Jamal Osman
Coverage of Jamal Osman in the Nexus archive.
- Ramsey County sheriff’s comments on Somali gangs spark backlash from community
Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher's comments on Somali gangs have sparked backlash from the community. Fletcher emphasized the urgency of addressing criminal activity linked to Somali gangs, while community leaders like CAIR-MN's Suleiman Adan and Minneapolis City Council Vice President Jamal Osman criticized the framing as dangerous. A community meeting is planned for July 21 to discuss solutions.
- Minneapolis council votes to lift 38-year ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues
The Minneapolis City Council voted 9-2 to lift a 38-year ban on adult bathhouses and sex venues, repealing a 1988 restriction and creating regulatory frameworks for future licenses. The decision aligns with a 'Pride in Policy' package supporting LGBTQ+ rights and now awaits Mayor Jacob Frey's approval.