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Serving the UMN community since 1900

The Minnesota Daily

Katrina Bailey

Katrina Bailey, City Desk Reporter

Katrina Bailey is a third-year student majoring in journalism. She works as a city desk reporter at the Daily. In her free time, she is reading, traveling, attending concerts and watching heavy metal live concert videos on the internet.

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Community garden in Marcy Holmes on November 18, 2024

Minneapolis parks now have 11 community gardens

by Katrina Bailey
Published November 18, 2024
The emergency department has a 24/7 pharmacy vending machine that gives out medication to treat opioid use disorder. Courtesy of Topher McMenemy.

M Health Fairview, Minneapolis’ Health Department partnership helps addiction care

by Katrina Bailey
Published November 11, 2024
If successful, the Timberwolves and Lynx crew would become the second in-house sports group to unionize after the Minnesota United. Courtesy of Gabe Northrop.

Minnesota Timberwolves, Lynx AV crew file for union recognition

by Katrina Bailey and Eitan Schoenberg
Published November 11, 2024
This unit is the first of its kind in Minneapolis. Courtesy of Scott Wasserman.

Minneapolis deploys first Mobile Medical Unit

by Katrina Bailey
Published November 6, 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
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
Minneapolis has a leash law for dogs, which requires all dogs in public must be leashed, to help prevent bites.

Dog and cat bites up 30% in Minneapolis in 2024

by Katrina Bailey
Published November 5, 2024
The Lead and Healthy Homes team offers free lead testing for children in Minneapolis communities in the Leadie Eddie van (seen above). Courtesy of Jason Chavez.

City seeking end to childhood lead poisoning

by Katrina Bailey
Published November 3, 2024
Jacob Frey is the 48th mayor of Minneapolis. Courtesy of Parker Johnson.

Mayor Frey says he will run for reelection

by Katrina Bailey
Published November 3, 2024
The rule has been in effect since 1983.

Minnesota’s Cold Weather Rule goes into effect

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 30, 2024
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
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
Students have the ability to vote early on Oct. 22 at Weisman Art Museum.

More than the presidency up for grabs in November

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 21, 2024
The Minnesota DFL party has represented Minneapolis for a long time at the city, state and federal level despite Republican challengers.

Minneapolis Republicans seek to establish themselves

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 20, 2024
Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow celebrates history and culture

Indigenous Peoples Day Powwow celebrates history and culture

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 15, 2024

Minneapolis celebrates its first Latino Business Week

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 14, 2024
The restaurant is open Tuesday to Thursday from 5-10 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5-11 p.m. and closed on Sunday and Monday.

Hmong-based Vinai restaurant serves as “love letter” to parents and history

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 13, 2024
Canopy Roots created it in 2021 Courtesy photo by Canopy Roots.

City’s Behavior Crisis Response team aims to de-escalate mental health crises

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 10, 2024
Fishing in Minnesota requires a license.

Minneapolis ranked second best city fishing city in Minnesota

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 4, 2024
The University of Minnesota campus provides accessibility through ramps into buildings.

Twin Cities ranked top five best city for people with disabilities

by Katrina Bailey
Published October 3, 2024
The words “May Peace Prevail On Earth” are painted on the side of the building in six different languages.

Como’s ‘May Peace Prevail on Earth’ building stands tall

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 30, 2024
The next Poet Laureate will serve for a two-year term.

Minneapolis Poet Laureate application open

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 27, 2024
David Frank, Robin Wonsley, Britt Howell, Teila Zoller and Nicholas Torborg sit in front of Prospect Park community members.

Prospect Park crime and Witch’s Hat Tower updates

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 25, 2024
The Tuttle Elementary School opened in 1911 and closed in 2007.

Como-based Tuttle School could soon be transformed into new apartments

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 23, 2024
NMDP’s headquarters is located in downtown Minneapolis.

Stem cell organization encouraging donations on World Donor Day

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 19, 2024
Scammers are contacting people through websites and lost pet posters.

Officials warn of scammers targeting people with lost pets

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 16, 2024
Opened on Sept. 6, the line for the restaurant ran out the door.

Kinzō Udon now open in Stadium Village

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 14, 2024
Finding a work-life balance is a personal journey.

Twin Cities ranked best in U.S. for work-life balance

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 11, 2024
The Kitty Cat Klub was located below Annie's Parlor in Dinkytown. Courtesy of Chris Lautenschlager

A look back at the Kitty Cat Klub

by Katrina Bailey
Published September 9, 2024
Minnehaha Park and Falls has graffiti behind the fall, deteriorated walls and stairs, and a lack of accessibility to the falls.

Minnehaha Falls viewing areas under construction

by Katrina Bailey
Published August 2, 2024
Proposed parking changes coming to areas near UMN in fall 2024

Proposed parking changes coming to areas near UMN in fall 2024

by Katrina Bailey
Published August 2, 2024
Minneapolis City Hall on March 26, 2023.

New work group focuses on African American historic preservation

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 30, 2024
West Broadway Business and Area Coalition Crystal Porter and Lutungi from Lutungi’s Palate speaking at the Black Business Kickoff Event on Monday.

Black Business Week highlights local Black entrepreneurship

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 25, 2024
Dinkytown continues to be an important neighborhood both for the University of Minnesota and Minneapolis.

