Jamal Osman
Coverage of Jamal Osman in the Nexus archive.
- Liquor license renewal delayed for Minneapolis nightclub where 9 were shot
A Minneapolis City Council committee delayed the liquor license renewal for Reign Event Center, the nightclub where a mass shooting injured nine people. The committee will review the venue's compliance with safety requirements, with a decision scheduled for August 4. The nightclub can continue serving alcohol until the renewal is denied or withdrawn.
- Minneapolis City Council rejects drones-as-first-responder pilot, citing ties to Israel, ICE
The Minneapolis City Council rejected a drones-as-first-responder pilot program after Council Vice President Jamal Osman switched his vote, citing Skydio's ties to Israel's military and ICE. The 75-day trial aimed to deploy drones for emergency response but failed on a 6-6 tie, with supporters arguing ethical concerns outweighed potential public safety benefits.
- 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.