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Lawmakers seek to reduce COVID-19 spread at the polls ahead of November voting

Lawmakers seek to reduce COVID-19 spread at the polls ahead of November voting

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published May 7, 2020
The Cedar-Riverside neighborhood as seen on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018.

Candidates declare bids for Minneapolis City Council special election

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published May 3, 2020
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel fields questions from the Minnesota Daily in her office on Tuesday, Feb. 25.

Addressing lawmakers, Gabel talks financial losses of up to $324 million

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 28, 2020
Illustration by Hailee Schievelbein. 

Rep. Craig, Sen. Smith introduce bill to include students in COVID-19 relief package

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 20, 2020
The Minnesota State Capitol as seen on May 13, 2013.

UMN seeks $20 million from state to ramp up COVID-19 testing

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 17, 2020
Volunteers Amber Chang, left, and Merri Bonde, right, prepare the Nutritious U Food Pantry to open in Coffman Union on Tuesday, Oct. 29.

Food shelves strained by COVID-19 receive state funding boost

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 14, 2020
Illustration by Hailee Schievelbein

State lawmakers, officials aim to safeguard financial aid for students

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 10, 2020
Newly-elected Governor of Minnesota Tim Walz addresses the crowd at the Intercontinental Saint Paul Riverfront Hotel in Saint Paul on Tuesday, Nov. 6.

Gov. Tim Walz extends ‘stay-at-home’ executive order

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 8, 2020
The Minnesota State Capitol as seen on May 13, 2013.

Lawmakers aim to proceed with long-awaited insulin bill despite focus on coronavirus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 4, 2020
Halal Mini Market, one local business that is limiting the number of customers that come into the store at a time, is seen on West Bank on Monday, March 31.

Attorney general tackles ‘pandemic profiteering’

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 2, 2020
Minneapolis City Council Member Abdi Warsame addresses the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Warsame was selected as the next executive director and CEO for the MPHA.

City Council approves Abdi Warsame as head of Minneapolis Public Housing Authority

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 27, 2020
The Minnesota State Capitol as seen on May 13, 2013.

Lawmakers prioritize “essential” legislation, focus efforts on coronavirus relief and bonding

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 26, 2020
A man walks his dog along a quiet Washington Avenue bridge on Saturday, March 21.

Gov. Walz issues ‘stay-at-home’ executive order

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 25, 2020
Rep. Ilhan Omar addresses an audience in Cowles Auditorium on Tuesday, Feb. 18. The event centered around her “Pathway to Peace,” a package of seven bills which aim to reorient U.S. foreign policy.

Omar introduces economic assistance package for COVID-19 relief

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 19, 2020
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel addresses the Minnesota Senate on the University's plans to contend with COVID-19, otherwise known as the Coronavirus, at the State Capitol on Tuesday, March 10.

Gabel addresses lawmakers on U’s plans for coronavirus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 10, 2020
The Minnesota State Capitol as seen on May 13, 2013.

UMN misallocated millions in grants, according to state report

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 5, 2020
The light rail as seen on Thursday, June 20 2019 in Minneapolis.

MSA continues push to expand free light rail stops

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 26, 2020
University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel testifies before the Senate Higher Education Policy and Finance Committee as the University requests $317.2 million on Monday, Feb. 18.

Gabel presents UMN capital request to state lawmakers

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 24, 2020
Minnesota Daily File Photo

Student govt. pushes medical amnesty bill for third consecutive session

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 16, 2020
The Cedar-Riverside neighborhood as seen on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018.

Following Cedar-Riverside fire, state lawmakers introduce high-rise sprinkler bill

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 9, 2020
Dawn breaks over the Minnesota State Capitol Building on Wednesday, Jan. 15, 2020. (Kamaan Richards / Minnesota Daily)

Alumni and supporters form group to advocate for U ahead of legislative session

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 6, 2020
Minneapolis City Council Member Abdi Warsame addresses the Minneapolis Public Housing Authority on Wednesday, Jan. 29. Warsame was selected as the next executive director and CEO for the MPHA.

