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Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Monday, November 24th.
We begin today with breaking news from City Hall, where the conversation about police accountability is front and center. Several council members, including Jason Chavez, Elliot Payne, and Robin Wonsley, are pushing for the new police contract to include enforceable consequences if local officers violate the city’s separation ordinance with federal authorities. MIRAC and immigrant rights groups say it’s vital to strengthen protections so local police cannot aid in federal immigration raids or share information with federal agents without repercussions. The debate follows a city audit that found no violations during the June Lake Street raid, but council members insist the contract must spell out real, actionable discipline for future breaches.
Meanwhile, winter’s first real blast is arriving this week, and it’s not just us bracing for it. Waymo self-driving cars are quietly rolling onto our city streets, testing their systems right here in Minneapolis. Many listeners have probably noticed these driverless vehicles around Lake Harriet and Uptown. Waymo’s team says cold and snow are the real challenge they’re here for. If they succeed, Minneapolis could become the first major cold-weather city to host a fully autonomous ride-hail fleet. Not everyone is cheering, though. The Minnesota Uber and Lyft Drivers Association warns this could threaten thousands of jobs, many held by immigrant and working-class drivers who rely on flexible schedules. City officials are cautiously optimistic but say public use is still months away.
We shift now to a more somber note on public safety. In the past 24 hours, Minneapolis police responded to a serious incident downtown, with reports of an armed carjacking near Washington Avenue and 3rd Street. The suspect was apprehended after a pursuit through North Minneapolis. Police are urging residents to stay vigilant, especially near light rail stops after sundown. No injuries reported, but the department reminds us to stay aware and travel in groups when possible.
Our real estate market remains steady despite the seasonal chill. According to local agents, roughly 220 homes went under contract this past week, with median prices holding near 370 thousand dollars. On the job front, the city’s unemployment rate is hovering around 4 percent, but new tech jobs are expected later this winter as several firms expand their operations downtown.
On the cultural front, there’s excitement after Eric Holder’s keynote at the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers Foundation Gala on Saturday, celebrating three decades of civic engagement and justice work. Both established attorneys and high school law students took the stage, sharing stories about building equity in our city.
Local schools are getting recognition, too. Minneapolis South High’s robotics team won first place at the state regional this weekend. In prep sports, Washburn girls claimed victory in the season opener for basketball, with standout performances from freshman Tessa Lee.
Several community events are coming up. Tomorrow night at Northeast’s Solar Arts Building, local musicians will host a jazz showcase to fund after-school arts programs. Over in Linden Hills, a new bakery—Bluebird & Stone—opens Thursday with locally sourced pastries and coffee.
For our feel-good story, a group of neighbors along Park Avenue banded together this weekend to shovel snow for seniors and folks still struggling to recover from recent health issues. Their volunteer hours made a real difference, reminding us how connected our city can be.
Finally, a nod of appreciation for our TSA agents at MSP airport, who received special recognition this weekend. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem personally thanked officers, awarding several with ten-thousand dollar bonuses in gratitude for their commitment during the recent government shutdown. It’s a reminder that behind the scenes, everyday heroes help keep our city moving.
Thank you for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.
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We begin today with breaking news from City Hall, where the conversation about police accountability is front and center. Several council members, including Jason Chavez, Elliot Payne, and Robin Wonsley, are pushing for the new police contract to include enforceable consequences if local officers violate the city’s separation ordinance with federal authorities. MIRAC and immigrant rights groups say it’s vital to strengthen protections so local police cannot aid in federal immigration raids or share information with federal agents without repercussions. The debate follows a city audit that found no violations during the June Lake Street raid, but council members insist the contract must spell out real, actionable discipline for future breaches.
Meanwhile, winter’s first real blast is arriving this week, and it’s not just us bracing for it. Waymo self-driving cars are quietly rolling onto our city streets, testing their systems right here in Minneapolis. Many listeners have probably noticed these driverless vehicles around Lake Harriet and Uptown. Waymo’s team says cold and snow are the real challenge they’re here for. If they succeed, Minneapolis could become the first major cold-weather city to host a fully autonomous ride-hail fleet. Not everyone is cheering, though. The Minnesota Uber and Lyft Drivers Association warns this could threaten thousands of jobs, many held by immigrant and working-class drivers who rely on flexible schedules. City officials are cautiously optimistic but say public use is still months away.
