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Twin Cities

2 Hennepin County deputies injured in Minnetonka, ‘armed’ person dies

2 Hennepin County deputies injured in Minnetonka, ‘armed’ person dies

Two Hennepin County sheriff’s deputies were injured Wednesday while executing a felony arrest warrant in Minnetonka. Both are expected to survive their injuries. In addition, an “armed” person died in an apparent exchange of gunfire, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Department.
by MPR News Staff

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Lawsuit: Threats, alleged retribution marked Hutchinson’s time as Hennepin County sheriff

Lawsuit: Threats, alleged retribution marked Hutchinson’s time as Hennepin County sheriff

Current and former members of the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office — including current Sheriff Dawanna Witt — blasted former sheriff Dave Hutchinson in a lawsuit Wednesday alleging bigotry, erratic behavior and threats of retribution by him that led some to fear for their careers and their lives.
by Cari Spencer and Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: City Council proposes extension to rideshare ordinance implementation

Uber, Lyft in Minneapolis: City Council proposes extension to rideshare ordinance implementation

Some Minneapolis City Council members are proposing an extension on the city’s controversial rideshare ordinance in an effort to better prepare for changes to the industry.
by Jon Collins, Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Anna Haecherl

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Frey again pushes Minneapolis City Council to reconsider Uber/Lyft ordinance

Frey again pushes Minneapolis City Council to reconsider Uber/Lyft ordinance

Advocates for disabled people as well as downtown business backers joined Mayor Jacob Frey Monday to urge council members to “step back from the cliff.” They say if Uber and Lyft follow through on their promises to leave the city May. 1 people who rely on their services will be negatively impacted.
by Jon Collins

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Minneapolis officials discuss possible next use for former 3rd Precinct site

Minneapolis officials discuss possible next use for former 3rd Precinct site

Minneapolis city officials are recommending that the city’s Elections and Voter Services offices be housed in the former 3rd Precinct police station. However, some council members say the city needs to get more public input before it goes any further on the plan.
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