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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Ainsley Brown

Ainsley Brown, City Desk Reporter

Ainsley Brown (she/they) is a third-year student at the University of Minnesota. They have worked at the Daily since October 2022. She is a double major in geography and journalism. Their favorite part about working for the Daily is getting to work with her fellow journalists. In her free time, Ainsley loves to play her violin or bass.

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The closures are part of an effort to address a $1.5 million funding gap.

Ice rinks at Powderhorn Park, Webber Park may stay closed this winter

by Ainsley Brown
Published November 18, 2024
Those opposed to the expansion say MnDOT has not explored non-freeway alternatives.

MnDOT moving to expand Highway 252 despite city, activist opposition

by Ainsley Brown
Published November 10, 2024
A supporter at the Minnesota GOP election night watch party on Tuesday.

Minnesota Democrats and Republicans remain optimistic

by Olivia Hines, Katrina Bailey, Ainsley Brown, Grace Aigner, and Alexandra DeYoe
Published November 5, 2024
The train began its first trip to Chicago on May 21.

The Borealis train reaches 100,000 riders in six months

by Ainsley Brown
Published November 5, 2024
Trump wins, election coverage

Trump wins, election coverage

by Jack O'Connor, Rachel Hoppe, Katrina Bailey, Ainsley Brown, Alexandra DeYoe, and Grace Aigner
Published November 5, 2024
Snowfall on Halloween, 2024.

A look back on the 1991 Halloween blizzard

by Ainsley Brown
Published November 1, 2024
The board was first proposed in February.

Minneapolis City Council considering creating Labor Standards Board

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 28, 2024
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
Shots fired near UMN St. Paul campus

Shots fired near UMN St. Paul campus

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 18, 2024
Como Park’s iconic glass dome Conservatory hosts seasonal plant exhibits and music events.

What’s new at Como Zoo

by Ainsley Brown and Alexandra DeYoe
Published October 10, 2024
The award was for the Met Council’s work in promoting products that save water.

Met Council wins EPA award for water conservation

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 10, 2024
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers continues to explore what to do with the historic dam.

The future of Lock and Dam No. 1 remains uncertain

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 3, 2024

Minneapolis passes encampment removal reporting ordinance

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 3, 2024
Supporters argue the change would increase voter turnout and save the city money.

Odd or even years? St. Paul voters will decide when to vote

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 2, 2024
Metro Transit began lowering wait times for trains at light rail stations from 15 minutes to 12 minutes after 10 a.m.

Metro Transit adjusting, adding schedules to meet University demand

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 2, 2024
If it goes forward, the Twin Cities would be the largest metropolitan area in the country to ban drive-thrus.

St. Paul considers ban on new drive-thrus

by Ainsley Brown
Published September 19, 2024
The storms had winds up to 65 miles per hour and resulted in over one thousand clean-up orders. Photo Courtesy of Leon van Eck

‘The Loveliest of Trees’ is gone but not forgotten

by Ainsley Brown
Published September 18, 2024
The 76-year-old 3M factory in Cottage Grove is being directed by Minnesota to limit the amount of PFAS it sends into the Mississippi River.

Minnesota wants to limit chemicals 3M releases into Mississippi River

by Ainsley Brown
Published September 18, 2024
The new facility will be near the University of Minnesota and is set to start construction by Spring 2025.

Huntington Bank Stadium’s newest neighbor — a biochar facility

by Ainsley Brown
Published September 13, 2024
The Minneapolis Fire Department granted $2,500 to purchase over 20 glucometers.

Minneapolis approves purchase of glucometers for fire department

by Ainsley Brown
Published August 3, 2024
The city, with its partner Tree Trust, provides and plants the trees for free.

Minneapolis city trees program offers free trees to green zone residents

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 31, 2024
Early voting began on June 28.

Key issues impacting the state primary this August

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 30, 2024
Traffic calming measures include speed humps, traffic circles, curb extensions and mid-block median islands.

Traffic calming program aims to slow cars down, but are behind on requests

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 23, 2024
There is no specific date for when the beaches will reopen.

Six Minneapolis beaches close due to high levels of bacteria

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 20, 2024
An additional four people were charged on July 10 on top of the 30 people arrested on July 4.

Firework crimes rock Dinkytown on July 4

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 16, 2024
Cannabis was legalized in August 2023, with recreational cannabis sales set to start in 2025.

Cannabis has been legal in Minnesota for almost a year. What now?

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 14, 2024
People cause 90% of Minnesota wildfires, according to the Minnesota DNR.

How communities can protect themselves from intense wildfires

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 10, 2024
The city council is set to vote on the contract on July 18.

Residents voice mixed opinions on proposed MPD contract

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 10, 2024
The University is the largest employer in Falcon Heights.

The University and State Fair’s secret neighbor —– Falcon Heights

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 8, 2024
The parade started on SE Main Street and made its way through the northeast neighborhood.

Dogs show off their best costumes at the 2024 Northeast Dog Parade

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 2, 2024
The Minneapolis City Council will vote on the contract on June 27.

New MPD contract would give officers pay raise

by Alexandra DeYoe and Ainsley Brown
Published June 21, 2024
Minneapolis farmers markets offer everything from fresh produce to baked goods to yoga classes.

Minneapolis farmers markets aim to make fresh food more available

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 17, 2024
With the Vision Zero Action Plan, Minneapolis hopes to lower pedestrian deaths to zero in ten years.

‘20 is plenty’ signs raise awareness for pedestrian safety

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 13, 2024
Open house at the American Indian Center in Minnehaha on June 10, 2024.

Open house shows the potential future for Third Precinct building

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 11, 2024
This map from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture shows where Emerald Ash Borer has infested Ash trees across the state.