We shift now to a more somber note on public safety. In the past 24 hours, Minneapolis police responded to a serious incident downtown, with reports of an armed carjacking near Washington Avenue and 3rd Street. The suspect was apprehended after a pursuit through North Minneapolis. Police are urging residents to stay vigilant, especially near light rail stops after sundown. No injuries reported, but the department reminds us to stay aware and travel in groups when possible.
Our real estate market remains steady despite the seasonal chill. According to local agents, roughly 220 homes went under contract this past week, with median prices holding near 370 thousand dollars. On the job front, the city’s unemployment rate is hovering around 4 percent, but new tech jobs are expected later this winter as several firms expand their operations downtown.
On the cultural front, there’s excitement after Eric Holder’s keynote at the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers Foundation Gala on Saturday, celebrating three decades of civic engagement and justice work. Both established attorneys and high school law students took the stage, sharing stories about building equity in our city.
Local schools are getting recognition, too. Minneapolis South High’s robotics team won first place at the state regional this weekend. In prep sports, Washburn girls claimed victory in the season opener for basketball, with standout performances from freshman Tessa Lee.
Several community events are coming up. Tomorrow night at Northeast’s Solar Arts Building, local musicians will host a jazz showcase to fund after-school arts programs. Over in Linden Hills, a new bakery—Bluebird & Stone—opens Thursday with locally sourced pastries and coffee.
For our feel-good story, a group of neighbors along Park Avenue banded together this weekend to shovel snow for seniors and folks still struggling to recover from recent health issues. Their volunteer hours made a real difference, reminding us how connected our city can be.
Finally, a nod of appreciation for our TSA agents at MSP airport, who received special recognition this weekend. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem personally thanked officers, awarding several with ten-thousand dollar bonuses in gratitude for their commitment during the recent government shutdown. It’s a reminder that behind the scenes, everyday heroes help keep our city moving.
Thank you for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease 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 Monday, November 24th.
We begin today with breaking news from City Hall, where the conversation about police accountability is front and center. Several council members, including Jason Chavez, Elliot Payne, and Robin Wonsley, are pushing for the new police contract to include enforceable consequences if local officers violate the city’s separation ordinance with federal authorities. MIRAC and immigrant rights groups say it’s vital to strengthen protections so local police cannot aid in federal immigration raids or share information with federal agents without repercussions. The debate follows a city audit that found no violations during the June Lake Street raid, but council members insist the contract must spell out real, actionable discipline for future breaches.
Meanwhile, winter’s first real blast is arriving this week, and it’s not just us bracing for it. Waymo self-driving cars are quietly rolling onto our city streets, testing their systems right here in Minneapolis. Many listeners have probably noticed these driverless vehicles around Lake Harriet and Uptown. Waymo’s team says cold and snow are the real challenge they’re here for. If they succeed, Minneapolis could become the first major cold-weather city to host a fully autonomous ride-hail fleet. Not everyone is cheering, though. The Minnesota Uber and Lyft Drivers Association warns this could threaten thousands of jobs, many held by immigrant and working-class drivers who rely on flexible schedules. City officials are cautiously optimistic but say public use is still months away.
We shift now to a more somber note on public safety. In the past 24 hours, Minneapolis police responded to a serious incident downtown, with reports of an armed carjacking near Washington Avenue and 3rd Street. The suspect was apprehended after a pursuit through North Minneapolis. Police are urging residents to stay vigilant, especially near light rail stops after sundown. No injuries reported, but the department reminds us to stay aware and travel in groups when possible.
Our real estate market remains steady despite the seasonal chill. According to local agents, roughly 220 homes went under contract this past week, with median prices holding near 370 thousand dollars. On the job front, the city’s unemployment rate is hovering around 4 percent, but new tech jobs are expected later this winter as several firms expand their operations downtown.
On the cultural front, there’s excitement after Eric Holder’s keynote at the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers Foundation Gala on Saturday, celebrating three decades of civic engagement and justice work. Both established attorneys and high school law students took the stage, sharing stories about building equity in our city.
