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Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min | The Local Wire

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  • Minneapolis: Minneapolis police investigating fatal Lyndale Avenue shooting | June 22

    Minneapolis: Minneapolis police investigating fatal Lyndale Avenue shooting | June 22
    Jun 22 2026
    Minneapolis police are investigating a fatal shooting on Lyndale Avenue following a string of recent violent crimes, while the Land Back movement gains momentum with indigenous land sovereignty efforts in the city and state Capitol. Rep. Peggy Bennett is calling on Minnesota GOP leaders to resign over campaign finance controversies, and charitable pulltabs spark debate over their impact on local nonprofits.
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  • Minneapolis: Tragedy on I-494: Child Fatality in Rollover Crash | June 21

    Minneapolis: Tragedy on I-494: Child Fatality in Rollover Crash | June 21
    Jun 21 2026
    Minneapolis: A child died in a rollover crash on I-494 near Sunfish Lake, prompting an ongoing investigation, while the Taste of Minnesota festival is in full swing. The city also saw mild weather with highs near 77°F, and a real estate listing in Saint Louis Park reflects active housing market interest.
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  • Minneapolis: Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Twin Cities | June 20

    Minneapolis: Severe thunderstorm watch in effect for Twin Cities | June 20
    Jun 20 2026
    Minneapolis residents should stay alert for a severe thunderstorm watch in the Twin Cities area after yesterday’s hailstorm, while NFL players from North Minneapolis host a free football clinic for local youth. Candidates Craig and Flanagan also clashed in their first debate over immigration reform, fraud investigations, and corporate influence in politics.
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