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Snow Emergencies, Shootings, and Local Happenings - Minneapolis Local Pulse


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Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Saturday, December 21, 2024.

We're starting off with breaking news from the last few days. A late-night shooting in Minneapolis has left one man dead. Police were called to an alley near 35th and Penn Avenue North just before 11 p.m. on Friday, and despite their efforts, the man succumbed to his injuries at North Memorial Medical Center. The investigation is ongoing, and we'll keep you updated as more information becomes available.

In other news, the city is still dealing with the aftermath of the largest snow storm so far this season. Minneapolis and St. Paul have declared snow emergencies, with parking rules in effect to help with plowing. Today, residents are asked not to park on the odd-numbered side of the street until 8 p.m. or once the street is fully plowed. You can find a map of snow emergency routes on the city's website.

Moving on to the job market, the latest reports show steady gains in employment across the Twin Cities metro. The unemployment rate in St. Paul remained flat at 4.2% in January, and while significant growth hasn't materialized yet, most sectors held steady compared to December 2023. Key industries like healthcare and technology continue to expand, offering encouraging signs for the year ahead.

In real estate news, we don't have any major updates on commercial or residential property sales, but we do know that the weekly median home prices and inventory levels have been stable. We'll keep an eye on any significant zoning changes or property developments and bring you updates as they happen.

From city hall, the focus is on managing the snow emergency and ensuring public safety. We urge everyone to follow the parking rules and stay safe on the roads.

The weather is certainly having an impact on today's activities and events. With the snow emergency in effect, many outdoor events have been canceled or postponed. However, there are still plenty of indoor activities to enjoy, like visiting the Minneapolis Institute of Art or taking a stroll through the Skyway System. As for the weather outlook, we're expecting partly cloudy skies with a high of 28 degrees today.

In new business activity, we don't have any major openings or closings to report, but we do know that many local businesses are offering special deals and discounts to help you stay warm and cozy during the snow emergency.

Looking ahead to the next few days, there are several community events worth checking out. The Minneapolis Winter Festival is happening next weekend, featuring ice skating, live music, and plenty of hot chocolate. We'll have more details on that and other events in the coming days.

In local school achievements, we want to give a shout-out to the Minneapolis South High School basketball team, who won their latest game against St. Paul Central. Congratulations to the team and their fans!

Finally, in today's crime report, we want to remind everyone to stay safe and aware of their surroundings, especially during the snow emergency. If you have any information about the recent shooting, please contact the Minneapolis Police Department.

This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.

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