The app, called SafeDistance, was launched April 22 by the University of Minnesota, HealthPartners, Modern Logic and others.

Young adults mobilized a neighborhood patrol and organized a food shelf to support the neighborhood.

Property crime is up in Minneapolis and in SE Como and Marcy-Holmes as the city is on COVID-19 lockdown.

MPD's 2nd Precinct reported that 15 converters have been stolen in the last month.

The neighborhood is faring well thanks to a collective effort between community organizers and local officials.

Flyers with yellow elephants will be placed in businesses' windows as part of the campaign.

Establishments near campus are leaning on support from customers and community members to keep their businesses running while giving back.

One hotel is located in the University area.

Jamie Schumacher left her position as the executive director of West Bank Business Association to move into another nonprofit role in the Twin Cities.

The project is awaiting approval from the City Council to proceed with the design phase.