Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Saturday, December 21, 2024.We're starting off with some critical updates following the largest snow storm so far this season. The City of Minneapolis has declared a snow emergency, which began on Thursday, December 19, at noon. This means parking rules are in effect, and residents are advised not to park on either side of a snow emergency route until 8 p.m. on December 20, or once the street is fully plowed. For today, December 21, the rules are reversed, and people are asked not to park on the odd-numbered side of the street. A map of which streets are snow emergency routes can be found on the city’s website[1].Moving on to the job market, recent reports indicate steady gains in employment across the Twin Cities metro area. The unemployment rate in St. Paul remained flat at 4.2% in January 2024, inching down slightly from 4.3% in December 2023. Key sectors such as healthcare and technology continue to expand, offering encouraging signs for the year ahead[2].In local news, a tragic incident occurred in Minneapolis when a late-night shooting left one man dead. Police were called to an alley near 35th and Penn Avenue North just before 11 p.m. on Friday, December 20, after a ShotSpotter activation. Despite immediate aid, the man succumbed to his injuries at North Memorial Medical Center. The cause of the shooting is still under investigation[4].Regarding new business activity, there are no major announcements today, but we'll keep you updated on any significant changes or openings in the coming days.Looking ahead to community events, don't forget to check out local listings for holiday activities and events happening around the city over the next few days.In local school achievements, we'll highlight some notable stories in our next update. For now, let's focus on staying safe and warm during this snowy period.On a lighter note, a creative contest is wrapping up today. The Invitational Week 102 is calling for humorous predictions for 2025, with a deadline of 9 p.m. ET tonight. It's a fun way to look forward to the new year[3].Finally, in our crime report, the Minneapolis Police Department is urging anyone with information about the recent shooting to come forward. Public safety remains a top priority, and we'll continue to bring you updates on any significant incidents.Weather-wise, the snow emergency is still in effect, and residents are advised to check the city's website for the latest plowing updates and parking restrictions. Stay safe and warm out there.This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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