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Promising Start to 2025 in Minneapolis: Safer Streets, Thriving Sports, and Community Resilience
- 2025/04/12
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Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Saturday, April 12, 2025. Let’s dive into today’s updates.
We start with breaking news: Minneapolis is seeing a promising start to 2025 with a 30 percent drop in shootings through the first three months compared to last year. This marks one of the lowest rates of gun violence since 2020, a hopeful sign for public safety and community well-being. Police Chief Brian O’Hara has credited this progress to proactive policing, even as the department continues to face staffing challenges.
In sports, Target Field is buzzing this weekend as the Minnesota Twins host the Detroit Tigers in their second homestand of the season. Tonight’s game has extra flair, with the team debuting their stylish Nike City Connect uniforms. On a local note, Washburn High School’s softball team takes on Como Park today at Target Field, an exciting opportunity for the students to play on the big stage.
If you’re a music lover, the iconic Electric Fetus is throwing a big celebration for Record Store Day. Expect live DJ sets from Prince biographer Andrea Swensson and funk legend Bootsy Collins. And yes, there’s a food truck on-site to keep you fueled while you dive into nearly 400 exclusive record releases. It’s a great way to support Minneapolis’ deep music roots.
In real estate, the Twin Cities market remains competitive. Median home prices in Minneapolis are now hovering around $350,000. Rising interest rates haven’t slowed activity much, as homebuyers continue to vie for limited inventory in neighborhoods like Powderhorn and Longfellow. Meanwhile, in business news, a beloved 80-year-old Dairy Queen in Roseville has been purchased by the owner of Maverick’s Roast Beef, ensuring this historic spot gets a new lease on life.
Looking to the skies, it’s a warm and windy day with gusts reaching up to 40 miles per hour, so hold onto your hats if you’re out and about. Perfect weather for a stroll by Minnehaha Falls, but be mindful of fire risks with those dry winds. The warm spell continues tomorrow, though rain may come early next week.
On the community front, let’s celebrate the achievements of Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves. Edwards scored an incredible 44 points Thursday night, helping the Wolves dominate the Grizzlies. Over at the University of Minnesota, local students are rallying behind their classmate detained by immigration authorities, sparking calls for reform.
Finally, in today’s crime report, a tragic fire just east of downtown last night led to both a building rescue and a suspected overdose incident. Meanwhile, law enforcement in western Minnesota apprehended a fugitive linked to a border-crossing firearm case earlier this week.
This morning’s feel-good story? A Minneapolis teacher is making waves for helping high school basketball players connect with college recruiters, giving these young athletes a shot at their dreams.
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Stay safe and enjoy your Saturday!
We start with breaking news: Minneapolis is seeing a promising start to 2025 with a 30 percent drop in shootings through the first three months compared to last year. This marks one of the lowest rates of gun violence since 2020, a hopeful sign for public safety and community well-being. Police Chief Brian O’Hara has credited this progress to proactive policing, even as the department continues to face staffing challenges.
In sports, Target Field is buzzing this weekend as the Minnesota Twins host the Detroit Tigers in their second homestand of the season. Tonight’s game has extra flair, with the team debuting their stylish Nike City Connect uniforms. On a local note, Washburn High School’s softball team takes on Como Park today at Target Field, an exciting opportunity for the students to play on the big stage.
If you’re a music lover, the iconic Electric Fetus is throwing a big celebration for Record Store Day. Expect live DJ sets from Prince biographer Andrea Swensson and funk legend Bootsy Collins. And yes, there’s a food truck on-site to keep you fueled while you dive into nearly 400 exclusive record releases. It’s a great way to support Minneapolis’ deep music roots.
In real estate, the Twin Cities market remains competitive. Median home prices in Minneapolis are now hovering around $350,000. Rising interest rates haven’t slowed activity much, as homebuyers continue to vie for limited inventory in neighborhoods like Powderhorn and Longfellow. Meanwhile, in business news, a beloved 80-year-old Dairy Queen in Roseville has been purchased by the owner of Maverick’s Roast Beef, ensuring this historic spot gets a new lease on life.
Looking to the skies, it’s a warm and windy day with gusts reaching up to 40 miles per hour, so hold onto your hats if you’re out and about. Perfect weather for a stroll by Minnehaha Falls, but be mindful of fire risks with those dry winds. The warm spell continues tomorrow, though rain may come early next week.
On the community front, let’s celebrate the achievements of Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves. Edwards scored an incredible 44 points Thursday night, helping the Wolves dominate the Grizzlies. Over at the University of Minnesota, local students are rallying behind their classmate detained by immigration authorities, sparking calls for reform.
Finally, in today’s crime report, a tragic fire just east of downtown last night led to both a building rescue and a suspected overdose incident. Meanwhile, law enforcement in western Minnesota apprehended a fugitive linked to a border-crossing firearm case earlier this week.
This morning’s feel-good story? A Minneapolis teacher is making waves for helping high school basketball players connect with college recruiters, giving these young athletes a shot at their dreams.
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We’ll see you tomorrow with more local updates. Stay safe and enjoy your Saturday!