Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Friday, November 14th, 2025.We wake up to brisk November temperatures, hovering near 39 degrees at sunrise, with clouds lingering and a gentle breeze blowing out of the northwest. Forecasters say to expect a spot of drizzle before lunchtime, but skies should brighten by afternoon, with highs around 44. For anyone flying out today, MSP Airport is operating smoothly after last week’s historic federal government shutdown ended, though the FAA still limits flight capacity slightly, so check your airline’s updates before heading out.Our top story circles City Hall, where Mayor Jacob Frey has secured a second term. Election officials report more than 147,000 ballots cast, with over half of registered voters turning out — a record for our city. Residents voice both relief and frustration as Frey’s support rests on steady housing efforts and programs like Group Residential Housing, praised for keeping hundreds sheltered. But community voices, especially along Lake Street, still demand more from redevelopment and safety initiatives, showing we’re a city rebuilding but not yet whole.In a tense development near the Midtown Greenway, city leaders have fined local developer Hamoudi Sabri thirteen thousand dollars after a judge rejected his efforts to keep a homeless encampment open on his vacant lot. The decision draws attention to ongoing debates about shelter and public health as the colder weather sets in. Some criticize city policies for chasing encampments from one block to another, while others call for lasting solutions and compassion, with advocacy groups saying the heart of the issue is finding warm, safe places for over four hundred people without permanent housing.Turning to crime in our neighborhoods, Minneapolis Police report a relatively calm night. However, a notable arrest followed a string of thefts near Hennepin Avenue early Thursday morning. Officers credit quick citizen tips for the search and say increased patrols will continue downtown as holiday events pick up.For sports, our Vikings gear up for a home showdown against the Bears this Sunday at noon at US Bank Stadium. Up at the University, Gopher football travels to Oregon to take on the number six Ducks tonight, a tough test broadcast live from Autzen Stadium. On the high school front, the South High Tigers basketball team clinched a narrow victory over Washburn and celebrate moving to four and one for the season.Minneapolis is buzzing with culture this weekend. The Guthrie Theatre’s staging of A Christmas Carol begins its run at South Second Street. For music lovers, the Cedar Cultural Center hosts East Forest tonight, while a Dueling Pianos Night promises an energetic show downtown near Marquette Avenue. Our first holiday markets pop up next Friday at North Loop Green, with local artisans, food stalls, and kids’ crafts. The Old St. Anthony Holiday Bazaar returns on Sunday, welcoming families into the Machine Shop on Second Street Southeast.In new business news, a bakery opens its doors on Lyndale Avenue after months of renovations. Owners hope their locally sourced rye bread will become a neighborhood staple. Meanwhile, a beloved coffee shop in Uptown announces it will close next month, citing high rents, but promises pop-up events throughout the holidays.For a personal-interest story, we celebrate the journey of a ninety-two-year-old Ukrainian immigrant living near Nicollet Mall. She plans a final return to her homeland, a move that brings to light the resilience and international spirit found in our local community.Before we go, the city’s Election & Voter Services office at East Hennepin Avenue reminds us that the post-election hand count happens November 20th. It’s a good chance to learn about the process and see our democracy in action.Thank you for tuning in to Minneapolis Local Pulse. Don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss an update. This has been a Quiet Please production, for more check out quietplease dot ai.For more http://www.quietplease.aiGet the best deals https://amzn.to/3ODvOtaThis content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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