Sarah McKenzie

NE Mpls dweller

[Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal @MSPBJnews]

Mercado Central, an East Lake Street cooperative with 35 businesses inside, is looking to raise $500,000 as immigration enforcement has decimated sales along the commercial corridor. https://t.co/SJd9eH1mPS

[Charlie Rybak @charlierybak]

There is a level of alarm coming from many great businesses in Minneapolis & St. Paul that I haven’t heard since COVID.

This weekend - pick a locally-owned business or three that you love and go spend some money. We’ve all got to look out for one another and they need our help.

[Minneapolis/St.Paul Business Journal @MSPBJnews]

Twin Cities clergy met with Target Corp. leadership Thursday. They say the Minneapolis-based retailer would not agree to their demands. https://t.co/O9caiIHVaa

[Minnesota Department of Public Safety @MnDPS_DPS]

Gov. Walz and state officials will provide a public safety update at 1 p.m. Watch live: https://t.co/xhqd0rBfyD

[Barack Obama @BarackObama]

The killing of Alex Pretti is a heartbreaking tragedy. It should also be a wake-up call to every American, regardless of party, that many of our core values as a nation are increasingly under assault.

[City of Minneapolis @CityMinneapolis]

The vehicle perimeter surrounding 26th St. W and Nicollet Ave has been lifted – roads are back open to traffic and National Guard assignments have ended.
Streets need to be clear for emergency vehicles to get through if needed.
Activity overnight was calm and peaceful.

[Erin Burnett OutFront @OutFrontCNN]

Minnesota Department of Corrections chief Paul Schnell tells Erin Burnett the sex offender DHS is searching for is already in custody.

"He is, in fact, in prison. ….They should know, because we did notify them that they were in our custody."

[The Minnesota Star Tribune @StarTribune]

Two days after an ICE agent killed Renee Good in Minneapolis, a federal agent asked an observer, "Have y'all not learned?" Her phone was taken and she was briefly detained.

Two days after that, another federal agent said to a different observer: “You did not learn from what just happened."

[Hennepin County @Hennepin]

We recognize that the current surge of federal immigration enforcement is affecting the communities we serve. Our county is committed to supporting you with compassion now and always. Find related services, resources, policies and actions: https://t.co/nr95UBMKqw

[Governor Tim Walz @GovTimWalz]

Minnesota’s flags will fly at half staff in honor and remembrance of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman.

She woke up every morning determined to make Minnesota a better place, and she will be greatly missed.

[Angela Conley @D4Commish]

Today we lost a champion. It's an unfathomable loss. There are so many layers to my grief. Right now, my prayers are with Melissa and Mark’s family and friends. I am also praying for Sen. Hoffman, his wife, and I wish them a full recovery. This is a dark day for our state.

[NWS Twin Cities @NWSTwinCities]

⚠️With the upcoming burst of dangerously cold air, we'd like to remind all of local warming options. Stay safe this weekend!

You can find information for Hennepin County warming options here: https://t.co/oKISatJJII and for Ramsey County here: https://t.co/Xnx0BQkwQW
#MNwx

[NWS Twin Cities @NWSTwinCities]

Arctic air invades the region through Tuesday, with temperatures remaining below zero this evening through Tuesday morning. Wind chill values as low as -30° to -40° are expected, with the most dangerous cold occurring between sunset & sunrise. Stay warm!
#mnwx #wiwx

[Hennepin County @Hennepin]

Frostbite can happen in minutes in this bitter cold. Bookmark https://t.co/T7Hcj3Nihq for a list of no-cost indoor spaces where you can warm up. If you’re in physical danger of freezing, call 911. #MNwx

[Hennepin County @Hennepin]

Tune in to the Mpact Podcast to hear Community Development Manager Ryan Kelley talk about Hennepin County's innovative approaches to supporting more walkable, human-centered neighborhoods and affordable commercial spaces. https://t.co/qAKM7VGfe4

[Hennepin County Elections @HC_Elections]

It's Election Day! Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Make sure you're in line by 8 p.m. to cast your ballot. https://t.co/RpLmrW8Icz

[Hennepin County @Hennepin]

Hennepin County’s trusted lead experts have years of experience detecting and removing lead paint. This #LeadPoisoningPreventionWeek, learn about the dangers of lead exposure and our lead removal programs. https://t.co/6w9RoVpVW0

[Hennepin County @Hennepin]

This week the Indigenous Peoples Task Force celebrated a groundbreaking for its center for culture, arts and wellness, Mikwanedun Audisookon (“remember our teachings” in Ojibwe). Hennepin County is proud to have supported this project with a Community Investment Initiative award.

[Hennepin County @Hennepin]

Today we announced that Hennepin County has effectively ended veteran homelessness. Navy Veteran and dog mom Alyssa shares her story.