Abdi Warsame chosen as executive director of Minneapolis Public Housing Authority

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 30, 2020
Senior Megan Olson poses for a portrait at the Minnesota Daily office on Thursday, Jan. 23.  If her campaign for Minnesota House Seat 57A is successful, Olson hopes to use her position to give back to the Apple Valley schools to which she credits her academic success.

UMN senior Megan Olson to run as Republican for state House seat

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 29, 2020
Crowds gather on the lawn in front of the Minnesota State Capitol Building on Friday, Sept. 20, 2019. The Global Climate Strike is a national movement led by youth organizers in protest of current environmental policies.

The University of Minnesota should do more for the climate, student group says

by Mohamed Ibrahim and Jasmine Snow
Published January 27, 2020
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar chats with attendees at Ilhan Omar 2020 Reelection Kickoff: “Send Her Back to Congress” at Aria in Minneapolis on Thursday, Jan. 23. (Nur B. Adam / Minnesota Daily)

U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar launches 2020 re-election campaign

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 24, 2020
Dawn breaks over the Minnesota State Capitol Building on Wednesday, Jan. 15. (Kamaan Richards / Minnesota Daily)

Vying for state funds, UMN gets $224.2 million recommendation from Walz

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 19, 2020
Sonia Neculescu strategizes with a small group of volunteers before a door-knocking session in Northeast Minneapolis on Thursday, Jan. 16. Neculescu is on the ballot for Minnesota House District 60A. 

UMN graduate Sonia Neculescu to compete in special election for MN House seat

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 18, 2020
Students from the University of Minnesota campuses including the Twin Cities, Crookston and Morris gather on the steps for a rally at the Minnesota State Capitol on Wednesday, April 3 as a part of Support the U Day.

UMN legislative preview: bonding, reform and renters’ rights

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published December 12, 2019
The Cedar-Riverside neighborhood as seen on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018.

UMN hosts discussion on mayor’s proposed ‘cultural districts’

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published December 9, 2019
Hailee Schievelbein

Mayor’s budget amended to address MPD staffing challenges

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published December 9, 2019
A new tax placed upon single-use plastic bags by the city council will charge customer 5 cents for each bag a customer takes. The tax goes, which was approved in late November, will go into effect in January.

Plastic bag fee unanimously passes Minneapolis City Council

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published December 5, 2019
Morgan La Casse

Didn’t get a UMN safety notification? Here’s why.

by Madeline Deninger and Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 25, 2019
Mohamed Salad, a student at Augsburg University who sits on the board of the Neighborhood Revitalization Program, hosts a listening session regarding the city’s Africa Village public marketplace on Thursday, Nov. 21.

Cedar-Riverside community members call for greater representation in public market development

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 25, 2019
Robbery reported near campus for second consecutive day

Robbery reported near campus for second consecutive day

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 21, 2019
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

City policy could help displaced renters find new homes

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 13, 2019

MPLS policy could help displaced renters find new homes

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 13, 2019
The inside of Minneapolis City Hall as seen on Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019.

City looks to amend code, widen housing options

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 7, 2019
Sarah Mai

Park Board budget emphasizes youth investment in Cedar Riverside

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 4, 2019
Sarah Mai

Stonewall riots at center of city, UMN collaboration

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published October 31, 2019
Morrill Hall as seen on Saturday, Oct. 12.

University, state officials weigh HEAPR-heavy capital request

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published October 24, 2019
Morgan La Casse

Local officials introduce policy banning conversion therapy

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published October 20, 2019
Minneapolis City Councilman Abdi Warsame sits for an interview at his office in City Hall on Thursday, Oct. 17. The first Somali-American elected to the council, Warsame has headed multiple initiatives aimed at addressing issues of jobs, housing, safety and community development.

