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Minneapolis and other cities across the country rely on a technology called ShotSpotter to detect and respond to gunshots faster.
But there’s questions about its accuracy and whether it contributes to discriminatory policing in certain neighborhoods. As Minneapolis looks to renew its contract with ShotSpotter, MinnPost’s Mohamed Ibrahim reports that at least one City Council member is asking for an accounting of the city’s use of the system.
An interesting side note: Chicago recently decided against renewing ShotSpotter after nearly 90% of alerts over a two-year period resulted in no gunfire-related crime.
You can read Mohamed’s story here.
Also in today’s newsletter:
▪️ A documentary screening at MIA this Thursday tells the story of the men living at Glenwood, Catholic Charities Twin Cities’ managed-use alcohol program. (read more)
▪️ Via Greater Minnesota reporter Ava Kian, research on food insecurity in Stevens County led by the Center for Small Towns at the University of Minnesota-Morris is being expanded to cover a larger region. (read more)
▪️ A 23-year-old Southwest Minnesota State University graduate has been named the U.S. Small Business Administration’s Young Entrepreneur of the Year for his work on agricultural drainage. (read more)
▪️ What’s a Gugelhupf? Think delicious cake and Minnesota’s first immigrants. Stumped? MNopedia has you covered. (read more)
▪️ AND, how about the TIMBERWOLVES! Britt Robson writes about their “strikingly sudden yet clinically inexorable four-game extinguishment of the Phoenix Suns.” And don’t miss a virtual Q&A with Britt to answer your questions about the Wolves’ first playoff series and what’s to come. It happens on Tuesday, and you can register here.
— Elizabeth Dunbar, editor
Top Story
Future of ShotSpotter in Minneapolis in flux as research shows disproportionate impact on communities of color
By Mohamed Ibrahim
A U of M researcher found that Black and Native residents were more than three times likely to live in an area with a ShotSpotter sensor installed.
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‘Wet House’ chronicles lives of men living with severe alcohol use disorder
By Andy Steiner
Film’s subjects live at the Glenwood, Catholic Charities Twin Cities’ managed-use alcohol program. The Minneapolis Institute of Art will host a May 2 screening.
Research project that found elevated food insecurity levels in Stevens County expands to a five-county region
By Ava Kian
Research aiming to grasp causes behind food insecurity in West Central Minnesota.
SBA recognizes SMSU grad Layne Lozinski as Young Entrepreneur of the Year
By Andrew Tellijohn
Agri-Business major plows forward with Maxx Drainage.
The origin of the Bundt pan
By Alli Hearne
This iconic cake pan is rooted in Minnesota’s Jewish immigrant history.
Howling at the Sun: The Minnesota Timberwolves pull off impressive and improbable sweep in Phoenix
By Britt Robson
The Timberwolves had not won a playoff series in 20 years, since the MVP season of Kevin Garnett. They had never swept an opponent in four straight games.
Registration now open for a free Timberwolves Q&A event with Britt Robson
By Bee Howerton
Join Britt Robson for this pre-game Q&A before the Timberwolves take on the Phoenix Suns in the fifth game in the NBA Playoffs.
The Glean
U of M professor fired over social media post criticizing Israel
Plus: Sen. Mitchell to be relieved of committee duties, participation in caucus meetings; Minneapolis education support professionals vote to authorize strike; SD Gov. Kristi Noem writes about killing dog in new book; and more.
Abortion opponents to spend $1 million to defeat the Equal Rights Amendment
Plus: Minnetonka High students testing positive for whooping cough; concern over contaminated venison in the deaths of two deer hunters; where all the “Peanuts” statues in St. Paul went; and more.
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Commentary and opinion
Wanted: Twin Cities partner to house museum for one of North America’s best bicycle collections
By Bill Lindeke
Younger museum looking for new home, fully equipped, guaranteed exhibits. In search of partner with space. Must like long walks through exhibitions. Comes with baggage. Must like bikes.
Why do my groceries cost so much?
By Sulma Arias
Giant corporations want to keep their taxes low and the prices we pay high. We can’t let them win.
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