Welcome to the Minneapolis-Saint Paul News Update. I'm Morgan Riley, bringing you the latest from the Twin Cities.Word on the streets of Minneapolis-Saint Paul is that the Department of Justice is looking to drop an agreement that would have mandated police reforms for the city of Minneapolis and the police department. Former police chief Medaria Arradondo has emphasized the importance of understanding the city's history of police reform as this situation develops.In business news, Minneapolis city officials continue to struggle with transforming vacant commercial spaces. The city council and mayor haven't reached consensus on how to revitalize these areas, and local business owners are reporting that this indecision is costing them their livelihoods.There's some positive news for our Native communities. The White Earth Nation has signed what's being called a "landmark cannabis regulatory compact" with the State of Minnesota. Governor Tim Walz signed this first tribal-state compact under Minnesota's 2023 cannabis law on Tuesday, allowing Waabigwan Mashkiki - which translates to "flower medicine" in Ojibwe - to open cannabis shops in Moorhead and St. Cloud.In St. Paul, the city announced yesterday that two culturally significant and sacred Dakota sites will be renamed Imniżaska, following recommendations from Tribal Nations. This change honors the indigenous heritage of our region.For those planning Memorial Day weekend travel, you'll be pleased to know gas prices are projected to be at their lowest since 2021. This comes as welcome news for families looking to kick off the summer season with a road trip.On the weather front, recent rainfall has provided some relief from drought conditions, though it's worth noting that as of May 15th, about a quarter of Minnesota remains in moderate drought. Keep those umbrellas handy as we continue through this spring season.Sports fans filled the Target Center recently as Minnesota native Paige Bueckers returned home, this time as a player for the Dallas Wings facing the Minnesota Lynx.In our community, the Animal Humane Society has taken in fifty-seven adult cats, four kittens, and a great dane, providing much-needed medical care including spay and neuter surgeries for these animals.As we move forward into late May, let's remember that our community thrives when we work together through both challenges and celebrations.This has been Morgan Riley, your neighbor in the news. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss a Minneapolis-Saint Paul news update. For more information, you can always send an email to [email protected] or check out our website at QuietPlease.AI.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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