9/13/2024 -- Violent attack at Minneapolis Homeless Shelter

Crime

Security Footage Shows Neighbors Attacking Homeless Shelter Residents

Summary: Security footage confirmed a violent attack by neighbors on the night of September 5th at St. Anne’s homeless shelter in Minneapolis. The footage revealed that the violence occurred in two stages, before and after police presence. Neighbors from two homes across the street were seen attacking shelter residents, smashing doors with a bat, and vandalizing a resident's vehicle.

Cause of the Attack: St. Anne’s Place staff reported that the attack was the culmination of ongoing disputes over street parking. People Serving People, which operates the shelter, relocated about 50 women and children to local hotels due to safety concerns.

Initial Police Action: Minneapolis Police arrived after much of the violence had already taken place. Security footage revealed that officers first spoke to the aggressors before addressing the shelter’s residents. People Serving People criticized the police response, claiming officers were dismissive of victims and failed to make any arrests, despite clear footage showing the attackers.

Ongoing Investigation: Minneapolis Police initially stated the shelter’s narrative was inaccurate and that no video evidence had been identified. However, on September 10, they acknowledged viewing some footage on the night of the attack but did not take it into custody.

Business

❯ U of M / Fairview Agreement Looming: The University of Minnesota is still in negotiations with Fairview Health Services over the potential reacquisition of the U of M Medical Center, with less than three weeks left before the deadline for a final agreement. University President Rebecca Cunningham emphasized the complexity of the deal but said there may be flexibility in the timeline if needed.

❯ Labor Complaint Against Kim’s: The union representing workers at Kim's restaurant in Minneapolis has filed a federal unfair labor practices complaint, accusing the restaurant of union-busting after its abrupt closure. The union alleges "bad-faith" behavior and is seeking proof of the financial losses claimed as the reason for the closure along with compensation for earned PTO.

Politics

Trump Takes Aim At Minneapolis and Governor Walz In Presidential Debate

The Summary: Former President Donald Trump took aim at Minnesota and Minneapolis on multiple issues during the debate on Tuesday evening.

On Abortion: Trump specifically called out Minnesota’s abortion laws making a claim that Minnesota allows for what he called “execution after birth.” While Minnesota does allow for late-term abortions, infanticide is illegal in all states.

On 2020 Unrest: Trump also claimed that “Walz let rioters burn Minneapolis to the ground” during the 2020 civil unrest. Some Minnesotan’s took to social media to post their sarcastic responses to this claim.

Walz Up Next: Governor Tim Walz is set to face JD Vance in the vice presidential debate on October 1st.

What Else We’re Reading…

What is it going to take to revitalize downtown St. Paul?

An article this last week in the Star Tribune highlighted the struggles of downtown St. Paul including recent business closures and increased building vacancies.

So what is it going to take to bring back the energy to downtown St. Paul?

Well, earlier this year the Downtown Alliance released their' “Downtown Investment Strategy” which included key priorities like implementing an office-to-residential conversion incentives program and investing in pedestrian-oriented streetscape improvements.

The Racket also came up with their “10 ambitious ideas for downtown St. Paul” with some more practical than others including a water park, funicular, and an observation wheel (you need to create a log-in to view the article).

What do you think needs to happen to downtown St. Paul for it to make a comeback? Email us!

GAME: Wordle

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Sports ❄

New logo, who dis? 🏒

The Summary: Minnesota’s professional women’s hockey team finally has an official team logo: the Minnesota Frost. It was announced on Monday morning along with the other five teams in the league. Learn more about how the name came to be here. 

Back Up: The Frost are coming off a season where they won the innaugural PWHL championship and are looking to carry that momentum into next year with a new general manager.

Other teams: The rest of the teams in the league include the Boston Fleet, Montreal Victoire, New York Sirens, Ottawa Charge and Toronto Sceptres.

Gear Up: Merch is already available on the PWHL website.

Other Sports:

🏒 The Minnesota Twins got back on track with a series win against the Los Angeles Angels. Byron Buxton has also been activated off the injured list.

🏀 The Minnesota Lynx beat the Dream on Tuesday and remain the #2 seed with four games remaining.

Quick hits

Headlines From Around The Twin Cities ✔

❯ A Minnesota woman is sueing Scheels over her son's death by suicide inside the Eden Prairie store (WCCO)

❯ A 27-year-old runner died after collapsing during the City of Lakes Half-Marathon (Kare11)

❯ Former Vikings star Adrian Peterson has been ordered to turn over assets to pay more than $12M in debts (USA Today)

❯ A Minnesota GOP House candidate apologized after implying Democrats are leading US towards another Holocaust (MN Reformer)

❯ Hennepin County is facing contempt allegations for detaining two young offenders (Fox9)

❯ A Minneapolis man has been sentenced to 30 years for murder of trans woman (MPR)

The Final Word: Very Demure, Very Mindful

I’ll be honest, I have no idea where this trend of saying things are “very demure” came from but I continue to see it on my social media. Now, the Minnesota DOT has gotten in on the action with their interstate signs.

-Patrick