Golden Valley & West Metro

• Police Investigate Homicide on Golden Valley Road: Minneapolis police are currently investigating a homicide after responding to a reported shooting on Golden Valley Road. Officers were initially called to the 2700 block yesterday. Residents in the area should expect an increased police presence as the investigation continues.
• St. Louis Park Community Band: Over in St. Louis Park, the local Community Band is gearing up for upcoming local performances. It's a great opportunity to support local arts and enjoy some live music right in our backyard.

Minneapolis

• Special Olympics USA Games Approaching: The Twin Cities is preparing to host the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, which officially kick off on June 20. The games will bring 3,000 athletes, 1,500 coaches, and more than 10,000 volunteers to the metro, with local organizers hoping the event provides a massive economic boost.
• Businesses Seek Relief Post-ICE Surge: Minneapolis small businesses and large venues alike are looking to events like the Special Olympics to recoup financial losses following the recent federal ICE surge. The city has officially started distributing assistance funds from the Minneapolis Small Business Resiliency Fund to impacted local owners, including Sara Wordofa of Katar River Restaurant in the Longfellow neighborhood.
• North Minneapolis Shooting: A woman in her 30s was killed and two others were injured in an early Saturday morning shooting on the city's North Side. The Minneapolis Police Department is actively investigating the incident.
• Lawsuit Filed in 2024 Neighbor Shooting: Davis Moturi, the man who was shot by his neighbor while trimming a tree in October 2024, has filed a lawsuit against his neighbor, the city of Minneapolis, and the former owners of his home. The suit alleges negligence and seeks damages for the severe injuries he sustained.
• Minneapolis Vintage Emporium Opens: Shoppers looking for unique finds can now visit the new Minneapolis Vintage Emporium, which recently opened inside the IDS Center downtown. The emporium offers a curated collection of vintage goods from various local vendors under one roof.

St. Paul

• Cayuga Street Shooting: St. Paul Police are investigating a shooting near the 190 block of Cayuga Street that left two people injured while a large group was playing basketball. Authorities report that both victims' injuries are believed to be non-life-threatening.
• North St. Paul Standoff Ends: A suspect is in custody following an hours-long standoff in North St. Paul on Saturday afternoon. Police were called to the 2700 block of South Avenue around 11:30 a.m. before successfully de-escalating the situation and taking the individual into custody.
• Twin Cities Jazz Festival: Hundreds of musicians are set to celebrate the 28th annual Twin Cities Jazz Festival in St. Paul’s Lowertown neighborhood this coming weekend. The free festival begins Friday and will feature incredible live music across multiple local venues.
• St. Paul Pride Festival: Dual Citizen Brewing Company hosted the St. Paul Pride Festival this past weekend. The event aimed to bring extra pride, community, and celebration to Saint Paul ahead of the broader Twin Cities Pride festivities later this month.

Local Sports

• Twins Split Weekend Series with Cardinals: The Minnesota Twins secured a 5-4 comeback victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, thanks to a clutch RBI double off the center-field wall by Ryan Kreidler in the eighth inning. However, the Cardinals bounced back on Sunday, taking the finale 9-6 behind home runs from Blaze Jordan and a pair from Iván Herrera.

Weather

• A Cool Sunday Before Rain Returns: Meteorologist Molly says we will enjoy dominate sunshine and refreshingly cool temperatures to finish out the weekend, topping out at a crisp 73 degrees this afternoon. Enjoy the dry air while it lasts, as rain chances will make a return to the metro by Monday afternoon.

Minnesota Statewide

• State Remembers the Hortmans: Today marks the one-year anniversary of the tragic deaths of former Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, as well as the shooting of State Sen. John Hoffman and his wife Yvette. Brooklyn Park, the city the Hortmans called home, held neighborhood memorials over the weekend to honor their lives and legacy.
• Juneteenth Celebrations Begin: A week of Juneteenth celebrations is kicking off across the state of Minnesota. Festivities begin with the Northside Juneteenth event, featuring community BBQ, a family swim, and a neighborhood block party.
• New Gubernatorial Poll Released: A recent Minnesota Poll shows DFL candidates currently leading in hypothetical matchups for governor and the U.S. Senate ahead of the 2026 midterms. However, political analysts note that Republicans could still overtake them by successfully winning over the state's large block of undecided voters.
• Gas Prices Slightly Drop: Minnesota drivers are finally seeing a slight dip at the pump, with the state average for gas falling to $3.87. While prices are trending downward, AAA experts note that ongoing international conflicts could make it a while before we see prices drop below the $3 mark.