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Minneapolis park workers extend strike indefinitely
Minneapolis park workers have been on the picket line for more than a week. Thursday was supposed to be the end of the week-long strike, but it was extended — and there’s no end in sight.
Animal Humane Society policy changes raise concerns of an increase in feral cat populations
The nonprofit organization Animal Humane Society will no longer be providing free Trap-Neuter-Return spay and neuter services. The new change could create hardship for individuals and organizations that aid in maintaining the feral, or “community” cat populations.  
Minneapolis parks commissioners to hear about contract negotiations as workers’ strike continues
A special meeting of the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board on Monday may shed light on contract negotiations, as union park workers continue a week-long strike. Three members of the board requested the meeting to learn more about the negotiations.
Photos: Here's how Minneapolis celebrated Fourth of July alongside the riverfront
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board’s Red, White & Boom! event returned this Fourth of July offering live entertainment, a variety of food trucks and the popular fireworks display.
How will Minneapolis respond to homelessness after SCOTUS says sleeping outside can be a crime?
In Minnesota’s largest city, public camping is illegal — but it doesn’t come with criminal consequences. Enrique Velázquez, Minneapolis director of regulatory services who oversees the city’s response to homeless encampments, says that is not likely to change.
Simone Biles moves closer to 3rd Olympic trip as injuries mount behind her at U.S. trials
Simone Biles is four rotations away from a third trip to the Olympics. The list of contenders hoping to join her in Paris is thinning quickly. Biles had little trouble sprinting to the lead at the U.S. Olympic trials. 
At Paralympic swim trials in Minneapolis, the friendships are as fierce as the competition  
Team USA is holding its Paralympic Swimming Trials at the University of Minnesota this weekend. Among the competitors are Mallory Weggemann of Eagan, Natalie Sims of Edina and Summer Schmit of Stillwater.