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A Florida man allegedly shot and killed his mother and then set her body on fire, because she had said she wanted to be cremated, according to an arrest report....
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The Minnesota State Fair 2026 lineup includes a 230-foot observation wheel, new exhibits and rides, several renovations, and a new featured design. Fair officials released the full list of new items for the 2026 fair on Thursday, which is just 28 days from opening day. The list o...
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Hazy Sunshine and Muggy Conditions in the Twin Cities this Thursday afternoon with highs around 90 degrees and Winds from the Southwest at 10 to 15 mph. Cloudy this evening with Scattered T-Storms producing Heavy Downpours at times after 10 p.m. and continuing through 2 p.m. Frid...
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Colin Gray, the father of Apalachee High School mass shooter Colt Gray, appeared in a Barrow County courtroom Thursday where he was sentenced to prison for his role in the 2024 mass murder....
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NASA’s Curiosity Mars rover has uncovered a mysterious "honeycomb" landscape unlike anything seen before on Mars. The discovery could unlock new clues about the red planet's past....
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U.S. officials suspect Iran-affiliated hackers may be responsible for the cyberattack this week that impacted more than 30 community water systems in Minnesota, according to a New York Times report....
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J.J. McCarthy and Kyler Murray split first-team reps to open training camp on Wednesday. Follow updates, observations and analysis from Thursday’s practice....
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A cyberattack that impacted more than 30 community water systems across Minnesota this week may have been caused by Iran, according to a new report. The New York Times reported Thursday that state and federal investigators told the paper the issues were “probably” caused by Irani...
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A 56-year-old man was killed after his vehicle struck a portable toilet that fell from a truck traveling on Interstate 49 in Benton County, Arkansas State Police said....
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Officials cautioned that they had not definitively determined who was responsible and that the preliminary assessment could change.
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The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose for the fourth consecutive week to its highest level in a year, another setback for prospective homebuyers hoping for a break from elevated home loan borrowing costs. The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.66% from 6...
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A shooting late Wednesday evening on Lake Street in Minneapolis has put one man in the hospital with life-threatening injuries.
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Drought conditions have worsened across Minnesota, with most of the state experiencing some level of drought.
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Fresh Minnesota sweet corn needs little to shine. Get your fill straight from the cob, then try it in a summery pasta salad and a cool coconut corn soup....
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Minnesota Timberwolves fans will have a new way to watch games this season, with the team announcing a direct-to-fan streaming partnership with DAZN that will offer 15 games for free in 2026-27....
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Restaurant chains and local eateries are grappling with a dip in customer foot traffic and inventory challenges after a massive cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce....
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A man who was shot multiple times outside a Minneapolis business is facing life-threatening injuries, according to police. Officers responded to the area near 1700 Lake Street East just before midnight on Wednesday where they found the victim. Police say the suspect fled the scen...
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This weekend will mark six months since Nancy Guthrie vanished from her southern Arizona home, and investigators say "complex and time-intensive" analysis of DNA and digital evidence in the case continues....
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Minnesota Timberwolves games will be exclusively streamed on DAZN this upcoming season, according to announcement by the team Wednesday to make the global sports partner the Wolves exclusive local partner for the upcoming 2026-2027 season. DAZN, pronounced (Da-Zone), will launch ...
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After weeks of closures due to raging wildfires, some parts of the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are reopening for day and overnight access on Thursday....
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Digital telehealth platform Hims & Hers is facing a civil lawsuit over accusations of sending users’ health information to online advertisers after promising privacy....
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Summer weekends in Minnesota are packed with exciting possibilities, and there’s no shortage of vibrant ways to fill yours. Kelli is here with a roundup of local events and activities to help you make the most of the weekend ahead. Minneapolis Food Truck Festival Powderhorn Art F...
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The products were shipped to Costco distribution locations in Illinois, Michigan and Minnesota.
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy expanded at a sluggish 1.5% pace from April through June as rising imports weighed on growth, yet consumers continued to spend . And the Federal Reserve’s favored measure of inflation grew more slowly last month. But it remained above the centra...
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WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans applying for unemployment benefits rose last week but layoffs remain in the historically healthy range of the past few years. U.S. filings for jobless aid in the week ending July 25 rose by 9,000 to 197,000, the Labor Department reported ...
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President Donald Trump said Thursday he may pull Todd Blanche’s nomination for attorney general until Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis leave office. The Republicans have demanded written assurances about the settlement of the president’s lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Serv...
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The Wolves’ agreement with DAZN follows the collapse of FanDuel Sports Network, marking the latest shift in Minnesota’s rapidly changing sports media landscape....
