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May 23, 2020
People mourn the loss of shooting victim Kevin Beasley in Minneapolis on Sunday, April 19, 2020. Beasley was the man shot to death at a house party in

Man charged in slaying of Minneapolis civil rights leader's grandson

The shooting occurred after a confrontation between multiple people at a party.
Local
May 23, 2020
The Minneapolis Health Department, in a statement, said some of the Cedar-Riverside cases are "spread out over several high-rise buildings in the area

Virus hits hard in Minneapolis' Cedar-Riverside neighborhood

The high number of cases — roughly 6% of the city's total — fall in a neighborhood known for its vibrant East African community, with many in high-rise apartments.
Minneapolis
May 23, 2020
JERRY HOLT ï jgholt@startribune.com 1/12/2006-----A bust of Martin Luther King Jr. occupies a prominent place in the main hallway at the Sabathani Co

Hennepin County proposal to end leases at buildings housing services for minorities draws fire

The County Board will consider more data at a meeting Thursday, with a decision possible as early as June 2.
West Metro
May 22, 2020
One of the light-rail trains that will operate on the Southwest light-rail line from downtown Minneapolis to Eden Prairie.

New Southwest light-rail train cars arrive for service starting in 2023

Passenger service for line between Minneapolis and Eden Prairie will begin in 2023.
Minneapolis
May 22, 2020

Honoring EMS workers in Hennepin County

A flag-raising ceremony to honor fallen Hennepin EMS personnel.
Local
May 22, 2020
This couple at the Lyndale Park Peace Garden has been among many who have turned to the Minneapolis Park and Recreation system for their wedding venue

Minneapolis parks ready to raise number of outdoor wedding attendees

Depending on change in state guidelines, new permit could soon allow up to 30 to be there for the magic moment, but no chairs allowed.
Local
May 22, 2020
Kyle Hale finished his shopping at Linden Hills Coop. Starting at 5 p.m. Tuesday, shoppers in Minneapolis will be required to wear masks.

Mpls. Mayor Frey orders people to wear masks in stores, schools

Jacob Frey signed an order that will require people over the age of 2 to wear a covering over their nose and mouth while at "indoor spaces of public accommodation."
Minneapolis
May 21, 2020
University of Minnesota law Prof. Francesco Parisi wasn't able to be with his mother when she died because he was in custody.

U law professor falsely accused of rape wins $1.2 million defamation judgment

The amount appears to be the largest in state history for a defamation suit.
Minneapolis
May 21, 2020
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Kim Bartmann repays employees' back wages, but organizing continues

Employees delivered a list of demands to Barbette restaurant on Wednesday.
North Metro
May 20, 2020
Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said he was "certain" the revelation would lead defense attorneys to request dismissing charges in cases involvi

Accused serial rapist could be linked to more crimes, authorities say

Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman said authorities are investigating three or four other cases.
Minneapolis
May 20, 2020
Hundreds of pedestrians and cyclists spent the afternoon at Bde Maka Ska Wednesday. ] aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com Minneapolis' parks have become a

Minneapolis back on top in ranking of best parks system; St. Paul is No. 3

The annual ranking by the Trust for Public Land restored Minneapolis' bragging rights.
Minneapolis
May 20, 2020

Frances Brown Paulu, who led Minnesota nonprofit with global focus, dies at 99

Through her work with international organizations, she traveled to 40 countries.
North Metro
May 20, 2020
Ahmud Carrington

Charge: Driver who killed other motorist on Hwy. 169 was on probation for recent DWI

In the previous case, she was driving drunk with her 5-year-old son in the car.
West Metro
May 20, 2020

Hopkins teenager identified as victim killed in north Minneapolis shooting

The shooter fled the scene and has not been caught.
West Metro
May 20, 2020
Jory Wiebrand, 34, of Ham Lake is accused of sexually assaulting and terrorizing women, sometimes breaking into their homes, in Minneapolis and Anoka

Accused Twin Cities serial rapist charged in three new cases; 13 total

The Ham Lake man accused of sexually assaulting and terrorizing women in Minneapolis over a span of years was charged Tuesday in three additional cases.
Local
May 20, 2020
House Majority Leader Ryan Winkler, DFL-Golden Valley walked into the House Chamber wearing a mask.

Minnesota cities, counties are strained as $667M in aid remains in limbo

The Legislature ended its work Sunday without a decision on how to distribute $667 million in federal aid for counties, cities and towns — leaving cash-strapped communities in limbo as coronavirus costs pile up.
Minneapolis
May 19, 2020
Tom Nickerson, left, and Grant Sparks tailgated before the Vikings home opener at TCF Bank Stadium in 2015.

Legislature OKs Vikings selling alcohol outside stadium on game days

Bill also would allow sales in the front lawn park and at Walker Sculpture Garden, Boom Island on occasion.
Minneapolis
May 19, 2020
Steve Preston was faced with a decision as the Drake Hotel went up in flames -- save his comic book and coin collection, or the cat he’d been c

Treasured comic book collection found in Drake Hotel rubble reunited with owner

Collector thought he lost it all in Christmas Day fire.
Minneapolis
May 18, 2020
Landlord Stephen Frenz at a 2019 trial where he was convicted of perjury. Low-income tenants in south Minneapolis will gain control of five apartment

Embattled landlord sells last of his Minneapolis buildings, giving control to tenants

They'll buy five buildings after a yearslong battle with a derelict landlord.
Local
May 18, 2020
Governor Tim Walz speaks during a press conference Tuesday, May 5, 2020. Under his "stay safe" order, bars and restaurants must remain closed through

In federal lawsuit, two Minnesota churches ask judge to fully reopen places of worship

They say restrictions treat religious organizations as "second-class citizens."

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