Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Wednesday, November 27, 2024.

We're starting with breaking news from the past few days. A possible drug deal ended in a shooting in Dinkytown, Minneapolis, with a 23-year-old man expected to survive. The shooter ran away, and police are still investigating[1][2].

In other news, the Minnesota House is on course to be evenly split between Democrats and Republicans, while Democrats are set to keep control of the state Senate. This could lead to some interesting dynamics in the upcoming legislative session[2].

On the job market front, Best Buy, the nation's largest consumer electronics chain, reported another quarterly drop in sales as Americans continued to tighten their purse strings on appliances and gadgets to focus on essentials. This reflects a broader trend of consumers prioritizing necessities over discretionary spending[1][2].

Moving to real estate, there haven't been any major announcements recently, but we're keeping an eye on the market for any significant developments.

From city hall, Jeremiah Ellison, the progressive, northside-raised Minneapolis City Council member who has represented Ward 5 for nearly a decade, announced that he will not run for reelection next year. This could lead to a competitive race for his seat[1][2].

Weather-wise, we're expecting scattered flurries today with the best chance for accumulation in western Minnesota. Temperatures are expected to remain cold, so make sure to bundle up if you're heading out. The chill is here to stay, and Minnesotans are coping with the cold by breaking out hats, gloves, and mittens[1].

In new business activity, Flavor World, a Twin Cities-based creative hub, is one of five local arts organizations selected to be part of Vibrant Storefronts. This initiative aims to support local art scenes and provide services for artists[2].

Upcoming community events include the Union Gospel Mission's meal kit pick-up, which is lightening the load for 10,000 families over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Additionally, the Minnesota State Fair is getting the jump on Black Friday with a Tuesday-only flash sale on 2025 tickets[1].

In local school news, a case of active tuberculosis was confirmed at a high school south of the Twin Cities, but officials said there is "no further risk of exposure at the school." We're also seeing efforts to support people experiencing homelessness, with local physicians, surgeons, and lawyers gathering at the Catholic Charities St. Paul Opportunity Center to provide assistance[1][2].

On a feel-good note, a group of dedicated volunteers in Eden Prairie are fighting to save a well of natural spring water that they say has come under threat. Their dedication to preserving this natural marvel is inspiring[1].

In today's crime report, a Minneapolis man has been sentenced to more than two decades in prison after he robbed two women at gunpoint and stole from another. Additionally, a 51-year-old Minneapolis man pleaded not guilty to charges stemming from the shooting death of his girlfriend. Police are also investigating an alleged attack that seriously wounded a teenage Fleet Farm worker in Minnesota over the weekend[1][2].

This has been Minneapolis Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.