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Around 30 people attended the rally in St. Paul to show solidarity with Minnesota’s laws protecting those providing gender-affirming care in Minnesota.

Trans activists protest at the capitol to support trans protections

by Maya Bell
Published October 28, 2024

Through rain and lightning, OutFront Minnesota and other LGBTQ+ activists organized the “Protect our Trans Refugee State” rally outside the Minnesota State Capitol building on Thursday.About 30...

Boynton Health offers a walk-in vaccination clinic for people to stop in at their convenience.

Measles seeing an uptick around Minneapolis

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 28, 2024

Measles is on the rise in Minnesota communities as the disease spreads through unvaccinated communities, especially in Minneapolis.In 2024, 60 measles cases were reported, 52 as part of a May outbreak,...

The board was first proposed in February.

Minneapolis City Council considering creating Labor Standards Board

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 28, 2024

The Minneapolis City Council will vote on whether to create a Labor Standards Board by the end of the year.If passed, the board would give recommendations to the council and Minneapolis Mayor Jacob...

Rev. DeWayne Davis has also done work with OutFront Minnesota alongside his ministry service. Courtesy of DeWayne Davis.

Q&A with 2025 Minneapolis mayoral candidate DeWayne Davis

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 28, 2024

Rev. DeWayne Davis announced on Oct. 17 that he will be running for Minneapolis Mayor in 2025, making him the first candidate to announce his campaign. Davis, who moved to Minneapolis in 2013 with...

Squirrels are one of the most seen animals found around the University of Minnesota campus, aside from various forms of birds.

The wild world of urban squirrels

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 27, 2024

October is Squirrel Awareness Month, an opportunity to shed light on all the mammal offers the local ecosystem.University of Minnesota student Charlotte Devitz, who is pursuing a doctorate in ecology,...

More states looking to abolish the Electoral College

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 27, 2024

With the presidential election ahead, the Electoral College will make or break who takes the presidency, but many are unhappy with that system.More states are signing up for the National Popular Vote...

Eleven released from jail for occupying Morrill Hall

Eleven released from jail for occupying Morrill Hall

by Hannah Ward
Published October 24, 2024

Eleven pro-Palestine protesters were released from Hennepin County jail Wednesday afternoon, according to the jail roster. The protesters were held without bail on probable cause for trespassing,...

The MACC has been at capacity of animals in its shelters for the past year as a result of increased pet abandonments during the pandemic.

At-capacity Minneapolis shelter receiving around $14,000 to encourage adoptions

by Grace Aigner and Ainsley Brown
Published October 23, 2024

The Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) shelter received $14,000 in grants in October and is hosting a “Clear the Shelter” to address the recurring at-capacity issues in the shelter.The...

MPRB’s work centers around equity and accessibility to the city’s natural amenities for all citizens, according to the Board’s award application.

Gold medalist: Minneapolis wins award for parks and recreation services

by Grace Aigner
Published October 23, 2024

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) won the national gold medal award for excellence in park and recreation management for the first time in 35 years on Oct. 9.The MPRB earned the award,...

Wolters said her priorities are public safety, more opportunities for business and balanced state spending. Photos courtesy of Abigail Wolters and Mohamud Noor. Graphic by Alex DeYoe

Republican candidate emerges for District 60B

by Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 23, 2024

Republican candidate Abigail Wolters for Minnesota House District 60B has emerged as the conservative challenger for incumbent House Rep. Mohamud Noor.The heavily Democratic-leaning House seat in the...

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