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"Breaking News, Tech Boom, and Civic Engagement: Minneapolis Local Pulse"
- 2025/03/27
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Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Thursday, March 27, 2025.
We're starting off with some breaking news today. The ceasefire between Israel and Palestine has unfortunately collapsed, leading to renewed bombing in Gaza. This has sparked protests right here in Minneapolis, with demonstrators gathering downtown to demand justice for Palestine. We'll be keeping a close eye on how this develops and any local impacts.
In city news, the Minneapolis City Council is considering a proposal to set a $15 minimum price for a pack of cigarettes. This could have significant implications for local businesses and public health, so we'll be watching closely as it moves towards a vote.
On the job front, there's good news for tech workers. Minneapolis is emerging as a thriving tech hub, with projections showing a 20% growth in tech roles this year. Areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI are driving much of this growth. However, it's not all rosy - the overall Twin Cities job market has seen some struggles, with total nonfarm payrolls decreasing by 4,900 jobs in 2024.
In real estate, we're seeing continued interest in downtown living. The mayor of Duluth is pushing for more residential development in their downtown area, and we're hearing similar conversations here in Minneapolis.
Turning to public safety, police have made an arrest following a concerning incident in south Minneapolis. A person described as being in crisis and armed with a gun was taken into custody. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
In community news, the Minnesota March Food Campaign is in its final days. Second Harvest Heartland CEO Allison O'Toole reports that record numbers of Minnesotans are still relying on food assistance, highlighting ongoing challenges in our community.
Looking at weather, we're expecting a partly cloudy day with highs near 60 degrees. It's a great day to get out and enjoy some of our local parks or take a stroll along the Mississippi River.
In sports, while the Minnesota men's basketball team didn't make the NCAA tournament, we're proud to report that some other local teams have punched their ticket to the big dance. And baseball fans, don't forget - today is Opening Day for the Twins! Players are arriving at the ballpark as we speak, bringing with them all the excitement and emotion that comes with the start of a new season.
Finally, we want to give a shout-out to the students of a northern Minnesota school who stepped up in a big way this week. When their school bus driver experienced a medical emergency, a quick-thinking student used the bus radio to call for help. It's a reminder of the bravery and resourcefulness of our young people.
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.
We're starting off with some breaking news today. The ceasefire between Israel and Palestine has unfortunately collapsed, leading to renewed bombing in Gaza. This has sparked protests right here in Minneapolis, with demonstrators gathering downtown to demand justice for Palestine. We'll be keeping a close eye on how this develops and any local impacts.
In city news, the Minneapolis City Council is considering a proposal to set a $15 minimum price for a pack of cigarettes. This could have significant implications for local businesses and public health, so we'll be watching closely as it moves towards a vote.
On the job front, there's good news for tech workers. Minneapolis is emerging as a thriving tech hub, with projections showing a 20% growth in tech roles this year. Areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity, and AI are driving much of this growth. However, it's not all rosy - the overall Twin Cities job market has seen some struggles, with total nonfarm payrolls decreasing by 4,900 jobs in 2024.
In real estate, we're seeing continued interest in downtown living. The mayor of Duluth is pushing for more residential development in their downtown area, and we're hearing similar conversations here in Minneapolis.
Turning to public safety, police have made an arrest following a concerning incident in south Minneapolis. A person described as being in crisis and armed with a gun was taken into custody. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.
In community news, the Minnesota March Food Campaign is in its final days. Second Harvest Heartland CEO Allison O'Toole reports that record numbers of Minnesotans are still relying on food assistance, highlighting ongoing challenges in our community.
Looking at weather, we're expecting a partly cloudy day with highs near 60 degrees. It's a great day to get out and enjoy some of our local parks or take a stroll along the Mississippi River.
In sports, while the Minnesota men's basketball team didn't make the NCAA tournament, we're proud to report that some other local teams have punched their ticket to the big dance. And baseball fans, don't forget - today is Opening Day for the Twins! Players are arriving at the ballpark as we speak, bringing with them all the excitement and emotion that comes with the start of a new season.
Finally, we want to give a shout-out to the students of a northern Minnesota school who stepped up in a big way this week. When their school bus driver experienced a medical emergency, a quick-thinking student used the bus radio to call for help. It's a reminder of the bravery and resourcefulness of our young people.
This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.