Houston shooting: Man killed by ICE officer near Canal Street, Wayside Drive
A man was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston on Tuesday morning, officials confirm.
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Lynx Guard Courtney Williams Named 2026 WNBA All-Star Reserve
The WNBA announced on Tuesday night that Lynx guard Courtney Williams has been voted a reserve for the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game by WNBA head coaches. This is Williams’ third All-Star selection (2021, 2025) and her second consecutive appearance. The 2026 WNBA All-Star Game will be played on Sat...
Trump social media post involving Minnesota children called ‘anti-Muslim bigotry’
President Donald Trump posted a short video clip showing Muslim students graduating from kindergarten. Muslim groups in the Twin Cities have denounced the posting.
Pilot was testing newly installed wing before fatally crashing at Winona Airport
New information has been released about what led to a fatal plane crash in Winona last month. A National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) report shows that on June 25, an Airborne Windsports light sport aircraft crashed at Winona Municipal Airport, resulting in the death of the pilot, 74-yea...
Courtney Williams joins Lynx teammates Olivia Miles, Natasha Howard on WNBA All-Star team
Williams was named a reserve for the event, which takes place July 25 in Chicago. It’s the third All-Star nod of the guard’s career.
FalconCam captures 1st fledging of the 2026 season
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US launches new strikes against Iran after three ships were hit in Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military launched new strikes against Iran early Wednesday, hours after three merchant ships were struck in the Strait of Hormuz, in the latest exchange of fire to threaten the interim deal to end the fighting between the two countries.
Minnesota paid leave program: 75,000 approved to receive payments so far
Since the Minnesota paid leave program has been implemented, nearly $600 million has been paid to Minnesotan applicants.
Minneapolis police want to use drones. Here’s how to share your thoughts about the proposal
Minneapolis officials are weighing residents’ concerns about privacy and transparency as the city considers whether to use drones during 911 calls. The Minneapolis City Council’s Public Health, Safety and Equity committee will hold a public hearing Wednesday following a presentation from the M...
Twins center fielder Byron Buxton headed to injured list, will miss All-Star Game
Buxton aggravated his right hip injury against the Yankees on Sunday and will sit out at least six regular season games.
Houston shooting: Man killed by ICE officer near Canal Street, Wayside Drive
A man was shot and killed by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Houston on Tuesday morning, officials confirm.
Minnesota’s paid family medical leave surpasses projections in first six months
More than 124,000 Minnesotans have applied for the new state law that went into law Jan. 1.
Somali gang violence: Sheriff calls for action after deadly July 4 weekend
A spike in violence over the July 4 weekend has Ramsey County’s sheriff urging the community and law enforcement to address growing Somali gang activity across the metro.
Appeals court upholds dismissal of lawsuit against state troopers who killed Ricky Cobb
The judges agreed with a lower court’s decision to throw out the claim brought by Cobb’s mother against troopers Ryan Londregan and Brett Seide.
St. Louis County faces federal lawsuit over blocked free campsite for veterans
Veterans and a Lake Vermilion landowner are pushing back against St. Louis County’s restrictions on a charity campsite.
Play-Doh, trivia, and a teen on a mission to fix science scores
Wayzata senior Megan Helm is testing her student-written science program aimed at getting younger students more interested in science. 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS sat in on a summer school session in Plymouth where Helm is volunteering, using the science book and curriculum she created with students. Th...
Last-minute money-saving tips for summer vacation road trips
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Former Tinucci’s co-owner gets probation for crashing into bicyclist with company car
The former owner of a Newport restaurant will avoid prison time after he pleaded guilty to hitting a bicyclist with a catering vehicle and leaving the scene. Mark Thomas Tinucci Sr., 70, pleaded guilty in April to criminal vehicular operation in connection with the Aug. 16 crash near Tinucci’s...
Shorelunch with Nate P.
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Environmentalists sue Hennepin County over ash from HERC trash incinerator
A lawsuit filed Tuesday accuses Hennepin County of violating state law by not developing plans to reduce the quantity and toxicity of the ash produced at its garbage incinerator in downtown Minneapolis. The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy (MCEA) says the state’s largest county isn...
