More from the HomepageThe high number of cases — roughly 6% of the city's total — fall in a neighborhood known for its vibrant East African community, with many in high-rise apartments. ByandStar Tribune staff writersmoreCopy shortlink:At least 150 people in the densely populated, predominantly black Cedar-Riverside neighborhood in Minneapolis have tested positive for COVID-19, prompting local leaders to call for more testing and outreach.The high number of cases — roughly 6% of the city’s total — fall in a neighborhood known for its vibrant East African community, many of whom live in...…More from the HomepageThe high number of cases — roughly 6% of the city's total — fall in a neighborhood known for its vibrant East African community, with many in high-rise apartments. ByandStar Tribune staff writersmoreCopy shortlink:At least 150 people in the densely populated, predominantly black Cedar-Riverside neighborhood in Minneapolis have tested positive for COVID-19, prompting local leaders to call for more testing and outreach.The high number of cases — roughly 6% of the city’s total — fall in a neighborhood known for its vibrant East African community, many of whom live in...WW…

More from the HomepageMan, 20, killed after being pulled over for traffic violation in Brooklyn Center ByandStar TribunemoreCopy shortlink:READ:READ:READ: —-A Brooklyn Center police officer fatally shot a man during a traffic stop Sunday afternoon, inflaming already raw tensions between police and community members in the midst of the Derek Chauvin trial.Relatives of Daunte Wright, 20, who is Black, told a tense crowd gathered at the scene in the northern Minneapolis suburb Sunday afternoon that Wright drove for a short distance after he was shot, crashed his car, and died at the...…More from the HomepageMan, 20, killed after being pulled over for traffic violation in Brooklyn Center ByandStar TribunemoreCopy shortlink:READ:READ:READ: —-A Brooklyn Center police officer fatally shot a man during a traffic stop Sunday afternoon, inflaming already raw tensions between police and community members in the midst of the Derek Chauvin trial.Relatives of Daunte Wright, 20, who is Black, told a tense crowd gathered at the scene in the northern Minneapolis suburb Sunday afternoon that Wright drove for a short distance after he was shot, crashed his car, and died at the...WW…

ByA pilgrimage to the George Floyd memorial in Minneapolis this summer confirmed what the Lundquist family had thought for a long time: They could no longer live in the overwhelmingly white city of Roseau, Minn.In September, the family of eight moved 340 miles south to Brooklyn Park — one of the most diverse cities in the state, with 57% of residents identifying as Black, Indigenous and people of color.Two of Kate and Jacob Lundquist’s six children are adopted from Haiti and were often the only students of color in classrooms in Roseau, whose population is 97% white.“I’m doing the opposite...…ByA pilgrimage to the George Floyd memorial in Minneapolis this summer confirmed what the Lundquist family had thought for a long time: They could no longer live in the overwhelmingly white city of Roseau, Minn.In September, the family of eight moved 340 miles south to Brooklyn Park — one of the most diverse cities in the state, with 57% of residents identifying as Black, Indigenous and people of color.Two of Kate and Jacob Lundquist’s six children are adopted from Haiti and were often the only students of color in classrooms in Roseau, whose population is 97% white.“I’m doing the opposite...WW…

More from the HomepageA single fatality occurred near George Floyd Square in Mpls. ByandStar TribunemoreOne man was killed and two men injured in three weekend shootings across Minneapolis, which is bracing for Monday's start of the Derek Chauvin murder and manslaughter trial.The homicide happened close to the scene of George Floyd's death nearly a year ago, at the intersection of 38th and Chicago, now known as George Floyd Square.The man died at Hennepin County Medical Center after the shooting around 5:45 p.m. Saturday.Authorities did not release the victim's identity, but friends...…More from the HomepageA single fatality occurred near George Floyd Square in Mpls. ByandStar TribunemoreOne man was killed and two men injured in three weekend shootings across Minneapolis, which is bracing for Monday's start of the Derek Chauvin murder and manslaughter trial.The homicide happened close to the scene of George Floyd's death nearly a year ago, at the intersection of 38th and Chicago, now known as George Floyd Square.The man died at Hennepin County Medical Center after the shooting around 5:45 p.m. Saturday.Authorities did not release the victim's identity, but friends...WW…

More from the HomepageMatt Look denies the claim, calls the report the woman made to police "fake." By Star TribunemoreCopy shortlink:A St. Francis woman says an Anoka County commissioner harassed her repeatedly after she raised concerns about a message he posted on Facebook as the insurrection by supporters of former President Donald Trump unfolded at the U.S. Capitol.Danylle Peardon said her concern about the post quickly shifted to concerns for her safety.She filed a police report Jan. 12 after Commissioner Matt Look sent her a series of text messages in which he claimed to be...…More from the HomepageMatt Look denies the claim, calls the report the woman made to police "fake." By Star TribunemoreCopy shortlink:A St. Francis woman says an Anoka County commissioner harassed her repeatedly after she raised concerns about a message he posted on Facebook as the insurrection by supporters of former President Donald Trump unfolded at the U.S. Capitol.Danylle Peardon said her concern about the post quickly shifted to concerns for her safety.She filed a police report Jan. 12 after Commissioner Matt Look sent her a series of text messages in which he claimed to be...WW…

More from the HomepageDangerous driving reportedly "more egregious" this year in Minneapolis and its suburbs. By Star TribunemoreCopy shortlink:More than 100 vehicles were pulled over this weekend as part of a crackdown on drag racing in downtown Minneapolis and the surrounding suburbs.Authorities issued 29 citations and booked 22 people as part of the collective effort with area law enforcement agencies to stop drag racers. A dozen firearms were recovered, one person was caught driving under the influence and four others were nabbed for fleeing charges.“To be clear, these are NOT joy...…More from the HomepageDangerous driving reportedly "more egregious" this year in Minneapolis and its suburbs. By Star TribunemoreCopy shortlink:More than 100 vehicles were pulled over this weekend as part of a crackdown on drag racing in downtown Minneapolis and the surrounding suburbs.Authorities issued 29 citations and booked 22 people as part of the collective effort with area law enforcement agencies to stop drag racers. A dozen firearms were recovered, one person was caught driving under the influence and four others were nabbed for fleeing charges.“To be clear, these are NOT joy...WW…

More from the HomepageLoading...As the Aug. 11 primary nears, a unprecedented number of voters are seeking to vote absentee. By Star TribunemoreSusan Truesdell, a mother of two from Champlin, is planning to stray from her typical voting routine this year.“With concerns of COVID I have been avoiding taking them to public places as much as I can,” she said of her two children, ages 3 and 5.And after the 37-year-old read about the “horror stories of other states closing polling locations,” she said she didn’t want to risk that happening in Minnesota. So she and her husband, Justin,...…More from the HomepageLoading...As the Aug. 11 primary nears, a unprecedented number of voters are seeking to vote absentee. By Star TribunemoreSusan Truesdell, a mother of two from Champlin, is planning to stray from her typical voting routine this year.“With concerns of COVID I have been avoiding taking them to public places as much as I can,” she said of her two children, ages 3 and 5.And after the 37-year-old read about the “horror stories of other states closing polling locations,” she said she didn’t want to risk that happening in Minnesota. So she and her husband, Justin,...WW…