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With summer heat cranking up across Minnesota, home air conditioners are working overtime — but a breakdown might leave you in a tough spot if your home warranty doesn’t cover it. Leah McLean digs into the details in today’s 5OYS, and you can find her full reporting here . The po...
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A talented teen from Superior is heading all the way to Paris to compete in the World Baton Twirling Championships. Baihly Warfield from sister station WDIO caught up with her during a training session to hear about the exciting journey ahead. The post World Baton Twirling Champi...
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National Mutt Day is the perfect excuse to celebrate the lovable, one-of-a-kind dogs that make life so much better. Kendra Plaschko from Ruff Start Rescue stopped by Minnesota Live to introduce a sweet mutt named Luma who just might steal your heart. Adopt Luma here ! The post Na...
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The Great Minnesota Get-Together is just four weeks away, and Minnesota Live is already serving up a delicious preview of what’s new on the fairgrounds. Summer Lakes Boat House is stepping out of its tent and into a brand-new permanent building, marking the first new structure at...
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Filtered sunshine and warm temperatures continue in Minnesota on Thursday before rain chances return later in the day.
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St. Paul police are investigating a deadly shooting in downtown St. Paul early Thursday morning.
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A dry spring and worsening drought have cut Twin Cities mosquito populations to less than half their 10-year average.
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Council Member Jason Chavez spoke passionately against applying for the $300,000 federal grant because of references to “criminal illegal aliens” in the government’s notice about the funding....
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Some think younger voters might be more engaged in the Aug. 11 primary as a result of the politically turbulent year.
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The three-time Pro Bowl safety, who is now listed as a linebacker, believes defensive coordinator Brian Flores can maximize his abilities.
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Plus: Anthony Edwards getting a shrine at the mall.
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The country music giant had never played outdoors in the Twin Cities before Wednesday’s packed gig at the new Shakopee venue.
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Good Thursday morning! Today will be another hot and humid day across the state. Afternoon temperatures will likely fall just short of 90 degrees as we see cloudy skies develop this afternoon. Once again, our hot temperatures will combine with high humidity and make it feel like ...
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BUNIA, Congo (AP) — The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak has killed more than 1,500 people in eastern Congo, official data released on Thursday showed, marking a 50% increase in around a week that shows the emergency continuing to outpace response efforts. As of Tuesday, 3,442 case...
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A man was killed and another was injured after a shooting at a St. Paul apartment complex, according to police. Officers responded to the Lowertown neighborhood just before midnight on Thursday where they found one man with a gunshot wound to the stomach. A second man was found i...
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The father of a 10-year-old rescued from pounding surf off the California coast in a dramatic scene captured on video says he is beyond grateful to the teenage lifeguard who saved his son. “He ran into that water despite those conditions that are deadly. You have 10 foot waves; y...
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At Target Center, she recognized Prince, Charles Schulz and the Twins.
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Valleyfair is marking 50 years of summer fun, memories and thrills for generations of Minnesotans.
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Tenants at a Minneapolis apartment complex are speaking out about ongoing problems, from no hot water to unsanitary conditions in their building.
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An updated proposal for a copper-nickel mining project in northern Minnesota is under review by the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources (DNR). This is the latest push for the NorthMet Project that has been met with obstacles for years....
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Randy Dobnak pitched seven scoreless innings for his first major league victory in five years as the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 4-0 on Wednesday night. Dobnak (1-0) gave up four hits and a walk while striking out four. He had three 1-2-3 innings and no runner adv...
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A former Underwood teacher accused of standing on his students’ backs during a lockdown drill was sentenced to probation and must give up his teaching license. RELATED: Charges: 6th grade teacher stood on student’s back during lockdown drill Jason Rogers, 49, was sentenced to two...
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The Minnesota Zoo announced Wednesday that three Canada lynx were born earlier this year to a new mother, who has recently died. The zoo says that on May 14, the lynx couple, Torvi and Cad Bane, welcomed three kittens, one male and two females. Torvi and Cad Bane were both first-...
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A tornado tore through northeastern Wisconsin, leaving major damage at a local church and preschool, but everyone inside made it out safely.
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A second arrest has been made in the fatal shooting of a teenager in Brooklyn Park earlier this month. As previously reported, Brooklyn Park police were called to a shooting at Hartkopf Park at around 10:45 p.m. on July 5 and found a 16-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to the he...
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The mayor of St. Paul is facing an investigation after being accused of making inappropriate and sexual comments toward the city’s police chief and staff....
