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Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Sunday, November 16, 2025.
We're waking up to a breezy start, with temperatures in the upper 40s and light rain lingering after yesterday’s record-breaking warmth. Expect a cool-down this afternoon, with highs only reaching the mid-40s, so bundle up if you're heading out. Rain should taper off by late morning just in time for folks heading to weekend events across the city.
From city hall, Minneapolis is in transition after the hotly contested municipal election on Tuesday. Voters turned out at the highest rate in years, with 55 percent casting ballots and electing a more moderate city council, reversing the far-left surge we saw in 2023. Mayor Jacob Frey secured another term, with election analysis from Minneapolis Times noting his clear margin over runner-up Fateh. The city council now looks set to focus on practical, collaborative governance and major initiatives like finally rebuilding the Third Precinct, which has stood empty since 2020. Community leaders are urging unity after several divisive years, so we’ll be watching closely as council members settle in.
On the jobs front, UnitedHealth Group announced this week that last spring’s cyberattack will end up costing the company an estimated $1.6 billion by year-end, with nearly $900 million already spent on recovery and technology. The market continues to see steady demand in healthcare and tech, while retail positions are opening up ahead of the holiday rush. Local listings show around 1,900 new job openings citywide, with Mall of America kicking off hiring alongside early Black Friday events.
Real estate watchers note that Uptown's Proper boutique is closing after a decade on Hennepin Avenue, another sign of shifting retail landscape. New businesses are still arriving though, with bubble tea shops and several local pop-up cafes setting up just in time for the holiday crowd.
For arts and culture, our city is buzzing today. Minnesota Monthly highlights the Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk – a blend of augmented reality art and history at the Harrison Sculpture Garden, and the Children’s Theatre Company continues its run of The Enormous Crocodile Musical for families through next weekend. Nearby, the 2025 Autumn Festival wraps up today at Canterbury Park, and tonight First Avenue hosts The Last Revel with guest Walker Rider. Fleetwood Mac fans had a treat last night at Granada Theater, while Romanian Film Festival wraps up at Landmark Center today, bringing critically acclaimed foreign films to St. Paul.
On the sports scene, the Timberwolves host Native American Heritage Night this coming Tuesday at Target Center, as part of November’s Native American Heritage Month. The Gophers football team is gearing up for a tough matchup against Oregon, and local schools like Washburn High and North High are celebrating fall sports victories, with both boys' soccer and girls’ volleyball advancing in section play.
Turning to public safety, Minneapolis Police are investigating a fatal crash late last night near Franklin Avenue and Cedar, where one driver lost their life in a head-on collision. On Friday, officers responded to several reports of ‘Nerf wars’ among high school seniors, prompting warnings to parents about possible dangers and legal consequences if pranks get out of hand. The department also made an arrest in connection with recent break-ins along Lake Street, and is reminding residents to secure their homes as the days grow shorter.
Our schools continue to face challenges. Minneapolis Public Schools project a budget deficit of more than 80 million for next year. Some campuses, like Heritage Academy near Powderhorn Park, remain largely empty despite major renovations. Parents and educators are calling for clear plans to address building overcapacity and improve student opportunities.
To end on a high note, in a heartwarming gesture this week, the family of Fletcher Merkel, the young boy lost in last spring’s Annunciation Church tragedy, was gifted a golden retriever puppy by Minneapolis Police. Acts like these remind us of the resilience and kindness in our city.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Subscribe for daily stories that matter. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
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We're waking up to a breezy start, with temperatures in the upper 40s and light rain lingering after yesterday’s record-breaking warmth. Expect a cool-down this afternoon, with highs only reaching the mid-40s, so bundle up if you're heading out. Rain should taper off by late morning just in time for folks heading to weekend events across the city.
From city hall, Minneapolis is in transition after the hotly contested municipal election on Tuesday. Voters turned out at the highest rate in years, with 55 percent casting ballots and electing a more moderate city council, reversing the far-left surge we saw in 2023. Mayor Jacob Frey secured another term, with election analysis from Minneapolis Times noting his clear margin over runner-up Fateh. The city council now looks set to focus on practical, collaborative governance and major initiatives like finally rebuilding the Third Precinct, which has stood empty since 2020. Community leaders are urging unity after several divisive years, so we’ll be watching closely as council members settle in.
On the jobs front, UnitedHealth Group announced this week that last spring’s cyberattack will end up costing the company an estimated $1.6 billion by year-end, with nearly $900 million already spent on recovery and technology. The market continues to see steady demand in healthcare and tech, while retail positions are opening up ahead of the holiday rush. Local listings show around 1,900 new job openings citywide, with Mall of America kicking off hiring alongside early Black Friday events.