Abdi Warsame’s stature in Cedar-Riverside and beyond

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published October 20, 2019
Sarah Mai

Following a federal decision, lawmakers weigh possible MN net neutrality law

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published October 13, 2019
Director of Black Visions Collective Kandace Montgomery delivers a prepared speech to those gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol Building on Friday, Sept. 20, 2019. One of several speakers at the Global Climate Strike, Montgomery advocated for improved environmental legislation and acknowledged the risks climate change poses to marginalized communities. (Kamaan Richards / Minnesota Daily)

House DFL lawmakers form Climate Action Caucus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published October 10, 2019
Students from the University of Minnesota campuses including the Twin Cities, Crookston and Morris gather on the steps for a rally at the Minnesota State Capitol on Wednesday, April 3 as a part of Support the U Day.

Officials investigate, discuss Rep. Jamie Long’s former UMN employment

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 29, 2019
Fans watch B.o.B. perform during the homecoming concert on Oct. 12, 2012 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Megan Thee Stallion cancels UMN homecoming performance

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 26, 2019
Hailee Schievelbein

City publishes first draft of freelance workers protections policy

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 22, 2019
Hailee Schievelbein

How could the Minneapolis 2040 Plan affect UMN neighborhoods?

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 19, 2019
Students from the University of Minnesota campuses including the Twin Cities, Crookston and Morris gather on the steps for a rally at the Minnesota State Capitol on Wednesday, April 3 as a part of Support the U Day.

UMN introduces $317.2 million state infrastructure funding ask

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 15, 2019
Illustrated by Abby Adamski

MSA, city looking to include students in affordable housing policy

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 12, 2019
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

Debate over renters’ rights in MPLS continues as ordinances head to a vote

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 11, 2019
A University of Minnesota Police car is parked outside of the Graduate Hotel on East Bank on Thursday, June 21.

Mayor’s budget allocates funding for more neighborhood beat officers

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 5, 2019
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey spoke to students at an Minnesota Student Association forum in Blegen Hall on Tuesday, Feb. 26, 2019.

Cedar-Riverside among designated ‘cultural districts’ in mayor’s budget

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published September 4, 2019

Woman sexually assaulted in Marcy-Holmes

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published August 7, 2019
City takes next steps in executing mayor's opioid task force recommendations

City takes next steps in executing mayor’s opioid task force recommendations

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 31, 2019
A University of Minnesota Police car is parked outside of the Graduate Hotel on East Bank on Thursday, June 21.

UMN campus, Minneapolis police take different approaches to staffing challenges

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 24, 2019
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

UMN Campus Crime Update: Assaults in Marcy-Holmes continue to climb

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 24, 2019

Somali mothers continue work with Cedar-Riverside youth as local influence grows

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 17, 2019
Graphic by Mohamed Ibrahim.

Hands-Free bill to go into effect as distracted driving citations rise

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 10, 2019
Illustrated by Morgan La Casse

UMN Campus Crime Update: Auto thefts in Cedar-Riverside continue to rise

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 9, 2019

City and business owners team up to upgrade lighting in Cedar-Riverside

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 4, 2019
The light rail as seen on Monday, June 24 at the West Bank station in Minneapolis.

Perceived light rail crime rates in UMN area don’t reflect reality, officials say

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published July 3, 2019
Campus Crime Update: Assaults in Marcy-Holmes jump in June

Campus Crime Update: Assaults in Marcy-Holmes jump in June

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published June 25, 2019

As debate around “warrior” training continues, UMPD continues to use alternative tactics

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published June 12, 2019
A Minneapolis Police officer patrols Dinkytown on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

As summer begins, burglaries rise on UMN campus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published June 11, 2019
The lone finalist in the race for University of Minnesota president, Joan Gabel, smiles as the Board of Regents extend praise to her qualifications for the job before a vote on Tuesday, Dec. 18 at McNamara Alumni Center.

