1, Long Lake now defines recreational vehicles...
Hopkins boy, 4, found dead after being reported missing Sunday
HOPKINS, Minn. (FOX 9) - The body of a 4-year-old Hopkins boy who was reported missing on Sunday has been found in Minnehaha Creek. Law enforcement said the body of Waeys Mohamed was found around 10:40 a.m. in Minnehaha Creek, about 500 yards from his apartment building. Police believe this was an accidental drowning, but his death remains under investigation. Police noted a volunteer found his body.
Second person sentenced in deadly shooting at Mall of America
A Hennepin County Judge has sentenced a second person convicted in a deadly shooting at the Mall of America nearly two years ago. Lavon Longstreet was sentenced to 30 years in prison for his role in the 2022 fatal shooting of Johntae Hudson.
Minneapolis police say 17-year-old pointed gun at police while fleeing, chief says officers showed 'great restraint'
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis police arrested a 17-year-old early Sunday morning near Hennepin Avenue and 9th Street after the teen allegedly pointed a 9mm handgun at police. Police say the teen was wanted in connection with a robbery that happened earlier in the night where a cellphone was taken at gunpoint. The 17-year-old was located near the area of Hennepin Avenue and 9th Street in downtown Minneapolis and police say the teen ran when officers approached him.
City council member urged Ann Kim to recognize union at her Uptown restaurant
Minneapolis City Council member Katie Cashman privately encouraged chef Ann Kim to voluntarily recognize an employee union at her Uptown restaurant, according to a voicemail Axios has obtained.Why it matters: Cashman made this call in a delicate moment for the council's left-wing majority, which is attempting to notch a big win for the labor community while also building trust with local business owners — including Kim, one of Uptown's most prominent boosters.The big picture: Cashman is co-author of a proposal to create a labor standards board, which proponents hope could become a powerful vehicle to drive new labor-friendly policies through...
Minneapolis Police Apprehend Armed Robbery Suspects After Downtown Chase, Officer Threatened with Handgun
Last night, Minneapolis Police Department officers faced a confrontational scenario that underscores the dangerous realities of their work in managing violence and crime within the city. According to a post on the department's official Facebook page, a 17-year-old suspect brandished a 9mm handgun toward an officer in downtown Minneapolis during a pursuit related to a recent armed robbery.
Police: Two teens on scooters injured in hit-and-run
MINNEAPOLIS — Two teens were injured after police say a vehicle struck them and drove off Tuesday evening in south Minneapolis. According to the Minneapolis Police Department, the two teens were transported to Children's Hospital in Minneapolis with injuries officials are calling apparent non-life threatening. Police were called to...
Fourth person dies following shooting that also killed MPD officer
MPR reports a fourth person has died following a May 30 shooting that also claimed the life of Minneapolis Police Officer Jamal Mitchell. Northern News Now reports a freighter carrying taconite was taken to Thunder Bay Saturday after experiencing an underwater collision that caused it to begin taking on water near Isle Royal in Lake Superior.
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