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(Photo illustration) University President Eric Kaler speaks at Carlson School of Managements monthly 1st Tuesday speaker series on Tuesday, May 1 at McNamara Alumni Center. Kaler spoke about his vision for the University, whats working and what could be improved, leaving time for audience questions after his speech.

Eric Kaler looks to stamp presidential legacy in term’s final stretch

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 3, 2018
The University of Minnesota president has two years left on his contract to accomplish major priorities.
The Gamma Phi Beta sorority house as seen on March 8, 2018.

UMN chapter of Gamma Phi Beta was sanctioned after February party

by Ryan Faircloth and Rilyn Eischens
Published April 26, 2018
The sorority's international headquarters banned pre-parties and placed the chapter on supervisory status, a University administrator said.
The Marshall apartment complex in Dinkytown as seen on April 4, 2018. Mitchell Hoenig, 20, was taken from The Marshall to Hennepin County Medical Center on Feb. 23 and later died on Feb. 25.

UMN fraternity member’s death caused by alcohol poisoning

by Ryan Faircloth, Mike Hendrickson, and Rilyn Eischens
Published April 5, 2018
Mitchell Hoenig, 20, was hospitalized on Feb. 23 and died on Feb. 25.
Professor Richard Painter answers questions in an interview at Mondale hall on West Bank on Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2017.

UMN law professor Richard Painter considering U.S. Senate bid

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 7, 2018
Painter used to work as a White House ethics lawyer from 2005 to 2007.
A man sits on the ledge of the sixth-floor window at 1:15 p.m. after two loud explosions were heard at 1:09 p.m. Police say the suspect is in the room and believe he is the only person in the room.

Suspect in Graduate Hotel standoff is in custody, police say

by Ryan Faircloth and Nick Wicker
Published January 30, 2018
The suspect was apprehended after a nearly 38-hour standoff.

House District 60B-elect Ilhan Omar speaks at her election party on Tuesday, Nov. 8, 2016 at the Courtyard Marriott on West Bank in Minneapolis

State Rep. Ilhan Omar appears on cover of Time magazine

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 7, 2017
Omar, the first Somali-American female lawmaker in the U.S., represents Minnesota's House District 60B, which covers the University of Minnesota.
University President Eric Kaler presents during a meeting  on  March 12, 2013, at the Minnesota state Capitol.

Legislature’s final funding bill for UMN less than original Senate and House proposals

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 2, 2017
The final proposal would provide less than 13 percent of the University’s requested $147.2 million budget increase.
President Eric Kaler fields questions from the Minnesota Daily in his office in Morrill Hall on Friday, April 28, 2017.

UMN President Eric Kaler talks tuition increase, Donald Trump’s budget

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 1, 2017
The Minnesota Daily sat down with University President Eric Kaler on Friday.
Kai Saito, a junior from Colorado, attends a meeting for the Minnesota International Student Association on Tuesday, April 25, 2017 at Coffman Memorial Union.

With possible tuition hikes, some UMN nonresident students voice concern

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 27, 2017
As tuition for nonresident, non-reciprocity students continues to rise, University officials say demand is holding hold firm.
The Minnesota House and Senate meet in a joint session to vote for new members of the Universitys Board of Regents on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017 at the State Capitol.

Optional student service fee proposal may violate UMN autonomy, experts say

by Ryan Faircloth and David Clarey
Published April 27, 2017
University administrators and student government leaders alike voiced concerns over potential changes to student service fee model.
Associate Vice President for Budget and Finance Julie Tonneson, Dean of Undergraduate Education Robert McMaster, University of Minnesota Rochester Chancellor Stephen Lehmkuhle, and Faculty Consultative Committee Chair Colin Campbell address the Conference Committee on Higher Education at the Capitol on Tuesday, April 25, 2017.

UMN officials voice concern over proposed higher education funding cuts

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 27, 2017
University and state officials testified at a higher education conference committee meeting Tuesday.
Brian Burnett, Julie Tonneson and University President Eric Kaler present to the House of Representitives higher education committee about the Universitys impact on Minnesota at the State Office Building on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017.

