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Minneapolis City Council Repeals Ban on Commercial Sex Venues Ahead of Pride Weekend

The Minneapolis City Council has repealed a long-standing ban on commercial sex venues, including bathhouses, in a vote that took place on June 26, 2026. This decision comes just before the Twin Cities Pride Festival and is part of a broader initiative to support LGBTQ residents. The council will now work on establishing regulations for these venues.

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The Minneapolis City Council has repealed a long-standing ban on commercial sex venues, including bathhouses, in a vote that took place on June 26, 2026. This decision comes just before the Twin Cities Pride Festival and is part of a broader initiative to support LGBTQ residents. The council will now work on establishing regulations for these venues.

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Blue City Revives Gay Bathhouses Just In Time For Pride Weekend

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Minneapolis City Council Repeals Ban on Commercial Sex Venues Ahead of Pride Weekend