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May 1, 2024 4:47 PM

Coalition turns in signatures for Minneapolis ‘community control of police’ ballot measure

The proposal seeks to create an elected Civilian Police Accountability Commission that could hire and fire officers, including the police chief. The commission would also investigate complaints against officers and publicly release the findings.

by Jon Collins

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May 1, 2024 12:57 PM

‘Popsikal’ album highlights local talent in Minneapolis pop music

The album is a collaboration between 11 Minneapolis musicians, including SYM1, a hyperpop artist and record label president.

by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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May 1, 2024 12:43 PM

Meet one of the ‘cultural brokers’ helping Minnesota’s Karen community access health care

Lah Tha Pwee is a Karen cultural broker at M Health Fairview. Here’s how she bridges the cultural gap to get Minnesota refugees the health care they need.

by Nina Moini and CJ Younger

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May 1, 2024 10:30 AM

Minnesota Now: May 1, 2024

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by Nina Moini, Aleesa Kuznetsov, Ellen Finn, Alanna Elder and CJ Younger

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May 1, 2024 10:23 AM

MPR’s chief meteorologist on what’s in store for summer

Plus more information Tuesday’s evening storms, the weekend forecast and the latest release of the Minnesota Energy Fact Sheet.

by Nina Moini, Paul Huttner and Ellen Finn

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May 1, 2024 9:49 AM

Celebrating American Indian Month with the reopening of local community center

Indigenous communities in Minnesota celebrate American Indian Month throughout May. A part of this month’s celebration is the reopening of the Minneapolis American Indian Center after a two-year closure for renovations.

by Nina Moini, Melissa Olson and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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April 30, 2024 6:21 PM

Bus driver represents Metro Transit as first woman to compete in International ‘bus roadeo’

The best bus drivers in the country are currently competing at the international level, and that includes Minnesota Metro Transit driver Jeanne. She is in Portland, Ore., for the American Public Transportation Association’s International Bus Roadeo.

by Emily Bright and Aleesa Kuznetsov