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Minneapolis officials are investigating a fatal fire in Grant, Minnesota, while the city moves forward with a community-led redevelopment plan for George Floyd Square. Rural school districts in cabin-rich areas are also set to receive state tax aid to address declining enrollment and infrastructure challenges.

Minneapolis is set to host Art-A-Whirl and immersive theater events this week, while Senate hopeful Peggy Flanagan launches her campaign focused on economic equity and healthcare reform. City officials partner with MN Agape Movement to revitalize the downtown corridor through the People’s Way redevelopment plan.

Minneapolis city officials urge residents to turn off non-essential lights during a statewide energy conservation effort, while Mayor Emily Johnson signs a new gun control ordinance set to take effect in September. The Minnesota Senate also voted to defund the Kids’ Canoe Trip Program, sparking debate over access to outdoor recreation for low-income families.

Minneapolis: A local grocery store owner faces charges for a $1 million food assistance fraud scheme, while health officials monitor a Minnesotan for hantavirus exposure after a rural visit. Neighbors in Northeast Minneapolis saved a historic 1920s home from demolition through a grassroots preservation effort.

Minneapolis residents are urged to stay alert after gas tank thefts reported across Minnesota, including convenience stores and gas stations, with officials warning of fire risks. A fatal truck crash in south Minneapolis led to a Metro Transit bus veering into a home, prompting calls for improved road safety and vehicle checks.

Minneapolis: A 17-year-old teen died in a rollover crash in Cass County, and the city prepares for Bike to Work Week with free bike clinics. The National Weather Service warns of a freeze and frost advisory ahead of a brief warmup in Minnesota.

Minneapolis traffic chaos continues with Highway 47 closed after a multi-vehicle crash in Fridley, while the Minnesota Senate passes a sweeping gun control bill targeting assault weapons. Child care costs in northern Minnesota are becoming a crisis as families struggle with rising expenses and limited providers.

Minneapolis officials warn of a Red Flag weather alert affecting 24 counties due to high fire risk, while environmentalists urge protection of local lakes amid declining water quality. A controversial fishing app is also under scrutiny for disrupting traditional practices in the city's fishing community.

Minneapolis officials are addressing public safety after a Minnesota man pleaded guilty to assaulting U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar during a town hall, while also advancing a new state watchdog agency to combat fraud. The city is also spotlighting local culture at the Taste of Minnesota festival and seeing a rise in students pursuing trade careers amid AI-driven job market changes.

Minneapolis: The Minnesota House passed a bill to enhance security for state lawmakers after recent threats, and the director of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives Office was fired amid scrutiny. A new workforce training center opened in Uptown Minneapolis to support underserved residents and boost local employment.

Minneapolis faces a frost advisory and freeze warning with temperatures dropping to 32°F, prompting warnings for plants and outdoor gear. A new $100 million bill aims to aid small businesses amid immigration enforcement, while nonprofits in North Minneapolis face legal scrutiny over alleged misuse of charitable funds.

Minneapolis saw a major leadership change as state DHS commissioner Shireen Gandhi was removed, sparking questions about state agency oversight and resource management. The Star Tribune also won a Pulitzer for their compassionate coverage of the Annunciation Catholic school shooting, highlighting the role of local journalism in crises.

Minneapolis weather forecast calls for overcast skies and a high of 62.5°F with steady winds. Mayday Minneapolis celebrates its 50th anniversary at Powderhorn Park, while Anoka County breaks ground on a $119 million psychiatric expansion.

Minneapolis police are investigating two high-speed vehicle theft incidents involving stolen cars crashing into squad cars, injuring multiple people, while the city prepares for the annual Walk for Animals event at the MN State Fairgrounds. The Minnesota Wild also play the Colorado Avalanche in their playoff opener tonight, with the University of Minnesota facing UCLA in a key college basketball game.

Minneapolis police are under scrutiny after a man was shot and killed in northern Minnesota, reigniting debates over accountability and trust, while six protesters were arrested during a May Day demonstration on Hennepin Avenue Bridge. The Minnesota House Ethics Committee also dismissed three lawmakers after finding no probable cause in their complaints, highlighting ongoing ethical concerns in state government.

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Your daily 2-minute news update for Minneapolis. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.

Your daily 2-minute news update for Minneapolis. Covering today's top local stories, community updates, and weather. Part of The Local Wire — every city, every day.