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Italian restaurants in the works for Minneapolis and Eden Prairie

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9 months ago

April 1, 2025

Italian restaurants in the works for Minneapolis and Eden Prairie

“The main reason behind the change is to draw from a larger base. My sales reps at U.S. Foods have compiled demographics on how many American restaurants are in the market in [a 1- to 3-mile] radius and found that there were a ton of American restaurants and not much else,” he said. “With Campiello gone, it opened the door for Italian in Eden Prairie.”

Look for a menu that includes pastas, meatballs, sauces and dressing made in house. Eventually, he’ll add handmade mozzarella to the mix.

Champlin will place an emphasis on locally and regionally sourced ingredients when possible, such as honey from Ames Farm in Delano, Amish chicken and prosciutto from La Quercia in Iowa, Wisconsin cheeses as well as desserts from Cheesecake Funk in Minnetonka. The drink program will include local producers such as beer from Surly, Bent Paddle, Lupulin and Castle Danger, and spirits from Vikre Distillery and Crooked Water Spirits. Champlin plans to source seafood from sustainable fish programs, too.

Danny LaRose (left), sous chef Nate Stefanski and chef/owner Samo Newman of On the Fly lunch spot in downtown Minneapolis. (Nancy Newman/Provided)

Two restaurant veterans have joined forces to bring casual Korean-influenced fare to the downtown Minneapolis lunch crowd. Food on the Fly is now up and running in the former Valentino Cafe on the ground floor of the Forum 900 building.

Chef/owner Samo Newman, along with sous chef Nate Stefanski, have designed a menu of sandwiches and rice bowls incorporating Korean flavors in which several dishes, such as smoked mesquite chicken or bulgogi sausage, also come with a vegan version.

Newman and Stefanski first crossed paths more than a decade ago when working at the former Haute Dish. Newman’s résumé includes cooking in local kitchens such as Bulldog NE, Bar La Grassa, Haute Dish, Seward Co-op, Kim’s and Union Hmong Kitchen; Stefanski at Travail, Kim’s and Vinai.

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Car fans flock to Minneapolis for Twin Cities Auto Show

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53 minutes ago

January 3, 2026

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Car fans flock to Minneapolis for Twin Cities Auto Show

Updated on: January 3, 2026 / 6:19 PM CST
/ CBS Minnesota

At the Minneapolis Convention Center, it’s horns honking, engines revving and car gurus gathering under one big roof.

The Twin Cities Auto Show began on Saturday. This year, it’s running earlier than normal.

“I like the old stuff, you know, the older vehicles. I love ’em,” said Mickey Strickler of Minneapolis.

The show welcomes everyone under the sun to “lookie-loo” or wander in with a purpose. Chris Leeman of Zimmerman is getting a look at possible future rides for his wife.

“We came here just to get kind of an all-around fit and feel of what she might like in the next year or two,” Leeman said. “The Toyota cars right now ain’t quite to the standard that I think I want my wife to be in.”

There’s more than 325 vehicles inside the convention center. Nobody is able to sell or haggle on the showroom floor.

“The show reflects the car business in a lot of ways,” said Scott Lambert, president of the Twin Cities Auto Show. “Electric vehicles are in a big reset right now.”

WCCO spoke to some attendees who gave their opinions of the automotive industry’s current state.

“I think it sucks,” Strickler said. “It’s not like it used to be. It’s hard to find good vehicles now.”

“I like the Mazda 90 because of the inline-six engine,” said Laun Aiken of Sauk Rapids. “I’m old school. I grew up driving inline-six vehicles, and so for them to reintroduce it into their line is kind of interesting.”

The show runs now through Jan. 11. Tickets can be purchased online. First responders get in for free.

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Teenager dead after shots fired into Minneapolis home, police say

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6 days ago

December 29, 2025

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Teenager dead after shots fired into Minneapolis home, police say

Nick Lentz

Updated on: December 28, 2025 / 10:43 PM CST
/ CBS Minnesota

A 17-year-old boy is dead after shots were fired into a Minneapolis home where he was on Sunday evening.

Police said officers responded to the shooting on the 2200 block of Ilion Avenue North around 6:26 p.m. They found the boy, who was suffering from an “apparent life-threatening gunshot wound.”

The officers provided him with medical aid before he was taken to the hospital, where he later died.

Police Chief Brian O’Hara said in a written statement that his agency will “devote every available resource to bring justice” for the boy and his family.

Investigators are working to learn the circumstances surrounding the shooting.

Anyone with information is asked to email Minneapolis police or leave a voicemail for them at 612-673-5845. Anonymous tips can be submitted to Crime Stoppers of Minnesota, or called in to them at 1-800-222-8477.

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MN weather: Minneapolis, other cities declare snow emergencies

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6 days ago

December 28, 2025

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MN weather: Minneapolis, other cities declare snow emergencies

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – Sunday’s winter storm is making travel difficult and not advised across most of southern Minnesota.

Several Twin Cities communities have already declared snow emergencies as the metro is expected to get between four and seven inches of snow, depending on where you live.

Minneapolis Snow Emergency

What we know:

The City of Minneapolis declared a snow emergency Sunday, going into effect at 9 p.m. Sunday.

Residents must get their vehicles off city streets, or they’re at risk for getting towed. Here are the rules for this snow emergency:

9 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 28 to 8 a.m. Monday, Dec. 29 (Day 1)Do not park on EITHER side of a Snow Emergency route until 8 a.m., or the street is fully plowed.
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday, Dec. 29 (Day 2)Do not park on the EVEN numbered side of a non-Snow Emergency route until 8 p.m., or that side of the street is fully plowed, or on EITHER side of a parkway until 8 p.m., or the parkway is fully plowed.
8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 30 (Day 3)Do not park on the ODD numbered side of a non-Snow Emergency route until 8 p.m., or that side of the street is fully plowed.

Other snow emergencies

Timeline:

Here are other cities that have also declared snow emergencies. Check your city’s web site for what the parking rules are in the event of a snow emergency so plows can clear streets, and you won’t be fined and/or towed.