Real estate watchers note that Uptown's Proper boutique is closing after a decade on Hennepin Avenue, another sign of shifting retail landscape. New businesses are still arriving though, with bubble tea shops and several local pop-up cafes setting up just in time for the holiday crowd.
For arts and culture, our city is buzzing today. Minnesota Monthly highlights the Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk – a blend of augmented reality art and history at the Harrison Sculpture Garden, and the Children’s Theatre Company continues its run of The Enormous Crocodile Musical for families through next weekend. Nearby, the 2025 Autumn Festival wraps up today at Canterbury Park, and tonight First Avenue hosts The Last Revel with guest Walker Rider. Fleetwood Mac fans had a treat last night at Granada Theater, while Romanian Film Festival wraps up at Landmark Center today, bringing critically acclaimed foreign films to St. Paul.
On the sports scene, the Timberwolves host Native American Heritage Night this coming Tuesday at Target Center, as part of November’s Native American Heritage Month. The Gophers football team is gearing up for a tough matchup against Oregon, and local schools like Washburn High and North High are celebrating fall sports victories, with both boys' soccer and girls’ volleyball advancing in section play.
Turning to public safety, Minneapolis Police are investigating a fatal crash late last night near Franklin Avenue and Cedar, where one driver lost their life in a head-on collision. On Friday, officers responded to several reports of ‘Nerf wars’ among high school seniors, prompting warnings to parents about possible dangers and legal consequences if pranks get out of hand. The department also made an arrest in connection with recent break-ins along Lake Street, and is reminding residents to secure their homes as the days grow shorter.
Our schools continue to face challenges. Minneapolis Public Schools project a budget deficit of more than 80 million for next year. Some campuses, like Heritage Academy near Powderhorn Park, remain largely empty despite major renovations. Parents and educators are calling for clear plans to address building overcapacity and improve student opportunities.
To end on a high note, in a heartwarming gesture this week, the family of Fletcher Merkel, the young boy lost in last spring’s Annunciation Church tragedy, was gifted a golden retriever puppy by Minneapolis Police. Acts like these remind us of the resilience and kindness in our city.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Subscribe for daily stories that matter. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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By Inception Point AiGood morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Sunday, November 16, 2025.
We're waking up to a breezy start, with temperatures in the upper 40s and light rain lingering after yesterday’s record-breaking warmth. Expect a cool-down this afternoon, with highs only reaching the mid-40s, so bundle up if you're heading out. Rain should taper off by late morning just in time for folks heading to weekend events across the city.
From city hall, Minneapolis is in transition after the hotly contested municipal election on Tuesday. Voters turned out at the highest rate in years, with 55 percent casting ballots and electing a more moderate city council, reversing the far-left surge we saw in 2023. Mayor Jacob Frey secured another term, with election analysis from Minneapolis Times noting his clear margin over runner-up Fateh. The city council now looks set to focus on practical, collaborative governance and major initiatives like finally rebuilding the Third Precinct, which has stood empty since 2020. Community leaders are urging unity after several divisive years, so we’ll be watching closely as council members settle in.
On the jobs front, UnitedHealth Group announced this week that last spring’s cyberattack will end up costing the company an estimated $1.6 billion by year-end, with nearly $900 million already spent on recovery and technology. The market continues to see steady demand in healthcare and tech, while retail positions are opening up ahead of the holiday rush. Local listings show around 1,900 new job openings citywide, with Mall of America kicking off hiring alongside early Black Friday events.
Real estate watchers note that Uptown's Proper boutique is closing after a decade on Hennepin Avenue, another sign of shifting retail landscape. New businesses are still arriving though, with bubble tea shops and several local pop-up cafes setting up just in time for the holiday crowd.
For arts and culture, our city is buzzing today. Minnesota Monthly highlights the Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk – a blend of augmented reality art and history at the Harrison Sculpture Garden, and the Children’s Theatre Company continues its run of The Enormous Crocodile Musical for families through next weekend. Nearby, the 2025 Autumn Festival wraps up today at Canterbury Park, and tonight First Avenue hosts The Last Revel with guest Walker Rider. Fleetwood Mac fans had a treat last night at Granada Theater, while Romanian Film Festival wraps up at Landmark Center today, bringing critically acclaimed foreign films to St. Paul.
On the sports scene, the Timberwolves host Native American Heritage Night this coming Tuesday at Target Center, as part of November’s Native American Heritage Month. The Gophers football team is gearing up for a tough matchup against Oregon, and local schools like Washburn High and North High are celebrating fall sports victories, with both boys' soccer and girls’ volleyball advancing in section play.
