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City clearing homeless encampment near Lake Street in south Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis city officials said crews are clearing a controversial homeless encampment near East Lake Street on Thursday.The encampment, located at East 29th Street and Fifth Avenue South, drew outrage from residents and businesses in the area.A city spokesperson told WCCO Thursday that notice of the closure, along with information on shelters and storage, was posted more than a week ago. On Wednesday, the city told WCCO, "Closure is likely to take place next week and the city will provide one week advance notice prior to closure.""Individuals in the encampment are being told that they are trespassing and need...
Family of man fatally shot by trooper announces lawsuit
(KSTP) – The family of Ricky Cobb II, the man who was fatally shot by a trooper during a traffic stop over the summer, and their attorneys announced a lawsuit on Wednesday morning. Attorneys for the family say they’re filing a federal civil lawsuit against Trooper Ryan Londregan, who...
2 charged for late-night police chase through downtown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Two men in their twenties are facing charges in connection to a police chase through downtown Minneapolis last Saturday night, according to complaints filed in Hennepin County.A 23-year-old Minneapolis man was charged with three counts of second-degree assault, two counts of first-degree damage to property, and one count each of first-degree drug possession, fleeing a peace officer in a motor vehicle, receiving stolen property and fourth-degree damage to property.A 21-year-old Robbinsdale man was charged with one count each of fifth-degree drug possession and fleeing a peace officer by means other than a motor vehicle.According to the complaint, officers with...
A look inside the new high rise next to U.S. Bank Stadium
The 25-story apartment tower that opened this month in Minneapolis offers nighttime peeks inside U.S. Bank Stadium and an outdoor pool as high as you're likely to find in town. Why it matters: Completing the 350-unit 4th & Park tower caps off a 10-year Downtown East redevelopment that cost more than $700 million and brought the city a new park, hotel, twin Wells Fargo towers, and 545 housing units.Zoom in: Most developers use the top floor of a building for penthouses, which fetch the highest rents in a building. But Ryan Cos. and Weidner Apartment Homes decided to use it...
Minneapolis celebrates opening of new 911 dispatch facility which they say will help attract new, much-needed operators
Minneapolis City officials gather to celebrate National Public Safety Telecommunications Week with the opening of new 911 dispatch facility which they say will help attract new, and much-needed, talent.
Minneapolis Braces for Whimsical Weather Week, From Thunderstorms to Gusty Winds
Minneapolis residents should brace themselves for a mercurial streak of weather this week, as forecasts predict a blend of showers, thunderstorms, and gusty winds that are set to interrupt the spring bloom. The National Weather Service warns of rainy conditions today with a higher likelihood of thunderstorms occurring before the afternoon. Those stepping out should expect a cloudy backdrop and a high of around 57 degrees, accompanied by winds that could reach up to 35 mph, according to a forecast posted on the National Weather Service website.
Former cop convicted for role in George Floyd's murder completes federal sentence
ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — A former Minneapolis police officer has completed a two-and-a-half year federal sentence for his role in the murder of George Floyd, but won't be tasting freedom for a few more months. Thomas Lane is incarcerated at the Englewood Federal Prison facility in Littleton, Colorado. He just...
1 killed, 2 injured in head-on crash Tuesday in Coon Rapids
COON RAPIDS, Minn — One man is dead and two others, including a juvenile, were injured in a head-on collision Tuesday evening in Coon Rapids. According to a press release from the Anoka County Sheriff's Office, the crash occurred just before 5:45 p.m. near Main Street Northwest and Wedgewood Drive Northwest. A hatchback traveling eastbound on Main Street crossed over into westbound traffic and collided with a pickup. Authorities say the driver of the hatchback died at the scene.
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