How much money does the state provide UMN? Less after each economic recession, data shows.

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 26, 2017
State higher education funding continues to lag since the recession — shifting the burden of rising tuition costs to students.
Osman Mohamed Ali stands in front of a traditional nomad somali hut and homestead at the Somali Museum of Minnesota on Friday, April 14, 2017 in Minneapolis.

For Somali Museum, expansion hinges on state funding

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 17, 2017
A bill sponsored by Rep. Ilhan Omar would help the Somali Museum of Minnesota expand programs and exhibits.
Gov. Mark Dayton answers questions during a press conference about Minnesotas budget at the Capitol in St. Paul on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017.

Q&A: Gov. Mark Dayton talks higher education, UMN funding

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 10, 2017
The Minnesota Daily spoke with Gov. Mark Dayton on Wednesday.
Gov. Mark Dayton addresses the states budget for the next biennium and how he plans to use the $1.9 billion surplus at the Capitol on Friday.

In MN House and Senate, bonding bill priorities vary

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 10, 2017
The House has yet to introduce its own bonding bill, while the Senate’s is ready to be voted on.
Governor Mark Dayton answers questions during a press conference about Minnesotas budget at the Capitol in St. Paul on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017.

Higher education funding bills far from UMN’s requested $147.2M

by Ryan Faircloth and Kevin Beckman
Published April 5, 2017
Gov. Mark Dayton said Wednesday that he'd veto the current House and Senate higher education omnibus bills.
Minneapolis City Council voted to deny Doran Companies  demolition of the commercial property building located at 1319 4th Street SE, which houses Mesa Pizza, Dinkytown Tattoo and Camdi Restaurant in Dinkytown.

Proposed Trump budget could hurt funding for Minneapolis

by Ryan Faircloth
Published April 3, 2017
Under President Trump's budget, the City would get less funding for the Minneapolis Police Dept. and affordable housing.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, DFL-Minneapolis, speaks on Friday, Mar. 24 at Mondale Hall on West Bank.

Amid challenges, Rep. Ilhan Omar finds success as first-year lawmaker

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 29, 2017
Rep. Ilhan Omar has balanced responsibilities and challenges in her first-year at the Capitol.
Gov. Mark Dayton answers questions during a press conference about Minnesotas budget at the Capitol in St. Paul on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2017.

UMN could receive $118 million less in state funding than requested

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 27, 2017
While the University is seeking $147.2 million, the House and Senate recommended less than $30 million.
Numerous organizations called on Sviggum to step down from his position on the board.

Newly-elected UMN regents look to strengthen relationship with Legislature

by Ryan Faircloth and Kevin Beckman
Published March 22, 2017
Ken Powell and Steve Sviggum may bring the University more stability and accountability, but some criticisms extend even to them
Changes in University of Minnesota student service fees over the years.

MN lawmakers look to make student service fees optional

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 20, 2017
The measure would fundamentally change how the University handles the funding for student groups and extra-curricular activities.
Sen. Michelle Fischbach, R-Paynsville, chair of the Senates higher education committee, discusses University funding in her office on Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2017.

In budget fight, UMN finds stiff competition with state schools

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 2, 2017
While the University vies for more state funding, it struggles to express why it needs money more than the system with more state schools in MN.
Matt Kramer discusses his new role as Vice President for University and Government Relations at the state Capitol on Wednesday, March 1, 2017.

Lobbyists navigate concerns when pitching UMN budgets to State Legislature

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 2, 2017
The University's government relations team is tasked with building relationships and hurdling controversy, which some say could use improvement.
University President Eric Kaler speaks to a crowd of students during Support the U Day at the Minnesota Capitol on Wednesday, March 1, 2017.

President Kaler announces possible UMN tuition hike at State Capitol

by Ryan Faircloth
Published March 2, 2017
Even if legislators fulfill the school's entire $147.2 million dollar budget request, Kaler says tuition hikes could come regardless.
Governor Dayton gives his State of the State Address at the Capitol on Wednesday.

