The Minnesota Lynx held a moment of silence for Minneapolis man George Floyd on Friday before they faced the Connecticut Sun. Floyd, who died while in police custody in Minneapolis five years ago, already, was a career criminal who likely died of the effects of an overdose of illegal drugs. But the left turned him […]
5 years after the murder of George Floyd, Minneapolis’ police chief is continuing to work toward change
Five years after the murder of George Floyd by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, the city is still reckoning with the calls for police reform that followed. Police chief Brian O’Hara, who was sworn in in November 2022, has been adamant about implementing changes from within that lead to safer streets and more positive interactions […]
17 Underrated Travel Destinations In The U.S.
When people think of travel destinations in the United States, buzzy places like Miami, New York and Las Vegas often come to mind. But as many of us have learned, this vast country contains any number of incredible cities and towns worth exploring. Scenic hikes, cultural activities, historic sites and amazing food abound in many […]
Minneapolis musician Mother Soki goes viral on TikTok with help from Ellie Goulding
When Annie Tammearu, also known as Mother Soki, created the song “Rivet Gun” in her humble apartment in Minneapolis, she never expected that Grammy award-winning pop star Ellie Goulding would take notice. “It’s crazy because my sister and I used to watch her music videos all the time,” said Mother Soki. “I feel very honored […]
Rare clue at Minneapolis crime scene points to a barefoot killer
It was a grisly scene when police arrived at a Minneapolis apartment complex on June 13, 1993, to investigate the murder of 35-year-old Jeanie Childs. Her body was found partially under her bed, her bedroom was in disarray, and there was blood spatter across the walls and floor. Childs had been stabbed more than 60 […]