Minneapolis, MN
Minneapolis community members ask council to override veto on plans for George Floyd Square
It’s been nearly five years since former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin murdered George Floyd at 38th and Chicago in south Minneapolis, and the city is still debating possible plans for the area.
Community members are urging the city council to override Mayor Jacob Frey’s latest veto on a vision for George Floyd Square. As reported by 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS just last week, Frey vetoed the council’s decision to delay a proposed pedestrian plaza layout project for research purposes.
Business owners react to latest developments in George Floyd Square plans
On Wednesday morning, religious leaders, neighbors and community members gathered together, saying they want to see the future of the area decided by a community-led effort. Three city councilors also turned out to show their support.
Speakers at Wednesday’s event said they want the space to be safe and functional for residents, businesses and visitors. They add it’s a sacred area that’s a global symbol of resistance and remembrance, and not about what it looks like, but how it’s functioning, saying they deserve a seat at the table to help decide its future.
“Our process of healing should not be rushed,” said Mileesha Smith, a member of the Community Visioning Council. “Our voices should not be overheard, overlooked and or unconsidered.”
“I stand in solidarity with this community, asking the city council to use their higher power to override the mayor’s ‘hurry up and get over it’ stance. As long as injustice and bloody spaces continue to happen, the people will continue to need a place to grieve,” added Rev. Dr. Jia Starr Brown, a community pastor.
The council could vote to override Frey’s veto at their meeting on Thursday, which begins at 9:30 a.m. in Room 350 at the Public Service Center.
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS received the following statement from City COO Margaret Anderson Kelliher:
“I’m grateful to all the community members who continue to engage with us about the future of this important site. Years of community input have guided the planning process, leading to a proposal that balances reverence for George Floyd Square with community needs for transit, emergency services, and flexible space for gatherings. I’m hopeful that we can move forward together to deliver much needed infrastructure improvements to this community.”
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San Antonio Spurs (62-20, second in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (49-33, sixth in the Western Conference) Minneapolis; Sunday,…
San Antonio Spurs (62-20, second in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (49-33, sixth in the Western Conference)
Minneapolis; Sunday, 7:30 p.m. EDT
LINE: Spurs -4.5; over/under is 215.5
WESTERN CONFERENCE SECOND ROUND: Spurs lead series 2-1
BOTTOM LINE: The San Antonio Spurs visit the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference second round with a 2-1 lead in the series. The Spurs won the last meeting 115-108 on Saturday, led by 39 points from Victor Wembanyama. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 32.
The Timberwolves are 31-21 against Western Conference opponents. Minnesota is sixth in the Western Conference with 33.0 defensive rebounds per game led by Rudy Gobert averaging 7.5.
The Spurs are 36-16 against Western Conference opponents. San Antonio is fourth in the Western Conference with 16.3 fast break points per game led by Julian Champagnie averaging 3.0.
The Timberwolves’ 13.8 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.8 more made shots on average than the 13.0 per game the Spurs allow. The Spurs average 13.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 more made shots on average than the 12.1 per game the Timberwolves allow.
TOP PERFORMERS: Julius Randle is averaging 21.1 points, 6.7 rebounds and five assists for the Timberwolves. Naz Reid is averaging 1.6 made 3-pointers over the last 10 games.
Wembanyama is averaging 25 points, 11.5 rebounds, 3.1 assists and 3.1 blocks for the Spurs. De’Aaron Fox is averaging 18.6 points and 6.2 assists over the last 10 games.
LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: 6-4, averaging 111.1 points, 47.3 rebounds, 24.9 assists, 6.1 steals and 4.7 blocks per game while shooting 45.4% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 112.1 points per game.
Spurs: 7-3, averaging 116.9 points, 46.5 rebounds, 25.9 assists, 7.7 steals and 7.7 blocks per game while shooting 48.3% from the field. Their opponents have averaged 105.5 points.
INJURIES: Timberwolves: Donte DiVincenzo: out for season (leg).
Spurs: David Jones Garcia: out for season (ankle).
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Minneapolis, MN
‘The power of truth:’ How high school students reported on the ICE surge in their front yard
Residents of a northeast Minneapolis apartment were seen evacuating the building after fire crews were called to the scene on Friday morning.
This all happened around 3 a.m. near 5th Street and 7th Avenue Northeast near Saint Anthony Park.
A 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS crew says that multiple fire crews were on scene and several residents were seen evacuating.
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS has reached out to Minneapolis Fire for more information.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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