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Man shot in Minneapolis alley near Nicollet Avenue: MPD
A 23-year-old man was hospitalized Monday night after being shot in an alley near the 1800 block of Nicollet Avenue in Minneapolis, according to police. Officers arrived to the scene just after 10 p.m. and about 45 minutes later, they spotted a man matching the suspect’s description. Police gave ...
Appeals court rejects Biden’s bid to block release of recordings of ghostwriter interviews
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal appeals court has rejected a request by Joe Biden to block the release of audio recordings and transcripts of his interviews with a memoir ghostwriter before he was elected president . A divided three-judge panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Colum...
Man shot by 2 suspects outside north Minneapolis home
A man was ambushed by two shooters on Monday night outside a home in north Minneapolis, according to police. Investigators say that the victim, who was shot and hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries, was able to run back inside before 911 was called. Officers responded to the 1200 block...
A Minnesota town now boasts the world’s tallest nutcracker
LUVERNE, Minn. (AP) — Crossing the open farmland of southwestern Minnesota, you’ll encounter an otherworldly sight: a massive head with a beard, mustache and red-striped top hat looming over the horizon. Pull into the small town of Luverne and the figure — a nearly 66-foot (20-meter) tall nutcrac...
Why big names like Michael Che are drawn to intimate Minnesota clubs
Minneapolis has always been a popular destination for stand-ups looking to test out new material.
Minnesota weather: A break in the heat Tuesday as comfortable sunshine returns
After a prolonged heat wave, Minnesotans can look forward to a more comfortable Tuesday with plenty of sunshine and highs in the 70s and 80s.
After a weekend of gunfire, Minneapolis again searches for solution to summer violence
Two mass shootings over the weekend rattled high-traffic neighborhoods and renewed questions about public safety.
Divided Minnesota Supreme Court orders new trial for man serving 30 years for sexual assault
The ruling creates a new standard for jury instructions, which advocates say will have a “chilling effect” on sexual assault victims.
Soul food meets Italian: Salt & Flour Kitchen in Minneapolis is rebranding
Plus: Harold’s Chicken in Uptown, pizza and gelato in Richfield, a new bar from the owners of Milly’s and more restaurant news.
Bridging faith, health: North Memorial rolls out hygienic hijabs for Muslim staff, patients
North Memorial Health employee Zamzam Kussu helped give feedback to taff as they worked to implement a hygienice hijab program. She’s seen modeling the hijab on July 14, 2026. " data-large-file="https://i0.wp.com/sahanjournal.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/HygenicHijab-01624.jpg?fit=780%2C520&ssl...
Most people don’t know big companies are based in Minnesota. It matters.
CEOs react to a new survey from the Minnesota Business Partnership.
Tuesday forecast: More comfortable temperatures
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Unsigned standouts: 11 top uncommitted girls hockey prospects
Meet 11 uncommitted Minnesota girls hockey players we’re excited to watch play this season.
Will the Timberwolves need to manage LaMelo Ball’s minutes next season?
The point guard’s injury history kept him from overuse with the Hornets, but now he’s with a new team.
Kayla McBride and Olivia Miles lead Lynx to 6th straight win, 105-102 over Storm
Kayla McBride made six 3-pointers and scored 33 points, rookie Olivia Miles had 32 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Seattle Storm 105-102 on Monday night for their sixth straight victory. McBride, Miles and Courtney Williams combined for 30 of Minnesota’s ...
Ken Barlow is forecasting a comfortable change in the weather today
Good Tuesday morning! Last night, while most of us slept, the wind picked up and it started to blow a wonderful change our way. Today we will see a whole new weather pattern! The air has cooled down and dried out overnight. Today we can expect partly to mostly sunny skies along with a gusty and f...
Iran and US persist in their attacks, as Pakistan tries to keep diplomacy alive
ISLAMABAD (AP) — Diplomats sought Tuesday to salvage the collapsed interim deal between Iran and the United States even as both countries continued to launch attacks in a 10th day of renewed fighting. Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni’s visit to Pakistan, a key mediator in the conflict, p...
Iranian official meets mediators in Pakistan as Iran and US keep up a 10th day of attacks
ISLAMABAD (AP) — An Iranian official began meetings Tuesday with mediators in Pakistan as diplomats sought to salvage the collapsed interim deal between Iran and the United States, even as both countries continued to launch attacks for a 10th day of renewed fighting. The visit by Iran’s Interior ...
Kayla McBride and Olivia Miles can outscore teams for the Lynx. But should they have to?
After a 105-102 win over Seattle, Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve once again noted how the team’s defense needs to improve if they are to push for a WNBA title.
Savage police seeing positive results with new CFIT Unit
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3 dead in St. Paul apartment shooting
Police are investigating a homicide in the Highland Park neighborhood.
St. Paul triple homicide: 3 dead in apartment leasing office, suspect arrested
The St. Paul Police Department says a person of interest is in custody after three people were fatally shot inside an apartment complex leasing office Monday afternoon.
Andrew Tate and brother Tristan to fight UK extradition from US
Social media influencers Andrew and Tristan Tate plan to fight being sent to the United Kingdom where they face a host of rape and sex trafficking charges.
GoFundMes for residents affected by Helix Apartment fire
Couple gets new perspective and suit after St. Louis Park apartment fire nearly derailed wedding The post GoFundMes for residents affected by Helix Apartment fire first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .
Twins All-Star Joe Ryan sets franchise record by allowing six homers in Monday loss vs. Cleveland
Petey Halpin and Rhys Hoskins each went deep twice and the Cleveland Guardians matched a franchise record for a home game by hitting seven home runs in their 13-4 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Monday night. Bryan Rocchio, Travis Bazzana and Patrick Bailey also homered for Cleveland. It was ...
Bernie Sanders stumps for Peggy Flanagan during First Avenue rally
The progressive icon says electing Flanagan would put a fighter in Washington.
3M Open field set: Scottie Scheffler, 144 players headed to TPC Twin Cities
The 3M Open is set to bring a world-class field and major champions to Minnesota for a week of top-tier golf and fan excitement, including the No. 1 player in the world, Scottie Scheffler.
50% tariffs slapped on hundreds of Canadian imports: Here's a list
The price of hundreds of Canadian goods could soon go up dramatically as the Trump administration reveals massive new tariffs against the United States’ second-largest trading partner.
St. Paul man involved in fatal Frogtown shooting 2 years after release from prison: charges
A man faces murder charges after a deadly shooting outside a Frogtown apartment building that left one person dead and two people injured over the weekend.
Minnesota boxer Lauren Rognerud chasing Olympic dream after historic Golden Gloves title
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Two mass shootings rock Minneapolis in 20 hours, 14 shot and 1 dead
A violent Sunday in Minneapolis left fourteen people wounded and one man dead after two mass shootings just hours and blocks apart.
Taxpayers funded their lifestyles, now accused fraudsters are getting free lawyers
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TCL In Your Town: Bison Buggy Tours at Belwin Conservancy in Afton
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TCL in Your Town: Restaurants in Bayport
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Pickle Chicken
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MN Home Maker: Vanilla Bean Project
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5 dead in Ohio river after attempt to save a struggling swimmer, sheriff says
Five people died after entering an Ohio river to rescue a swimmer who was struggling in the water.
Judge throws out UnitedHealth’s defamation lawsuit against the Guardian
The U.K.-based media outlet called decision to dismiss all six counts in the lawsuit a rejection of UnitedHealth’s ‘bullying and intimidation tactics.’
Large police presence in St. Paul for active incident
There’s a large police presence in St. Paul early Monday evening for what appears to be an active incident.