Friday brings slightly warmer temperatures and plenty of sunshine across Minnesota, though a stray afternoon thunderstorm can't be ruled out. The weekend turns much warmer with highs in the 90s.
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A Minnesota woman died Thursday night after her SUV went under a semi-trailer in Becker County. The Minnesota State Patrol said first responders went to Highway 87 near milepost 15 in Evergreen Township — roughly 20 miles southeast of Detroit Lakes — at around 10 p.m. Officials said a 62-year...
President Donald Trump has ousted members of a bipartisan federal election commission that resisted his efforts to require would-be voters to document their U.S. citizenship before registering. The White House on Friday confirmed the executive action against members of the Election Assistance Co...
Minnesota Live is kicking off Funday Friday with one of its most unforgettable and woolly moments yet. For the very first time, the show is featuring a live sheep shearing right on set. Doug Rathke, who has represented the United States in hand blade shearing since 1996, stopped by to show off hi...
Minnesota Bound hits the road this weekend with a stunning special episode exploring the scenic Wobegon Trail and the charming communities surrounding it in central Minnesota. One of the vibrant stops along the way was Waite Park, where host Laura Schara discovered a true natural gem. She takes v...
The Minnesota Vixen are a powerhouse Minneapolis-based women’s full-tackle football team competing in the Women’s Football Alliance, and things are heating up as they head into a massive championship matchup. Tomorrow, the Vixen take the field against the Salt Lake Wildcats in the American Confer...
Hot temperatures are rolling back into the Twin Cities this weekend, and your trees may be feeling the heat just as much as you are. Certified arborist and tree risk inspector Derell Scott joins us with expert tips for keeping your trees healthy and thriving through the summer heat. Learn more ab...
The biggest professional rodeo in all of Minnesota is happening right now, and it’s bringing all the boots, bulls and excitement you can handle. Reporter Kristin Haubrich takes us inside the Hamel Rodeo and Bull Ridin’ Bonanza for a thrilling preview of the action. The post Hamel Rodeo and Bu...
Good Friday morning! A sunny morning will give way to partial sunshine today. A pop-up shower is possible by midday into this evening. We will see an isolated shower and thundershower chances diminish late tonight. Get ready for the heat and higher humidity this weekend as a big dome of ...
Friday brings slightly warmer temperatures and plenty of sunshine across Minnesota, though a stray afternoon thunderstorm can't be ruled out. The weekend turns much warmer with highs in the 90s.
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Sheriff Bob Fletcher called Somali gang activity an ‘obvious problem’ in a video posted to social media. Some Somali leaders warn it could further anti-Somali sentiment.
Years of geopolitical and economic forces are eroding the financial health of the state’s agricultural growers.
Now heading to Minneapolis, the Good Egg Immigrant Grocery Store Standup Comedy Tour turns immigrant supermarkets into comedy clubs.
It’s hot out, so we responded accordingly by seeking out frozen treats in Hopkins, St. Paul and Minneapolis.
If your summer plans in the Twin Cities could use a good story, this Saturday offers plenty of ways to find one. Meet a debut novelist inspired by Minnesota’s North Shore, celebrate Mexican-American culture at Chicano Fest, sample dishes from Black-owned food trucks and create art at the Walker A...
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Warm again Friday with isolated showers possible The post Warm again Friday with isolated showers possible first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News.
Qualls, the Minnesota GOP’s endorsed candidate for governor, launched the nonprofit after George Floyd’s killing to push back against diversity programs. At times, its work has overlapped with his political campaign.
Weather models predict a heat dome settling over much of Minnesota.
UCLA shortstop Roch Cholowsky, Georgia Tech catcher Vahn Lackey and Texas prep shortstop Grady Emerson have emerged as the clear top tier in this year’s draft class.
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Strib Varsity reporters reflect on the moments from the school year that had a lasting impression.
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@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Minnesota’s Paid Family Leave program paying out nearly $600M. Is a wage tax funding enough to keep it go...
A man is in the hospital after crashing a plane in Winona County on Thursday. Just before 7 p.m., Winona County officials received a 911 call about a plane crash near the intersection of Winona County roads 33 and 6. The caller said the pilot left the plane — a Glasair I RG — and was injure...
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@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Hamel RodeoHamel Rodeo Kristin is at the Hamel Rodeo and Bull Ridin’ Bonanza for a preview of the larg...
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } So Minnesota: Historic 1992 St. Paul Winter Carnival ice palace Many have memories of one historic bu...
The City of St. Paul announced it will begin clearing homeless encampments next month, citing health and safety concerns.
A wolf that has become too accustomed to human activity has caused the Three Mile Campground in Isle Royale National Park to close temporarily. According to an update from the National Park Service, the campground will remain closed until July 31, but the closure may be extended if necessary. ...
A pilot was hurt after a small plane crashed near Lewiston Thursday night, according to the Winona County Sheriff's Office.
A Minnesota media executive is fighting to restore his Facebook account after it was unexpectedly disabled, wiping out years of history and content.
Child drownings have ticked upward in recent years, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics. Experts warn that drowning is a silent killer that can happen in seconds, and it often looks nothing like what people expect.
The Osseo City Council held a town hall with public discussion Thursday night on a proposed dispensary, and comments got heated over a proposed tax abatement to help fund it.
On this week’s episode of Essential Minnesota, we go behind the scenes with reporter Cassidy Hettesheimer to discuss Reeve’s career and the secrets to her success.
A school administrator, charged last year for allegedly soliciting a minor, is now facing charges for an alleged sexual assault against a former student. Charging documents in St. Louis County show Christopher John Chad, 52, is facing three felony criminal sexual conduct charges after a 19-ye...
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } The Scoop – July 9 In this week’s edition of The Scoop, Darren “Doogie” Wolfson, has notes on the Tim...
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } ‘Soul-crushing’: Minnesota disability services provider group, clients take DHS to court A new lawsui...
The county has suspended distribution of mulch and compost as it assesses the situation.
A new state evaluation found Minnesota’s voter registration system mostly works as intended, but some counties did not update their records accurately. On Wednesday, the Office of the Legislative Auditor published a summary of new voter registration applications submitted in the summer and fal...
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