This is an unfortunate reminder that you aren't always running through a crosswalk. Most Minneapolis runners are familiar with the 'River Road', this is actually right on/near the Twin Cities Marathon course. Sounds like "happy hour" and texting played a role. Careful out there..
http://www.startribune.com/runner-driver-are-id-d-in-pedestrian-fatality-crash-in-st-paul/414618323/