Local residents continue effort to retain Dinkytown’s culture

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 25, 2024
With the recent updates to the TAP program, individuals seeking to get a TAP card can bring proof of qualification like pay stubs and tax returns to the Minneapolis Public Service Center on 250 4th St.

Transit Assistant Program offers reduced fares for low-income residents

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 23, 2024
The land is split into three parts and will undergo a full land restoration.

Land near St. Anthony Falls to be reclaimed by Dakota Community

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 19, 2024
Kids paint the Plaza Shed in Cedar-Riverside. (2023)

New initiative to fund arts and culture, promote local communities

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 19, 2024
The Marcy-Holmes Neighborhood Association’s Leave a Light On program has been around since 2019 and provides funds to purchase and install outdoor lighting.

Program promotes safety through street lights

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 16, 2024
Bicycles are one of the most convenient and efficient ways to get around a college campus.

Twin Cities ranked in top ten best cities to bike

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 16, 2024
The college allows any tribe member to attend here.

Red Lake Nation College opens first Minneapolis tribal college

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 7, 2024
The fee will not come out of taxpayers’ pockets and hold businesses accountable.

Proposed fee would charge businesses for their carbon emissions

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 4, 2024
The Metro F Line will provide new transit to the cities.

Metro F Line construction pushed to 2028

by Katrina Bailey
Published July 2, 2024
The band Heavy for the Hawks playing in Bryant Square Park on June 27.

Music and Movies in the Park continues through summer

by Katrina Bailey
Published June 29, 2024
The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development oversees this program to ensure it goes smoothly.

$86 million in grant money for small businesses is up for grabs

by Katrina Bailey
Published June 26, 2024
Books offering a certain message or opinion can no longer be removed or banned in libraries.

State law prohibiting book bans effective August 1

by Katrina Bailey
Published June 23, 2024
Empty handicap parking on a rainy June day in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis seeking community input to improve accessibility

by Katrina Bailey
Published June 21, 2024
“Kumbayah the Juneteenth Story,” written by Rose McGee, takes place on Friday, June 21 at Northrop Auditorium.

Juneteenth events to celebrate across Minneapolis

by Katrina Bailey
Published June 18, 2024
Twin Cities Pride Festival is Minnesota’s second largest festival and its biggest free Pride festival.

Twin Cities Pride Festival to return in June

by Katrina Bailey
Published April 29, 2024
Volunteers join Southeast Como’s annual neighborhood cleanup by picking up trash in Van Cleve Park on Sunday.

Minneapolis, UMN celebrate Earth Day year-round

by Grace Aigner and Katrina Bailey
Published April 24, 2024
The Arthur and Edith Lee House, the Lena O. Smith House and the Hiawatha Golf Course are currently the only Minneapolis localities dedicated to African American history.

Three historical African American locations named to Minneapolis National Registry

by Katrina Bailey
Published April 16, 2024
Metro Transit will revert back to a three-car system for special events like Twin Cities Pride, concerts and sporting events.

Light rail switching from three-car to two-car system for weekends

by Katrina Bailey
Published April 14, 2024
Change the Outcome spoke at Hasting High School on March 28 to educate youth about addiction.

Opioid settlement funding to help teach and fight against addiction

by Katrina Bailey
Published April 4, 2024
Minnesota job applications will now come with the job’s starting salary as a new bill would require all businesses with 30 or more employees to include salary in job applications.

New bill proposed in legislature requires job applications to post salary

by Katrina Bailey
Published April 2, 2024
By encouraging political discussions between parties, Braver Angels hopes people will listen to and be heard by the other side.

Campaign to ease political tensions kicks off

by Katrina Bailey
Published March 25, 2024
The Climate Legacy Initiative is the city’s latest effort to make the city more environmentally friendly and ultimately carbon neutral.

Climate Legacy Initiative to fund city’s transition to carbon neutrality

by Katrina Bailey
Published March 18, 2024
The Second Gentleman Douglas Emhoff discussed the impact of the grant money as Biden’s reelection campaign continues.

Second Gentleman praises president’s infrastructure investments at MSP airport

by Katrina Bailey
Published March 1, 2024
If approved, the Blue Line would extend into North Minneapolis, Brooklyn Park, Crystal and Robbinsdale.

Blue Line light rail could see expansion into North Minneapolis and beyond

by Katrina Bailey and Chloe Bechard
Published February 29, 2024
Car thefts, assaults and robberies are increasing after seeing declines in previous school years.

University area sees increase in robberies, assaults, car thefts

by Katrina Bailey and Chloe Bechard
Published February 29, 2024
Metro Green Line Train tracks have broken due to cold weather and will take time to fix.

Metro Green Line delays continue to affect students and faculty

by Katrina Bailey
Published February 26, 2024
The Marcy-Holmes/University Project and the University Neighborhood Partnership are working at the same time.

Marcy-Holmes tests out merging University housing into neighborhood association

by Katrina Bailey
Published February 19, 2024
Visitors at the City of Minneapolis Public Service building on February 14, 2024.

Black History Month in Minneapolis: Where it began

by Katrina Bailey
Published February 15, 2024
Mowlid Hassan (left) and Abdimalik Shuriye (right) pose at the Somali Student Association spring kickoff event on Jan. 29.

East African students process tensions in East Africa

by Katrina Bailey and Alexandra DeYoe
Published February 7, 2024
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