3 of 5 kids hurt in Chippewa County crash not wearing seatbelts, state patrol says
A crash Monday evening in Chippewa County sent five children to the hospital, three of which the state patrol says were not wearing seatbelts at the time it occurred.
Keeping Your Summer Safe
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Winona plane crash: Investigation shows wing was replaced before flight
A new report following a fatal plane crash near the Winona Municipal Airport in June shows that the pilot of the plane had recently replaced a wing, though it stopped short of blaming it for the cause of the crash.
2 men guilty in deadly 2025 Minneapolis bar shooting
Two men were convicted with multiple charges Tuesday after a deadly mass shooting in downtown Minneapolis last year. The Hennepin County Attorney’s Office said Arlonzo Williams Jr., 26 and Dantrell Clark, 25 were both found guilty of the 2025 Bar Zia shooting, that killed one man and injured ...
Pond King Water Gardens
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Minnesota Home Maker: Nomad Design Co.
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Pounded yam recall issued after “temporary breakdown,” FDA says
Packages of pounded yams were recalled across multiple states this week because a “temporary breakdown” between the maker’s production and packaging processes resulted in an allergen not being included in the ingredient list.
Byron Buxton to miss All-Star Game after landing on injured list
Minnesota Twins star Byron Buxton will be in Philadelphia next week for the MLB All-Star Game, but he won’t play. Buxton will miss the chance to play in the Midsummer Classic because he’s being placed on the injured list due to a nagging hip injury, KSTP Sports confirmed. It’s an unfortunat...
Keeping kids with autism safer
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7/7 Host Chat
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } 7/7 Host Chat7/7 Host Chat Kelli is filling in for Elizabeth who is on vacation this week. We get cau...
Storms tonight and Wednesday, then heat builds – Chris
Good Tuesday evening! It’s another very warm and muggy evening across Minnesota, with scattered showers and storms developing tonight. Not everyone will see storms, but a few could be strong as they move through. Storm chances continue Wednesday with a few rounds of showers and thunderstorm...
St. Peter releases body cam footage of deadly officer-involved shooting
The City of St. Peter released new body camera footage Tuesday of an exchange of gunfire last month that left an officer injured and a suspect dead. On June 18, the shooting began with a vehicle stop in Mankato of a man fleeing from police. Officers followed the vehicle to a home in St. Peter,...
GoFundMe: Honoring Kenneitha and Khalil’s Beautiful Lives
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McConnell speaks to Republican leaders as speculation swirls about his health, remains hospitalized
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate’s top two Republicans have spoken individually to Kentucky Sen. Mitch McConnell, according to aides, as the former GOP leader remains in the hospital more than three weeks after being admitted for undisclosed health issues. Aides to McConnell have declined to release ...
'SNL' star Michael Che returns to Minneapolis for surprise show
The ‘Weekend Update’ star seems to have a soft spot for the Twin Cities.
Another USPS stamp price increase takes effect soon
Your next trip to the mailbox could cost more. Here's when USPS stamp prices are going up – and by how much.
Watch: Twins VP of amateur scouting Sean Johnson previews 2026 MLB Draft
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El Niño surges toward 'monster' territory, signaling an active winter for East and West coasts
The El Niño surge signals an active winter for East and West coasts.
Highland Parkway crash: St. Paul cyclist taken off life support, dies from injuries
A man has died after being struck by a car door while riding his bike on Highland Parkway in St. Paul late last month, according to police.
Mom charged with murder of twins after claiming they died from vaccinations
A grand jury indicted an Idaho woman on two counts of first-degree murder in the deaths of her 18-month-old twins. The mom is accused of suffocating her children in 2025.
Minnesota weather: Tropical heat Tuesday before late day strong storms and heavy rain
A hot and tropical Tuesday in Minnesota brings highs near 90 before storms and heavy rain develop late in the day. These storms carry a level 1 and level 2 risk of severe weather.