Turning to public safety, Minneapolis Police are investigating a fatal crash late last night near Franklin Avenue and Cedar, where one driver lost their life in a head-on collision. On Friday, officers responded to several reports of ‘Nerf wars’ among high school seniors, prompting warnings to parents about possible dangers and legal consequences if pranks get out of hand. The department also made an arrest in connection with recent break-ins along Lake Street, and is reminding residents to secure their homes as the days grow shorter.
Our schools continue to face challenges. Minneapolis Public Schools project a budget deficit of more than 80 million for next year. Some campuses, like Heritage Academy near Powderhorn Park, remain largely empty despite major renovations. Parents and educators are calling for clear plans to address building overcapacity and improve student opportunities.
To end on a high note, in a heartwarming gesture this week, the family of Fletcher Merkel, the young boy lost in last spring’s Annunciation Church tragedy, was gifted a golden retriever puppy by Minneapolis Police. Acts like these remind us of the resilience and kindness in our city.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Subscribe for daily stories that matter. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
We're waking up to a breezy start, with temperatures in the upper 40s and light rain lingering after yesterday’s record-breaking warmth. Expect a cool-down this afternoon, with highs only reaching the mid-40s, so bundle up if you're heading out. Rain should taper off by late morning just in time for folks heading to weekend events across the city.
From city hall, Minneapolis is in transition after the hotly contested municipal election on Tuesday. Voters turned out at the highest rate in years, with 55 percent casting ballots and electing a more moderate city council, reversing the far-left surge we saw in 2023. Mayor Jacob Frey secured another term, with election analysis from Minneapolis Times noting his clear margin over runner-up Fateh. The city council now looks set to focus on practical, collaborative governance and major initiatives like finally rebuilding the Third Precinct, which has stood empty since 2020. Community leaders are urging unity after several divisive years, so we’ll be watching closely as council members settle in.
On the jobs front, UnitedHealth Group announced this week that last spring’s cyberattack will end up costing the company an estimated $1.6 billion by year-end, with nearly $900 million already spent on recovery and technology. The market continues to see steady demand in healthcare and tech, while retail positions are opening up ahead of the holiday rush. Local listings show around 1,900 new job openings citywide, with Mall of America kicking off hiring alongside early Black Friday events.
Real estate watchers note that Uptown's Proper boutique is closing after a decade on Hennepin Avenue, another sign of shifting retail landscape. New businesses are still arriving though, with bubble tea shops and several local pop-up cafes setting up just in time for the holiday crowd.
For arts and culture, our city is buzzing today. Minnesota Monthly highlights the Dakota Sacred Hoop Walk – a blend of augmented reality art and history at the Harrison Sculpture Garden, and the Children’s Theatre Company continues its run of The Enormous Crocodile Musical for families through next weekend. Nearby, the 2025 Autumn Festival wraps up today at Canterbury Park, and tonight First Avenue hosts The Last Revel with guest Walker Rider. Fleetwood Mac fans had a treat last night at Granada Theater, while Romanian Film Festival wraps up at Landmark Center today, bringing critically acclaimed foreign films to St. Paul.
On the sports scene, the Timberwolves host Native American Heritage Night this coming Tuesday at Target Center, as part of November’s Native American Heritage Month. The Gophers football team is gearing up for a tough matchup against Oregon, and local schools like Washburn High and North High are celebrating fall sports victories, with both boys' soccer and girls’ volleyball advancing in section play.
Turning to public safety, Minneapolis Police are investigating a fatal crash late last night near Franklin Avenue and Cedar, where one driver lost their life in a head-on collision. On Friday, officers responded to several reports of ‘Nerf wars’ among high school seniors, prompting warnings to parents about possible dangers and legal consequences if pranks get out of hand. The department also made an arrest in connection with recent break-ins along Lake Street, and is reminding residents to secure their homes as the days grow shorter.
Our schools continue to face challenges. Minneapolis Public Schools project a budget deficit of more than 80 million for next year. Some campuses, like Heritage Academy near Powderhorn Park, remain largely empty despite major renovations. Parents and educators are calling for clear plans to address building overcapacity and improve student opportunities.
To end on a high note, in a heartwarming gesture this week, the family of Fletcher Merkel, the young boy lost in last spring’s Annunciation Church tragedy, was gifted a golden retriever puppy by Minneapolis Police. Acts like these remind us of the resilience and kindness in our city.
Thanks for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Subscribe for daily stories that matter. This has been a quiet please production, for more check out quiet please dot ai.
For more http://www.quietplease.ai
Get the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOta
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI