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New St. Paul police unit utilizes modern technology to fight crime

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 18:50 GMT

ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - St. Paul Police are giving a first look at an intelligence unit credited with helping solve crimes using modern technology. The Criminal Intelligence Unit was started a year ago, as a way to assist various units in the police department with intelligence gathering. Its creation takes some of the burden off investigators and allows for better shared communications. "We decided to centralize it," said head of the Criminal Intelligence Unit Commander John Linssen.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/new-st-paul-police-unit-utilizes-modern-technology-to-fight-crime/

Hennepin County Sheriff Dave Hutchinson taking leave of absence

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 18:43 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Sheriff Dave Hutchinson is taking an indefinite leave of absence from the department to deal with health issues, Hennepin County officials told FOX 9 on Thursday. It's unclear how long the leave may last for Hutchinson, who announced earlier this year he wouldn't seek re-election in the aftermath of his drunk driving conviction but would see out his final year in office. Deputy Chief Tracey Martin will head up the sheriff's office operations in his absence.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/hennepin-county-sheriff-dave-hutchinson-taking-leave-of-absence/

3 major weekend road closures motorists need to know about

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 18:40 GMT

The work is part of three resurfacing projects taking place in various parts of the Twin Cities metro. ST PAUL, Minn. - Work on three major road projects will close stretches of heavily-used metro highways this weekend, with the potential to snarl up your weekend plans if evasive action isn't taken. In the northeast metro all lanes of Highway 36 eastbound will be shut down between Edgerton Street and I-694 from 9 p.m. Friday to 5 a.m.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/3-major-weekend-road-closures-motorists-need-to-know-about/

Hennepin County approves $190,000 to settle complaint against County Attorney Mike Freeman

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 18:36 GMT

Lou Raguse reports for KARE 11: "The Hennepin County Board approved a $190,000 settlement with a top veteran prosecutor after she filed a discrimination complaint against County Attorney Mike Freeman. As part of the the settlement, Amy Sweasy will no longer answer to Freeman. She will instead report exclusively to Criminal Deputy County Attorney Dan Mabley, a former judge now assisting the county attorney's office. Details of the complaint Sweasy made against Freeman to the Minnesota Department of Human Rights are not included the public settlement documents.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/hennepin-county-approves-190000-to-settle-complaint-against-county-attorney-mike-freeman/

This Sunday, join our friends in the East Phillips neighborhood.

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 18:29 GMT

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What's a credit score and why is it important

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 14:19 GMT

What's a credit score and why is it important

Parents Carrying Son On Shoulders As They Walk In Park Your credit score is a number that tells a story of who you are as a customer. The good news is that understanding how it works and monitoring it can help you take control of the story over time. Credit scores are determined by agencies called credit bureaus and are based on your accounts you have opened, and how and when you pay down debt.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/whats-a-credit-score-and-why-is-it-important/

'Mad' Buffalo 911 Dispatcher Expected To Be Fired

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 14:16 GMT

Imagine you're a 911 dispatcher and you get an emergency call, but the caller is whispering so you get frustrated and hang up on them. And then BOOM, that call turned out to be the worst white supremacist mass shooting in America since Dylann Roof. Would you even be able to look at yourself in the mirror after that? An emergency services dispatcher in Buffalo, New York, has been accused of just that. Now that dispatcher facing the possibility of being fired after an assistant office manager at the Tops supermarket-where 18-year-old Payton Gendron is accused of gunning down 10 Black people-told the New York Times and the Buffalo News what she experienced when she called 911.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/mad-buffalo-911-dispatcher-expected-to-be-fired/

Notorious B.I.G. MetroCards From MTA On Biggie's Birthday

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 14:09 GMT

This Saturday, May 21, The Notorious B.I.G would've turned 50-years-old and to commemorate what would've been Biggie hitting the half-century mark, the MTA will be releasing some limited-edition MetroCards honoring the OG King of New York. According to the Gothamist, MetroCards baring the face of the Hip-Hop icon will be available this weekend but unfortunately they'll only be available at four train stations near Biggie's Bed-Sty home: Lafayette Avenue, both Clinton - Washington Ave. stations, and Atlantic Ave.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/notorious-b-i-g-metrocards-from-mta-on-biggies-birthday/

Black Show Promoters Accuse Syracuse Police Of Harassment

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 14:07 GMT

For Black concert promoters in Syracuse, New York, they've had enough of law enforcement interfering with their shows and are now speaking out against the treatment. In an interview with a local news outlet, promoter Azariah Yemma of Upper Echelon Entertainment alleges that police officers regularly target venues and shows to shut them down. "Any Black establishment that does entertainment in this county - we get this every single time," he said. "There's not a time that we don't go through this, and there's never any good reason for it."... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/black-show-promoters-accuse-syracuse-police-of-harassment/

Marvel Gets Rights To Use Stan Lee's Likeness In Future Projects & Merchandise

Posted by kmoj — Fri, 20 May 2022 14:07 GMT

It's been four years since comic book legend Stan Lee transitioned to the other side, but his legacy will continue to live on as Marvel is set to keep his memory alive for the foreseeable future. The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that Marvel has just struck a deal with Stan Lee Universe to license his name and likeness for the next 20 years and include Mr. Lee in future films, television series, merchandising, and even amusement parks in Disney Land.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/marvel-gets-rights-to-use-stan-lees-likeness-in-future-projects-merchandise/

Savage Middle School Principal Accused Of Attempting To Hire 15-Year-Old Girl For Sex

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 17:45 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) - A 38-year-old Lakeville man and middle school principal has been charged after he allegedly attempted to hire a 15-year-old for sex. According to charges filed in Hennepin County, Mohamed Selim faces one felony count of prostitution involving hiring someone who he believed to be between the ages of 13 and 16 for sex or sexual contact. Selim was one of four men arrested Tuesday during the multi-jurisdiction law enforcement operation in St. Louis Park.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/savage-middle-school-principal-accused-of-attempting-to-hire-15-year-old-girl-for-sex/

Vikings assistant Pettine leads coaching diversity workshop

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 17:00 GMT

The three-day conference includes job shadowing, mock interviewing and a general immersion into the operation of an NFL team. EAGAN, Minn. - Mike Pettine has just begun working with the Minnesota Vikings, the assistant head coach on a staff busy implementing a fresh culture and installing new schemes under the direction of first-time head coach Kevin O'Connell. The full plate didn't stop Pettine from spearheading a pilot project designed for minorities seeking to enter the NFL coaching pipeline to further their development and increase their opportunities.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/vikings-assistant-pettine-leads-coaching-diversity-workshop/

George Floyd's family reacts to Thomas Lane's guilty plea

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 16:59 GMT

The former Minneapolis police officer pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting manslaughter in the killing of George Floyd. MINNEAPOLIS - On Wednesday morning, in reaction to the announcement that former Minneapolis Police Officer Thomas Lane pleaded guilty to the lesser charge of aiding and abetting manslaughter, the Floyd family released this statement: "Today's guilty plea by former officer Thomas Lane brings the Floyd family another step towards closure for the horrific and historic murder of George Floyd.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/george-floyds-family-reacts-to-thomas-lanes-guilty-plea/

Minnesota Parents Turn To Social Media To Help Find Baby Formula

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 14:15 GMT

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) - The production of baby formula may soon be increasing thanks to two new measures by the White House. President Biden is invoking the defense production act to increase the manufacturing of baby formula and he is also authorizing the pentagon to use its military cargo plans to fly in formula from overseas producers. This follows Monday's announcement that the Food and Drug Administration came to a deal with Abbott Northwestern to reopen the company's production plant in Michigan, in an effort to ease the nationwide shortage of formula.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/minnesota-parents-turn-to-social-media-to-help-find-baby-formula/

Push to rename golf chalet at Theodore Wirth after Black Minneapolis golfer

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 14:10 GMT

(FOX 9) - To say Eddie Manderville loved the game of golf would be an understatement. "He was giving me tips on his death bed. He would say, 'I wish I could get up to show you!' and I said, 'No, I think you need to rest here,'" Martha Arradondo, a friend of Manderville, told FOX 9. Manderville was a pillar and an icon at Theodore Wirth Golf Course in Minneapolis, affiliated with the course for more than 60 years, even sinking two back-to-back holes in one there in 2013. ... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/push-to-rename-golf-chalet-at-theodore-wirth-after-black-minneapolis-golfer/

MICHAEL JACKSON'S 'THRILLER' ALBUM TO BE REISSUED IN CELEBRATION OF 40TH ANNIVERSARY

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 14:00 GMT

Michael Jackson's iconic Thriller album will receive a 40th-anniversary reissue. According to RatedRnB, the iconic album from 1982 will be released on Nov. 18 in partnership with Sony Music and the Estate of Michael Jackson. The reissued double-disk album will include the original chart-toppers like "Beat It," but also will have unreleased tracks that were recorded for the album. The original Thriller will be remastered and released as a One-Step 180g 33RPM LP with a limited number of 40,000 copies.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/michael-jacksons-thriller-album-to-be-reissued-in-celebration-of-40th-anniversary/

Minneapolis shooting victim Aniya Allen remembered on 'angelversery'

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 13:54 GMT

(FOX 9) - One year after six-year-old Aniya Allen was shot and killed near 36th and Penn Avenues in Minneapolis, her family and many in the community continue to wait for answers, as no arrests have been made. "We've been getting some leads, we need more," Minneapolis Police Lieutenant Richard Zimmerman told FOX 9. His homicide unit is working to find Aniya's killer, with help from the Minnesota BCA, but they need even more help. "We don't develop this information on our own, we have to get it from the community," Lt.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/minneapolis-shooting-victim-aniya-allen-remembered-on-angelversery/

Fact Check: Are Black Women Really Most Educated?

Posted by kmoj — Thu, 19 May 2022 13:34 GMT

American students who have graduated over the last two years have been fraught with difficult circumstances due to the pandemic and the economy's rocky landscape. While the job market does appear to be promising for recent Black graduates, the unemployment rate is still significantly higher for the community. According to the job report in March, the unemployment rate for Black men rose to 6.1% in April up from 5.6% since March. However, the unemployment rate for Black women fell from 5.5% to 5% that month.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/fact-check-are-black-women-really-most-educated/

Painting made famous by 'Good Times' sells for $15.2M, more than the Monet up for bid

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 18 May 2022 20:44 GMT

"The Sugar Shack," the iconic Ernie Barnes painting also on the cover of Marvin Gaye's "I Want You" LP, was sold to Bill Perkins at a Christie's auction. The iconic dance-hall painting seen in the credits of the 1970s sitcom Good Times sold at a Christie's auction in New York City Thursday for a record-breaking $15.2 million. As noted by The Los Angeles Times, Ernie Barnes' adored 1976 acrylic-on-canvas piece known as The Sugar Shack appeared in the fifth and sixth seasons of the classic 1970s sitcom.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/painting-made-famous-by-good-times-sells-for-15-2m-more-than-the-monet-up-for-bid/

Future of St. Paul's Summit Ave. under discussion

Posted by kmoj — Wed, 18 May 2022 14:24 GMT

As the city evaluates a "Master Plan" to expand bike and walking paths, some neighbors are concerned about the potential impact to greenspace. ST PAUL, Minn. - The City of St. Paul is considering expanded bike and walking trails along historic Summit Avenue as part of the "Summit Avenue Regional Trail Master Plan," which remains in the design phase and still needs council approval. The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Department is managing the plan for the roughly eight-mile stretch of road, spanning the Mississippi River (near the University of St.... Read more via: https://kmojfm.com/wp/2022/05/future-of-st-pauls-summit-ave-under-discussion/