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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Those opposed to the expansion say MnDOT has not explored non-freeway alternatives.
MnDOT moving to expand Highway 252 despite city, activist opposition
by Ainsley Brown
Published November 10, 2024

Minnesota is planning to expand Highway 252 in the North Metro despite opposition from advocacy groups and city officials in Brooklyn Center...

October was named Disability Employment Awareness month by the Minneapolis City Council.
Employment challenges persist for people with disabilities
by Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 10, 2024

Madison Rubenstein, who has disabilities that make it challenging to move and carry objects, said their conditions make operating their small...

The City of Minneapolis is continuing to make housing affordable through an approved ordinance.
City Council takes step to keep affordable housing
by Maya Bell
Published November 10, 2024

The Minneapolis City Council approved an ordinance on Oct. 31 which city officials hope will ensure affordable housing remains affordable.As...

The Lead and Healthy Homes team offers free lead testing for children in Minneapolis communities in the Leadie Eddie van (seen above). Courtesy of Jason Chavez.
City seeking end to childhood lead poisoning
by Katrina Bailey
Published November 3, 2024

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is planning an over $1 million investment in his 2025 budget to make Minneapolis the first city in the country to...

The board was first proposed in February.
Minneapolis City Council considering creating Labor Standards Board
by Ainsley Brown
Published October 28, 2024

The Minneapolis City Council will vote on whether to create a Labor Standards Board by the end of the year.If passed, the board would give...

Klobuchar will win another term in the Senate.
Senator Amy Klobuchar expected to win Senate race
by Rachel Hoppe
Published November 5, 2024

Incumbent Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar is projected to win her seat against former NBA player and Republican challenger Royce White, according...

Ilhan Omar being interviewed in her office on February 23, 2024.
Rep. Ilhan Omar to Keep 5th District Seat
by Casey Marble
Published November 5, 2024

Rep. Ilhan Omar is projected to win Minnesota’s 5th Congressional District, according to the Associated Press. The race was clear cut...

The legislative directive brings more scrutiny to the Minneapolis Police Department.
MPD taking heat from City Council and activists over delayed responses
by Maya Bell
Published November 10, 2024

The Minneapolis Police Department (MPD) is facing increased scrutiny after failing to take action against a man who made multiple threats to...

The historic Northrup King Building is the site of the development. Photo courtesy of Cunnigham Group Architects
New affordable housing for artists coming to Northeast Minneapolis
by Grace Aigner
Published November 8, 2024

Minneapolis-based housing developer Artspace broke ground on its largest affordable housing project yet for Northeast Minneapolis artists on...

This unit is the first of its kind in Minneapolis. Courtesy of Scott Wasserman.
Minneapolis deploys first Mobile Medical Unit
by Katrina Bailey
Published November 6, 2024

Vaccinations, wound care, dental care, medications to counter opioid overdoses and abuse, and more can be delivered on the go with the city unveiling...

A supporter at the Minnesota GOP election night watch party on Tuesday.
Minnesota Democrats and Republicans remain optimistic
by Olivia Hines, Katrina Bailey, Ainsley Brown, Grace Aigner, and Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 5, 2024

Minnesota Democratic and Republican supporters at their respective watch parties are mostly hopeful, with some concern about the potential election...

The train began its first trip to Chicago on May 21.
The Borealis train reaches 100,000 riders in six months
by Ainsley Brown
Published November 5, 2024

The Borealis passenger train from St. Paul to Chicago surpassed 100,000 riders in October after premiering in May.Amtrak and state transportation...

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