Minnesota’s expected budget surplus increases to $1.65 billion

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 28, 2017
The forecast is up from the last projection of $1.4 billion.
Employee of tenKsolar, Dwayne Blakely, moves solar panels onto a module light table for testing on Jan. 25, 2016. The University of Minnesota will be installing solar panels in an effort to make progress on a climate action plan.

Bill in Legislature could extinguish state’s solar incentive program

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 27, 2017
A bill passed by the Minnesota House would dismantle the Made in Minnesota solar incentive program.
Pillsbury Hall as seen on Sept. 16, 2015. The building, which is the oldest building on campus, is in need of renovations.

Without state funding Pillsbury Hall could close, UMN officials say

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 20, 2017
Pillsbury Hall is in danger of being shuttered as early as this fall if state lawmakers don't fund a proposed renovation.
Members of the public addressed the Government Operations and Elections Policy committee during a meeting on Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017 at the State Office Building. Advocates for and against the bill were given time to appeal to lawmakers.

Proposed state bill could block Minneapolis’ wage increase, sick leave

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 16, 2017
A bill moving through the Minnesota State Legislature could block Minneapolis’ paid sick leave ordinance and any future minimum wage hike.
Gophers football players sit on the sidelines during a game at TCF Bank Stadium on Oct. 3, 2015.

Gophers football player says P.J. Fleck will hold players accountable

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 16, 2017
A University of Minnesota football player talked to the Minnesota Daily about the team’s boycott, history of sexual assault training and P.J. Fleck.
Somali refugee Hodan Mursal, right, works with members of the Refugee Resettlement Program to complete paperwork to formally settle her into her new home in South Minneapolis on Friday, Feb. 10, 2017.

‘I thought I had lost everything’: Minnesota’s Somali community faces uncertainty with travel ban

by Ryan Faircloth and Raju Chaduvula
Published February 13, 2017
Despite the U.S. Ninth Circuit Court ruling last week, community leaders have been left scrambling to address residents' fears.
Governor Dayton gives his State of the State Address at the Capitol on Wednesday.

UMN Medical School lobbies state legislature for new health facility as rankings lag

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 6, 2017
The University is asking for $69.3 million in state money for a new health sciences building.
Newly appointed Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck meets with the media on Friday, Jan. 6, 2017 at TCF Bank Stadium.

More training for UMN football team necessary to combat sexual assault, admins say

by Ryan Faircloth
Published February 2, 2017
Administrators are considering more training for Gophers football players to teach affirmative consent and sexual assault prevention.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, DFL-Minneapolis, answers questions for the Minnesota Daily in her office on West Bank on Friday, Jan. 27.

Q&A: Rep. Ilhan Omar talks first session, Republican control and President Trump

by Ryan Faircloth
Published January 30, 2017

As the 2017 Minnesota Legislature’s session ramps up, newly elected Rep. Ilhan Omar, DFL-Minneapolis, sat down to talk with the Minnesota Daily.Omar, the University of Minnesota area’s House member,...

Brian Burnett, Julie Tonneson and University President Eric Kaler present to the House of Representitives higher education committee about the Universitys impact on Minnesota at the State Office Building on Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2017.

Some lawmakers say UMN budget request reflects wants, not needs

by Ryan Faircloth
Published January 26, 2017
At a Tuesday House higher education committee meeting some legislators questioned the school’s spending priorities.
Roughly 200 to 300 people at University of Minnesota including students walked out in protest of President Donald Trump on Jan. 20.

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Roughly 200 to 300 people at University of Minnesota including students walked out in protest of President Donald Trump on Jan. 20.

Gov. Mark Dayton addresses the states budget for the next biennium and how he plans to use the $1.9 billion surplus at the Capitol on Friday.

Higher ed, health care and more: Here’s what to look for this legislative session

by Ryan Faircloth
Published January 20, 2017
Legislators will grapple with rising health care premiums and passing a bonding bill during a budget year.
American Relief Agency for the Horn of Africa Program Director Mohamad Sheikomer speaks to a donor at his office in Columbia Heights on Monday, Dec. 12, 2016. ARAHA collects and disperses funds to local offices in Somalia to build hand pump water wells and to distribute food to help citizens during the current drought.