Minneapolis expanding tree diversity to fight invasive insects

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 9, 2024
Three Pride events during Pride Month

Three Pride events during Pride Month

by Ainsley Brown and Ethan Lambert
Published June 9, 2024
Ferguson Hall on West Bank, June 15, 2023.

UMN School of Music looks to expand diversity in curriculum

by Ainsley Brown
Published August 29, 2023
Crop research fields on the St. Paul Campus, July 26, 2023.

CFANS researchers aim for successful harvest, despite drought conditions

by Ainsley Brown
Published August 2, 2023
UMN considers making more buildings U Card access only

UMN considers making more buildings U Card access only

by Ainsley Brown
Published August 2, 2023
The University of Minnesota campus gates on East Bank, Nov. 12, 2022.

LGBTQ+ resources and support available to UMN students beyond Pride Month

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 18, 2023
Jamie Prenkert, the new Dean of Carlson School of Management, on June 12, 2023. Prenkert officially took over the role on July 3.

Q&A with new dean of Carlson School of Management

by Ainsley Brown
Published July 18, 2023
The funding came from a variety of sources, including the University's MPact 2025.

Newly funded sustainability projects strive to emphasize community collaboration

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 25, 2023
A Hennepin County judge ruled on the case in May.

Judges rules for UMN; finds “troubled track record” on gender discrimination in SoM

by Ainsley Brown
Published June 18, 2023
The April report lays out specific ways the regents can work with the Native American community, yet they have been draggin their heels.

UMN initiatives could improve relationships with Indigenous groups

by Ainsley Brown
Published May 3, 2023
There are three light rail stations that run through the University's campus.

UMN students respond to light rail safety

by Ainsley Brown
Published May 3, 2023
Graduate student workers launched a card signing campaign on Feb. 20. Photo courtesy of GLU-UE.

UMN graduate students vote to unionize

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 28, 2023
There are a dozen libraries spread throughout the University's three campuses.

UMN’s “smaller” libraries have lots to offer

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 28, 2023
UMN students see potential for SAFE-U alerts improvements

UMN students see potential for SAFE-U alerts improvements

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 24, 2023
The Co-op's leadership said they have been repairing the property since February and still plan to re-open in the fall.

Student Co-op 2023 reopening, Met Council installs flammable substance meters

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 10, 2023
Fairview Riverside Medical Center on February 16, 2023.

Fairview, Sanford Health delay merger, again

by Ainsley Brown
Published April 3, 2023
The University did not find "elevated levels of airborne asbestos," but a couple of areas remain closed due to water damage.

Parts of Biological Sciences Center closed due to water damage

by Ainsley Brown
Published March 27, 2023
The Theater of the Relatively Talentless (TORT) is a theater group made up of University of Minnesota Law School students. Photo courtesy of TORT.

UMN Law School’s theater group to perform ‘TORTanic’ musical

by Ainsley Brown
Published March 22, 2023
Graduate student workers launched a card signing campaign on Feb. 20. Photo courtesy of GLU-UE.

UMN grad union files union cards, ready for election

by Ainsley Brown and Maya Marchel Hoff
Published March 17, 2023
Fairview Riverside Medical Center on February 16, 2023.

UMN medical students speak out against Sanford-Fairview merger

by Ainsley Brown
Published March 7, 2023
The University has a paratransit service to help students navigate between campuses.

UMN students discuss concerns about winter accessibility

by Ainsley Brown
Published March 7, 2023
UMN community speaks on benefits, drawbacks of breaks from class

UMN community speaks on benefits, drawbacks of breaks from class

by Ainsley Brown
Published March 7, 2023
The funding came from a variety of sources, including the University's MPact 2025.

UMN Office of Sustainability works to fight climate change

by Ainsley Brown
Published March 6, 2023
The Fresh Thyme located on University Avenue is one of the grocery locations students can order from through Shipt.

UMN’s new deal with Shipt signifies improvements for some, issues for others

by Ainsley Brown
Published February 20, 2023
Dr. Kylee Funk teaches The Diabetes Experience.Photo courtesy of Funk and taken by Gerald Vincent on March 30, 2015.

New honors seminar dives into complex topic of diabetes

by Ainsley Brown
Published February 15, 2023
The deadline for current University students to apply to transfer into the new major program next fall is Feb. 15.

UMN School of Public Health announces undergrad public health major

by Ainsley Brown
Published January 30, 2023
Ralph Rapson Hall, home to the University of Minnesota’s architecture program, seen located on Church Street Southeast on Wednesday, July 15, 2020. 

BS vs. BA: Which should you choose when both are offered?

by Ainsley Brown
Published December 14, 2022
What rising COVID-19, flu and RSV infections mean for students this winter

What rising COVID-19, flu and RSV infections mean for students this winter

by Ainsley Brown
Published December 12, 2022
Rapson Hall, home of the College of Design, on the University's Minneapolis campus on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2020. 

CDES students frustrated with high software, material costs

by Ainsley Brown
Published November 17, 2022
UMN workshop brings inclusivity, positivity to sex ed

UMN workshop brings inclusivity, positivity to sex ed

by Ainsley Brown
Published November 10, 2022
Nick Juarez talked about the emergency blue light kiosks on campus during the safety walk. About 35 people attended the walk.

UMN, others advocate safety improvements in Dinky

by Ainsley Brown
Published October 30, 2022
A billboard funded by the Campus Safety Coalition thanks UMPD and MPD. Photo courtesy of the Campus Safety Coalition.

UMN parents hope to combat officer shortages, show support for police

by Ainsley Brown and Amelia Roessler
Published October 18, 2022
Speakers touched on abortion, student loan debt and climate change.

Bernie Sanders and other politicians rally for Keith Ellison on campus

by Ainsley Brown and Amelia Roessler
Published October 11, 2022
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