Local schools are getting recognition, too. Minneapolis South High’s robotics team won first place at the state regional this weekend. In prep sports, Washburn girls claimed victory in the season opener for basketball, with standout performances from freshman Tessa Lee.
Several community events are coming up. Tomorrow night at Northeast’s Solar Arts Building, local musicians will host a jazz showcase to fund after-school arts programs. Over in Linden Hills, a new bakery—Bluebird & Stone—opens Thursday with locally sourced pastries and coffee.
For our feel-good story, a group of neighbors along Park Avenue banded together this weekend to shovel snow for seniors and folks still struggling to recover from recent health issues. Their volunteer hours made a real difference, reminding us how connected our city can be.
Finally, a nod of appreciation for our TSA agents at MSP airport, who received special recognition this weekend. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem personally thanked officers, awarding several with ten-thousand dollar bonuses in gratitude for their commitment during the recent government shutdown. It’s a reminder that behind the scenes, everyday heroes help keep our city moving.
Thank you for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease 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 begin today with breaking news from City Hall, where the conversation about police accountability is front and center. Several council members, including Jason Chavez, Elliot Payne, and Robin Wonsley, are pushing for the new police contract to include enforceable consequences if local officers violate the city’s separation ordinance with federal authorities. MIRAC and immigrant rights groups say it’s vital to strengthen protections so local police cannot aid in federal immigration raids or share information with federal agents without repercussions. The debate follows a city audit that found no violations during the June Lake Street raid, but council members insist the contract must spell out real, actionable discipline for future breaches.
Meanwhile, winter’s first real blast is arriving this week, and it’s not just us bracing for it. Waymo self-driving cars are quietly rolling onto our city streets, testing their systems right here in Minneapolis. Many listeners have probably noticed these driverless vehicles around Lake Harriet and Uptown. Waymo’s team says cold and snow are the real challenge they’re here for. If they succeed, Minneapolis could become the first major cold-weather city to host a fully autonomous ride-hail fleet. Not everyone is cheering, though. The Minnesota Uber and Lyft Drivers Association warns this could threaten thousands of jobs, many held by immigrant and working-class drivers who rely on flexible schedules. City officials are cautiously optimistic but say public use is still months away.
We shift now to a more somber note on public safety. In the past 24 hours, Minneapolis police responded to a serious incident downtown, with reports of an armed carjacking near Washington Avenue and 3rd Street. The suspect was apprehended after a pursuit through North Minneapolis. Police are urging residents to stay vigilant, especially near light rail stops after sundown. No injuries reported, but the department reminds us to stay aware and travel in groups when possible.
Our real estate market remains steady despite the seasonal chill. According to local agents, roughly 220 homes went under contract this past week, with median prices holding near 370 thousand dollars. On the job front, the city’s unemployment rate is hovering around 4 percent, but new tech jobs are expected later this winter as several firms expand their operations downtown.
On the cultural front, there’s excitement after Eric Holder’s keynote at the Minnesota Association of Black Lawyers Foundation Gala on Saturday, celebrating three decades of civic engagement and justice work. Both established attorneys and high school law students took the stage, sharing stories about building equity in our city.
Local schools are getting recognition, too. Minneapolis South High’s robotics team won first place at the state regional this weekend. In prep sports, Washburn girls claimed victory in the season opener for basketball, with standout performances from freshman Tessa Lee.
Several community events are coming up. Tomorrow night at Northeast’s Solar Arts Building, local musicians will host a jazz showcase to fund after-school arts programs. Over in Linden Hills, a new bakery—Bluebird & Stone—opens Thursday with locally sourced pastries and coffee.
For our feel-good story, a group of neighbors along Park Avenue banded together this weekend to shovel snow for seniors and folks still struggling to recover from recent health issues. Their volunteer hours made a real difference, reminding us how connected our city can be.
Finally, a nod of appreciation for our TSA agents at MSP airport, who received special recognition this weekend. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem personally thanked officers, awarding several with ten-thousand dollar bonuses in gratitude for their commitment during the recent government shutdown. It’s a reminder that behind the scenes, everyday heroes help keep our city moving.
Thank you for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease 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