MN’s Somali community raise funds for families affected by East Africa drought

by Ryan Faircloth
Published December 13, 2016
Minneapolis Somali community members and humanitarian relief organizations are working to send money to families in Somalia affected by a severe drought.
Students sign a fake brick wall that was placed in front of the College Republicans at the University of Minnesotas panels on Washington Avenue bridge on Monday, Dec. 12, 2016.

‘Brick’ wall placed in front of College Republican’s bridge mural

by Ryan Faircloth
Published December 13, 2016
The structures were no longer on the bridge as of 7 p.m. Monday.
A concentration of luxury student apartment complexes, including WaHu, Stadium Village Flats, The 700 on Washington and The Station, line the Washington Avenue corridor in Stadium Village.

Despite city investment, affordable housing options still a concern

by Ryan Faircloth
Published December 7, 2016
Many are concerned over the amount of affordable housing units in Minneapolis and the University of Minnesota.
Nuredin Dahir works on lighting LED lights at the Ka Joog mentorship program in the Riverside Mall on Nov. 5, 2016. Ka Joog, a non-profit aimed at helping Somali youth, started the mentorship program in March and collaborates with University mentors to teach kids about STEM fields.

Program provides Somali children access to STEM education

by Ryan Faircloth
Published December 6, 2016
The Minneapolis 4-H program could expand its enrollment if proposed city funding is approved Dec. 9.

Republican-majority Legislature spurs questions about U’s funding future

by Ryan Faircloth
Published December 2, 2016
Some lawmakers question whether the new Republican-majority legislature will prioritize University of Minnesota funding requests.

After election, number of women of color lawmakers increases at Capitol

by Ryan Faircloth
Published December 1, 2016
Despite a slight drop in female lawmakers overall, there are four newly-elected women of color in state governance.

U study identifies key culprits in cropland greenhouse emissions

by Ryan Faircloth
Published November 28, 2016
A University of Minnesota study released last week has pinpointed two large contributors of global cropland greenhouse gas emissions.
Marian Ahmed calms down her 6-year-old son, Anas, as 4-year-old Edna entertains herself, on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2016 at their home in Savage, Minnesota. Ahmed has four children, two boys and two girls. Both of her sons, Anas and Ayub have autism.

Despite stigma, Somali parents find support for children with autism

by Ryan Faircloth
Published November 21, 2016
A lack of resources, combined with confusion about the disorder, has made it hard to treat those with autism in Minnesota's Somali community.

U researchers talk gentrification

by Ryan Faircloth
Published November 19, 2016
University of Minnesota researchers hosted a discussion Friday to talk about preliminary results of their analysis of gentrification in Minneapolis.
Source: Minnesota Department of Health

HIV data could help clinics track lost patients

by Ryan Faircloth
Published November 18, 2016
If given access to state HIV surveillance data, clinics could more efficiently track patients who’ve stopped seeking care.
on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016. Protesters shut down I-94 in response to Donald Trumps election.

Thousands of anti-Trump protesters voice pessimism, call for unity in I-94 protest

by Ryan Faircloth, David Clarey, and Jessie Bekker
Published November 11, 2016
The rally began outside the Humphrey School of Public Affairs early Thursday evening.

U researchers to examine racial disparities in senior care

by Ryan Faircloth and Keaton Schmitt
Published November 3, 2016
The 5-year, $1.8M study will look into local and national issues related to health care for the elderly.
Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges speaks at the groundbreaking event for the Cedar Riverside Opportunity Center on Oct. 29, 2016. The center will work to help community members, many of whom are East African immigrants, find jobs.

Cedar Riverside Opportunity Center set to open this spring

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 31, 2016
City officials and community members attended the groundbreaking of the Cedar-Riverside Opportunity Center on Friday.

University wage study researchers address bias accusations

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 27, 2016
A study looking at the effects of a $15 Minneapolis minimum wage has drawn criticism and accusations of bias.

