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Twin Cities stands out nationally for ‘job accessibility’
If you feel like your drive to work has gotten longer recently, it’s not just you. New research shows that the return of traffic has led to fewer jobs being reachable within 30 minutes by car.
Minneapolis City Council moves forward on labor standards board
The Minneapolis City Council has shared its plan for a labor standards board — an advisory committee that would make recommendations to the council for labor policies. Proponents say it’s a helpful platform for workers and employers to talk about problems with labor policies in the city, but some business owners worry it will lead to new regulations that are costly to follow.
Police: 13-year-old boy accidentally shot, killed by another teen
A 13-year-old boy was killed early Tuesday morning in what Minneapolis police are calling an apparent accidental shooting. Officials say a 14-year-old boy was handling a gun when the 13-year-old was shot. 
Minnesota’s Black sorority, fraternity members energized by Kamala Harris candidacy 
Many members of historically Black sororities or fraternities in Minnesota expressed excitement about Harris’ nomination and are working to turn out their communities this election.
Minneapolis cannabis regulations won't mandate buffer zone between dispensaries
Cannabis dispensaries won’t open in Minneapolis until 2025. However, the city took a significant regulatory step Thursday by adopting a set of zoning rules that will apply to cannabis sellers, manufacturers and other related businesses. 
Minneapolis city officials plan independent review of police handling of shooting case
Minneapolis city officials said Thursday there will be an independent review of the Minneapolis Police Department’s handling of a south Minneapolis shooting. The announcement came after City Council voted to request a review of the shooting of Davis Moturi on Oct. 23.