• New Year Chills, Lottery Wins, and Community Connections: Minneapolis Local Pulse

  • Jan 5 2025
  • Length: 4 mins
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New Year Chills, Lottery Wins, and Community Connections: Minneapolis Local Pulse

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  • Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Sunday, January 5, 2025. We're starting the new year with a mix of news, updates, and community stories that impact our daily lives.

    First off, let's talk about the weather. It's going to be a chilly day with highs barely breaking 20 degrees in the Twin Cities. WCCO meteorologist Lisa Meadows says we can expect flurries tonight and temperatures topping out in the low 20s tomorrow. This cold snap might affect some of the outdoor activities planned for today, so make sure to bundle up if you're heading out.

    In local news, two Minnesotans are waking up a million dollars richer on New Year's Day after winning big in the lottery. Meanwhile, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara is addressing his force about a potential consent decree with the U.S. Department of Justice. This development could have significant implications for policing in our city.

    On the job market front, a new law that went into effect on January 1 requires employers with 30 or more employees to include salary ranges and a general description of benefits in job postings. This change aims to promote pay transparency and could impact how local businesses recruit talent. We'll be keeping an eye on how this affects our local job market.

    In real estate, there haven't been any major property sales or development updates in the past few days. However, we're expecting some new projects to break ground in the coming months, which could impact our city's skyline and housing market.

    From city hall, we're looking at a busy legislative session ahead. The 2025 legislative session kicks off in two weeks, and with multiple special elections on the horizon, it's shaping up to be a complex and potentially gridlocked session.

    In business news, a new, highly nostalgic spot in St. Paul is bringing a modern twist for gamers young and old. Meanwhile, The 19 Bar, the oldest LGBTQ+ bar in Minnesota, was targeted by a burglar overnight Tuesday amid the push to rebuild it following a devastating fire.

    Looking ahead to community events, the Land O'Lakes Kennel Club Dog Show is happening at the St. Paul RiverCentre this weekend. You can meet a variety of dog and breed experts, attend various dog shows, or shop at more than a dozen booths at the Ringside Market.

    In local sports, the Vikings had a thrilling win over the Packers, with Darnold giving a career-high 377 yards in a 27-25 victory.

    On a more serious note, our crime report includes a few significant incidents. A security guard at a downtown Minneapolis bar is in custody following a stabbing early Saturday morning. Additionally, Wisconsin police are investigating the deaths of three people, including two juveniles, and are searching for a person of interest who is considered armed and dangerous.

    Finally, let's end on a positive note. Emily Roth, the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution, chose to help homeless veterans as her state project. It's heartwarming to see our community coming together to support those in need.

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