University broadens clean energy efforts with solar subscription

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 24, 2016
The University could save up to $800,000 over the course of the 25-year contract.
Second year Ph.D. student Nai-Chia Chen and  third year Ph.D. student Hsuan Lin gets their photo taken by sophomore Niti Gupta on Wednesday, Oct. 19, 2016 on West Bank. The Aurora Centers Healthy Relationships social media photo campaign is a partnership with the Minnesota Student Association  for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. (Gupta is a former Minnesota Daily employee.)

New campaigns highlight domestic violence outreach

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 20, 2016
The Aurora Center for Advocacy and Education is promoting domestic violence awareness through events this month.

Third-party candidates seek to unseat incumbents

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 19, 2016
Third-party candidates vie for seats in the Minnesota State Legislature.

Lawmakers’ pay could be determined by voters

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 13, 2016
An amendment on November's ballot could change the state's rules on legislative salaries.
Sen. Kari Dziedzic poses outside TCF Bank Stadium on Monday, Oct. 10, 2016.

Sen. Dziedzic talks University of Minnesota needs, upcoming election

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 11, 2016
Facilities funding, affordable housing and the Somali community are central to the incumbent's platform during the upcoming election.

U study shows optimism for $15 minimum wage in Minneapolis

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 10, 2016
A Minneapolis city committee had mixed reactions to the study, which found minimal negative effects from a higher wage mandate

Diversity lagging in state legislature

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 6, 2016
The state legislature’s diversity is lagging behind the increasing number of minorities in the state.
University of Minnesota alum and Sssdude-Nutz co-owner Bradley Taylor rides his bike to Open Streets Dinkytown to pass out free doughnuts on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016 in Dinkytown. Sssdude-Nutz has just celebrated its one year anniversary and Tim Horton’s has signed a lease to move in next door.

SssDude-Nutz owner not worried about looming Tim Hortons competition

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 3, 2016
After recently celebrating his first year in business, SssDude-Nutz owner Bradley Taylor focuses on building relationships with the campus community.
Pinned bees used for research sit in a case in a workroom at the University of Minnesota Bee and Pollinator Research Lab, Sept. 23, 2016 on the St. Paul Campus.

A new hive for University of Minnesota bee researchers

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 29, 2016
After years of cramped research space, a new Bee and Pollinator Research Lab will open on St. Paul's campus next month.
Strategic communications sophomores Maja Cave, left, and Marisa White, center, register to vote with the online software TurboVote with help from MSA member Cara Nix, right, at Voterpalooza hosted by MSA on Tuesday, Sept 27, 2016 at Northrop Plaza. MSA decided to use TurboVote this year to increase student registration on campus for the upcoming election.

University adopts TurboVote to boost registration

by Ryan Faircloth and Rilyn Eischens
Published September 28, 2016
MSA instated the new registration site to make voting easier for students.
The Electric Steel Grain Elevator stands near TCF Bank Stadium on Sept. 20, 2016. The University is looking to build new track and field facilities which would lead to the demolition of the elevators.

Proposal could result in demolition of historic, 115-year-old grain elevators

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 21, 2016
The plan to build a new track and field facilities was in response to possible Title IX violations implicit in the U's push for the Athletes Village.

University bonding requests draw disagreement

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 20, 2016
Capital funding requests by the University of Minnesota have some state lawmakers split on what projects are really necessary.

MPCA to focus on environmental justice

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 15, 2016
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency announced members of its new environmental justice advisory group Sep. 6 .
Future director of the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum, Peter Moe, poses for a portrait on Sept. 13.

New arboretum director takes on position Friday

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 14, 2016
Peter Moe was the interim director before being chosen for the position
A person walks through a skyway along South 5th Avenue on Wednesday Aug. 31, 2016 in downtown Minneapolis. The city of Minneapolis is considering using bird safe glass on skyways as the Vikings stadium raised concerns to activists.

Minneapolis City Council to consider implementing bird-safe skyway glass

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 8, 2016
The amendment would only affect new skyway additions, although advocates would like the ordinance to extend to replacements as well
Juniors Patrick Griffin and Olivia Mason patrol the galleries on Tuesday, Sept. 6, 2016 at the Weisman Art Museum on East Bank. Griffin earns minimum wage at his job, which is $9.50 after the last statewide increase in August.

