People of Color Career Fair

More than a thousand people are expected to attend the 12th People of Color Career Fair on Wednesday, April 24. CEO of The Rae Mackenzie Group and founder of the fair Sharon Smith-Akinsanya says "The focus is on the importance of attracting top talent in order to keep our state and region competitive." More than 50 employers will be represented at the free event.

Corgi plushie maker at Geek Craft Expo

In 2016, the comic book writer behind "Deadpool" and "Wolverine" created a craft expo for the geeks. Now this market is held all over the country including the Twin Cities. The Geek Craft Expo is happening this weekend at the Minneapolis Convention Center. It’s a curated market featuring handmade geek good by local crafters and makers. Show Dates and Time: Saturday, April 20 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday April 21 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ricky Cobb's family files lawsuit in shooting

The family of Ricky Cobb II announced a lawsuit against Minnesota State Troopers Ryan Londregan, who fatally shot Cobb during a traffic stop in Minneapolis in July 2023, and Brett Seide.

Minneapolis Open Streets vendors sought by city for 2024 events

Less than a year after the Minneapolis City Council declined to renew funding for the nonprofit that previously ran Minneapolis’ Open Streets events, city officials are requesting proposals for new organizers of two events this year.

Progress on Uber/Lyft bill, but tricky road ahead

Last week, Minneapolis delayed implementing its new minimum wage standards for Uber and Lyft drivers -- an ordinance that has the companies threatening to pull out of the city. This week, state legislators are moving towards a possible compromise.

New program bringing musicians to Minneapolis animal shelter

Local music students have the opportunity to play for the most adorable audience through a new program called Play for Paws. The program is a partnership between Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) and MacPhail Center for Music. It started after MacPhail guitar instructor, Dr. Austin Wahl asked if he could play for the animals at the shelter after playing for the foster kittens at his house. He noticed how calm they would become when he was strumming and that was the start of Play for Paws. MACC was on board as this lined up with their goal to make the kennel environment less stressful.