Gabel announces next steps in provost search

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published June 10, 2019
The Cedar-Riverside neighborhood as seen on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018.

Recent crime and building security spark concern in Cedar-Riverside

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published May 2, 2019
A Minneapolis Police officer patrols Dinkytown on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

Crime rates expected to rise with temperatures, authorities say

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 23, 2019
Aaron H. Doering

UMN professor pleads guilty to assault

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 19, 2019
Cedar Riverside Opportunity Center Manager Saeed Bihi poses for a portrait at the center on Tuesday, March 9. Bihi is working to increase activities and programs for youth in the neighborhood in an effort to keep them off the streets.

In light of recent violence, Cedar-Riverside community weighs public safety solutions

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 11, 2019
The Cedar-Riverside neighborhood as seen on Wednesday, Oct. 3, 2018.

West Bank business owners institute block safety program

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published April 1, 2019
A Minneapolis Police officer patrols Dinkytown on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

Local police departments brace for Final Four

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 26, 2019
A Minneapolis Police officer patrols Dinkytown on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

Man stabbed in Marcy-Holmes neighborhood

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 18, 2019
Illustrated by Abby Adamski

UMPD partners with nonprofit to address rise in homelessness on campus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 14, 2019
A group plays a game of pick-up basketball at Holmes Park located in the Marcy-Holmes neighborhood of Minneapolis. The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board has money designated for renovations that are set to start in 2018.

Crime around the University dropped with temperatures in January, report says

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published March 4, 2019
Democratic Candidate Mohamud Noor at his election party on Tuesday, Nov. 6 at Mixed Blood Theater on West Bank. He was elected to represent the Minnesota House of Representatives District 60B.

Anti-cash bail bill aims to help low-income offenders

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 27, 2019
The Gophers won 38-31 with a late touchdown by wide receiver Rashod Bateman on Friday, Oct. 26, 2018 at TCF Bank Stadium.

Gopher football players’ lawsuit heard in District Court

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 24, 2019

Person shot next to Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s home

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 19, 2019
A camera on the side of a building on Marquette Avenue in downtown Minneapolis on Friday, Feb. 14. The Minneapolis police department is considering using 20 cameras installed downtown by Verizon for the Super Bowl last year. MPD already uses cameras for public safety to help with incidents like vehicle accidents and pursuits, shootings and suicide attempts according to a presentation from the Public Safety Committee.

MPD considers purchasing Super Bowl LII surveillance cameras

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 18, 2019
Gloria Rieken, a University of Minnesota freshman when she went missing, has been DNA matched to the remains of a woman found in Mille Lacs County in November 1970.

Remains of missing UMN student identified by DNA evidence after 49 years

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 14, 2019
Aaron H. Doering

UMN professor accused of domestic assault makes court appearance

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 13, 2019
A Minneapolis Police officer patrols Dinkytown on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

UMN student sexually assaulted near campus

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 8, 2019
Two children walk past police cars parked outside Riverside Plaza on Monday, March 19.

Cedar-Riverside to welcome two new Somali-American beat cops

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published February 7, 2019
Body cameras sit in a charging cradle.

UMN omits bodycams from budget request

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 28, 2019

UMN sees uptick in burglaries, police say

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 25, 2019
A Minneapolis Police officer patrols Dinkytown on Tuesday, Nov. 13, 2018.

DWI arrests spike statewide over holiday season

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published January 21, 2019

“Silent seizures” may be connected to Alzheimer’s disease

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published December 13, 2018
Steven Fredericks (center), a post-doctoral associate in Professor Chris Hogan’s lab, manages most of the wind tunnel activities.

Recently donated wind tunnel to advance agriculture research at UMN

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published December 6, 2018

School of Public Health awarded $4 million for training program to improve patient care research

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 29, 2018

$13 million robotics labs open after renovations

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 20, 2018

Immigration can change gut bacteria, recent UMN study finds

by Mohamed Ibrahim
Published November 17, 2018
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