Minnesota Supreme Court shuts down minimum wage vote, but U effect may be negligible

by Ryan Faircloth
Published September 8, 2016
The University of Minnesota is governed by state laws not city ordinances, in regards to wages.
Minnesota Rep. Phyllis Kahn, Mohamud Noor and Ilhan Omar debate in a filled Cowles Auditorium at the Humphrey School of Public Affairs Monday evening. The three are competing for the DFL primary for House Seat 60B.

Debate spotlights veteran, newcomers

by Ryan Faircloth
Published August 24, 2016
On Monday, the Humphrey School of Public Affairs held a debate for DFL candidates running in the House 60B race.
Luke Gitar and Nestor Garcia of Minneapolis talk during their work to raise awareness for the 15 Now campaign while at Open Streets Minneapolis: East Lake on Sunday. Campaigning to increase minimum wage to $15 an hour, 15 Now obtained nearly 20,000 signatures, more than enough to make it onto the November 2016 ballet.

Minneapolis City Council vote on $15 minimum wage could put amendment on ballot

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 27, 2016
The Council received the minimum wage petition on Friday, which has drawn controversy by some.

Thefts hit ‘Pokemon Go’ players

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 27, 2016
UMPD responded to two phone theft reports involving players of the game.

Recent thefts hit Pokémon Go players on University of Minnesota campus

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 23, 2016
This week, UMPD responded to two phone thefts involving players of the game.
Digital rendering of the proposed 1501 Como Ave. SE apartment complex.

Apartments proposed for popular Como corner

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 20, 2016
Some residents have safety concerns regarding the building’s location.

Hodges: All Minneapolis police officers will be equipped with body cameras by October

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 19, 2016
Mayor Hodges and Police Chief Janeé Harteau discussed Minneapolis's body camera rollout Tuesday afternoon.

In state legislature, special session likely

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 16, 2016
Lawmakers hope to hold a special legislative session in the third week of August.

Protest follows 4th Precinct shooter’s bail hearing

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 13, 2016
More than 30 people protested a hearing for one of the 4th Precinct shooters.
Minneapolis City Clerk, Casey Carl, tells the Health, Environment and Community Engagement Committee that Communities United Against Police Brutality obtained the set amount of signatures to put the requirement of Professional Liability Insurance on the upcoming ballot at the Minneapolis City Council on July 11.

Police accountability petition advances

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 13, 2016
A City Council committee received a proposal that would require police to carry professional liability insurance.
Devonne Mayweather, right, embraces Wesley Martin at the Hennepin County Government Center in Minneapolis on June 6. Black Lives Matter Minneapolis and other supporters joined Martin, who was shot by Allen Lance Scarsella last November during protests at the 4th Precinct, before attending the bail hearing for Scarsella.

Bail hearing for Black Lives Matter shooter draws controversy

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 7, 2016
More than 30 people protested a bail hearing for Allen Scarsella, one of the men who shot into a crowd at the 4th Precinct last fall.

Old tires spur health concern

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 6, 2016
Some parents and city officials are advocating safer alternatives to rubber playground mulch.

MPD aims to better respond to mental health crises

by Ryan Faircloth
Published July 6, 2016
500 MPD officers will be trained for mental health crisis response.
Stand-up comedian Charms performs at Acme Comedy Companys open mic on Monday night. The club could face closure due to an apartment development that would eliminate a majority of the parking spaces in the lot across from Acme.

Development may threaten comedy club

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 29, 2016
Acme Comedy Club supporters petitioned against a housing plan that could close the business.

Democrats end House protest

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 29, 2016
Democrats sat in on the House floor for more than a day to restrict gun sales.

University professor awarded 100th Regents Professorship

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 29, 2016
Christopher Uggen was named by the U for his criminology achievements.

U.S. House Democrats end sit-in over gun control

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 28, 2016
Five Minnesotan members of Congress participated in the protest.

