Ubah Ali

Minnesota

Reporter at WCCO-TV (Minneapolis, MN)

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Federal raid in Minneapolis leaves more questions than answers

1 day ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

A federal raid in Minneapolis has led to more questions than answers and days of back and forth between law enforcement and elected officials. Now, the Minneapolis City Council is stepping in calling for further investigation. Thursday, they voted unanimously for an independent after-action review of what happened on Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue Tuesday. Council members say they are asking for this review in response to community concern.
Fallout continues after federal raid; officials say drugs is a growing concern in area

2 days ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

Continued fallout from federal raid on Lake Street; officials say drugs are a problem in the area Fallout continues after a chaotic clash between protesters and law enforcement serving a drug trafficking warrant on Lake Street in Minneapolis Tuesday. While residents and local leaders denounced the tactics, they do say drugs are a growing problem in Minneapolis. Healthcare officials are sounding the alarm too.
Minneapolis police chief calls federal law enforcement's actions "tone-deaf" after chaotic raid

2 days ago | cbsnews.com | Adam Duxter |Ubah Ali |Stephen Swanson

Minneapolis mayor, chief, county sheriff criticize federal actions in chaotic raid Minneapolis leaders have addressed concerns following Tuesday's chaotic clash between protesters, police, deputies and federal law enforcement. It happened just before noon outside Las Cuatro Milpas restaurant off East Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue.
Seasonal businesses hoping to cash in on Summer-like temps

6 days ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

Seasonal businesses excited by the warm weather; boost in business With temps in the 80s, Minnesotans didn't waste a second of Saturday's sunshine. Across the state lakes came alive with action. From packed lakes, to ringing registers many people were hungry for a beautiful weekend at Lake Harriet. "It feels like Summer when you come here," smiled John Starkey.
Parts of Interstate 494 will be closed from Friday to Monday, MN DOT says

6 days ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

Section of I-494 in Bloomington closed for weekend road work If there's one thing Minnesotans can count on seeing, its orange cones lining the streets as soon as snow clears. "It's a constant struggle," said Minneapolis resident Lindsey Fine.
Timberwolves game 3 draws major crowds in downtown Minneapolis

1 week ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

Wolves fan take to downtown Minneapolis for Game 3 A packed Target Center was howlin' Saturday night. Fans started showing up hours before the game started decked out in team colors. While the Timberwolves have a tough task, fans are not defeated. "Series doesn't start till the road team wins, so we're still in this thing," smiled Kaleb White. White drove over an hour to be amongst all the Timberwolves and watch what he hopes to be a win.
Ruling removes evidence from prosecution plan in case against Derrick Thompson

2 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

A major roadblock Tuesday in the high-profile murder case against a former state lawmaker's son. According to a criminal complaint, a driver sped off of Interstate 35W at the Lake Street exit in June 2023, ran a red light and slammed into a car, killing all five people inside. The driver was arrested nearby and later identified as Derrick Thompson.
Minnesota doctor on the road to recovery after falling 300 feet down a mountain

3 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

Dr. Shirlee Xie has worn many titles over the years, including Hennepin Healthcare physician, mom, wife and friend. For more than 15 years, she's dedicated her life to healing others, but now she's turning that healing inward. Late last year, Xie and her husband took a two-week hiking trip to Switzerland. On day two of the getaway, she experienced a life-altering accident, falling about 300 feet down a mountain.
Flower shops are blooming ahead of mothers day, yet to feel the impacts of tariffs

3 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

Business is blooming for Minnesota flower shops ahead of Mother's Day With Mother's Day this Sunday — floral shops are blooming with business. Inside Cardell Floral, it's been a busy day fulfilling orders, answering calls, and making deliveries. Mother's Day is the second busiest week for Jill Lascarbeau and her team. "It's a wonderful business to be in and bring joy to people," smiled Lescarbeau. This year, she said all eyes have been on yellow roses for bouquets.
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources preparing for wildfire threat amid elevated fire danger

4 weeks ago | cbsnews.com | Ubah Ali

How the Minnesota DNR is preparing for elevated wildfire danger Whether people are hitting the water for Minnesota's fishing opener or spending time celebrating the moms in their lives, it's going to be warm. It might feel like a perfect weather weekend — clear skies and plenty of sunshine — but it comes with a weather warning. More than 60 counties are under a wildfire watch starting Sunday morning.

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