Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Wednesday, December 4, 2024.

We're starting with some breaking news from the past few days. A tragic crash in northern Minnesota claimed the lives of two people, including an on-duty Red Lake tribal police officer. Our thoughts are with the families and communities affected by this loss[1][4].

In local business news, agribusiness giant Cargill is laying off thousands of its employees, which could have significant impacts on our local job market. On the other hand, Under Pressure Brewing is encouraging patrons to give back in a creative way by holding jousting tournaments for charity[2][4].

Moving to real estate, a dignified 120-year-old American foursquare in Minneapolis has listed for approximately $650,000. Additionally, the Minnesota Indian Resource Center has started an affordable housing project in Minneapolis, aiming to provide more housing options for our community[3].

From city hall, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is holding a meeting today at the Mary Merrill Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board Headquarters. The public is invited to attend and can submit comments in writing or in-person[5].

Looking at the weather, it's a cloudy day with a feels-like temperature of 5 degrees. Wind is at 16 mph from the west-northwest. We're expecting temperatures to drop throughout the day, so bundle up if you're planning on heading out[1].

In new business activity, legendary Australian rockers AC/DC are coming to Minnesota for the first time in nearly a decade, and rap's reigning hater-in-chief Kendrick Lamar will kick off his next tour in Minneapolis. Also, Nate Bargatze, one of the hottest stand-up comedians in the U.S., will make three stops each in Minnesota and Wisconsin next year on his "Big Dumb Eyes" tour[2][4].

For upcoming community events, the Union Gospel Mission is welcoming 10,000 families through their meal kit pick-up, helping to lighten the load for those in need this holiday season. Also, the 91-year Turkey Bowl tradition between two St. Paul families is still going strong[1][4].

In local school achievements, a student athlete from Chisago Lakes is showing endless drive despite a surprise diagnosis. And in sports, the Minnesota Wild rallied to beat the Vancouver Canucks 3-2 for their sixth victory in eight games[2][4].

For a feel-good community story, we have the heartwarming tale of Cooper and Raghu, two babies who became neighbors in the NICU at M Health Fairview Masonic Children's Hospital and whose parents quickly connected[2][4].

Finally, in today's crime report, Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting that left a man with life-threatening injuries on the 2600 block of Cedar Avenue South. Also, footage of the fatal 2021 shooting of Winston Boogie Smith by U.S. Marshals task force members in Minneapolis has been obtained by the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension[2][3].

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