University names newest Regents professor

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 23, 2016
For his work in criminology, Professor Christopher Uggen was announced as the school's 100th faculty member to receive the honor.

Uncertainty mars special session bid

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 22, 2016
Gov. Mark Dayton met with legislative leaders on Tuesday to weigh special session terms.

School resource officers in MPS under scrutiny

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 22, 2016
Resource officers are facing criticism after a recent viral video of an arrest.
Katie Eichele, Director of the Aurora Center, gives a presentation during the MN Campus Sexual Violence Prevention Summit at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul on Thursday. The summit, designed for campus administrators and prevention staff, aimed to share best practices for preventing sexual assault, harassment, dating violence and stalking on college campuses.

Summit tackles campus sexual violence

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 15, 2016
More than 50 Minnesota colleges and universities were represented at the summit.
Members of the North Minneapolis community come together on the Lowry Avenue Bridge in unity against Northern Metal Recycling, as seen in the distance behind them on the evening of June 9. A report by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency that lists the neighborhood surrounding the facility as the citys highest levels of lead poising and asthma hospitalizations, and points to the recycling facility as a leading cause in the issue.

Facility spurs community health concerns

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 15, 2016
The MPCA is trying to revoke Northern Metal Recycling’s permit following outcry.
Katie Eichele, Director of the Aurora Center, gives a presentation during the MN Campus Sexual Violence Prevention Summit at Metropolitan State University in St. Paul on Thursday. The summit, designed for campus administrators and prevention staff, aimed to share best practices for preventing sexual assault, harassment, dating violence and stalking on college campuses.

Minnesota campus officials discuss sexual violence, prevention

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 9, 2016
The conference aims to prompt a dialogue on prevention strategies for sexual violence on college campuses.

Governor vetoes new tax bill

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 8, 2016
Gov. Dayton refused to sign unless the legislators agreed to specific demands.
Andrea Jenkins, a former Minneapolis city council policy aide and Transgender Oral History Project curator, poses for a portrait outside Blegen Hall on the West Bank campus, June 2.

Minneapolis strengthens transgender equity efforts

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 8, 2016
City Council members voted to formalize a group that advocates for trans issues in city affairs.
A proposed 40-story luxury housing tower in the St. Anthony Falls Historic District was recently denied by the Historic Preservation Commission due to its height. The tower, proposed by Alatus LLC, would be located on Central Avenue Southeast, as represented here with through a superimposed rendering.

Luxury tower bid generates disagreement

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 8, 2016
A City Council vote could reverse a heritage commission’s denial of a proposed condo project.

Legislative session ends with major goals unmet

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 1, 2016
A frustrating end to legislative session elicits hope for special session.

Dayton backs revised police body cam bill

by Ryan Faircloth
Published June 1, 2016
On Tuesday, Gov. Mark Dayton ratified a bill that outlines rules for police use of body cams.

Minneapolis approves paid sick-leave

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 27, 2016
The ordinance will take effect July 1, 2017.

Hodges addresses racial inequality

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 25, 2016
The speech still garnered criticism from some of the city’s residents.

Legislature fails to pass bonding bill before Sunday adjournment

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 25, 2016

  The University of Minnesota will receive no state funding after the state Legislature failed to pass a roughly $1 billion bonding bill in the waning hours of the legislative session Sunday night. The...

Paid sick leave hearing draws criticism, approval

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 25, 2016
The proposal would require all Minneapolis businesses to offer paid sick leave to employees.

Legislature fails to pass bonding bill

by Ryan Faircloth
Published May 23, 2016
Without a bonding bill, the University will receive none of the $236.3 million it had requested from the state for infrastructure projects.
Refinery co-owner Megan Smith gives Sarah Snapp an eyebrow wax. Smith says that the Refinerys variety of services and affordable prices should help give them the edge over a new competitor.

Local businesses coexist and compete

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 22, 2015
A new waxing shop, Waxing the City, will open two blocks away from the 15-year-old salon, the Refinery, in Dinky.

Drones may soon be able to operate on their own

by Ryan Faircloth
Published October 13, 2015
The research could help predict tornado movement more accurately.

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