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Arkansas cop tragically dies saving fiancée's life just hours after proposing
Officer Fred Marsh jumped into the Elk River to rescue his fiancée but was pulled away by the current.
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Motorcyclist killed in Brooklyn Park crash
A motorcycle rider died after a crash with a vehicle at a Brooklyn Park intersection on Wednesday.
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Maplewood woman faces attempted murder charge after officer stabbed during shoplifting call
A Maplewood woman is now facing charges after a police officer was stabbed outside a store Tuesday after responding to a theft. Maplewood police responded around 11:45 a.m. to a CVS on White Bear Avenue North after a woman reportedly threatened workers and stole merchandise. Offi...
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Vance Boelter sentenced to life in prison as victims of his political attack recount their anguish
The physical and mental anguish created by Vance Boelter’s actions were laid bare as his victims confronted him before he was given two consecutive life sentences in federal prison....
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Vance Boelter sentencing: Boelter to face state charges now
With the federal case now complete, Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty says her office will now move forward with state charges against Vance Boelter for the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers last year....
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Bear dies after getting stranded on utility pole in New Mexico
A New Mexico community was in for an unusual sight this week when travelers spotted a bear stranded on top of a utility pole.
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Suspect jumps off bridge after police chase
Video captured a Missouri man running across a bridge and diving headfirst off of it after he led deputies on a chase.
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A full timeline of events in the Vance Boelter case
Vance Boelter , the man who admitted in court to shooting two Minnesota lawmakers and their spouses on June 14, 2025 , was sentenced Thursday to two consecutive life sentences followed by 40 years. Boelter pleaded guilty to six federal charges against him in June. As part of his ...
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Human remains found in freezer believed to be missing family member, police say
Human remains discovered inside a chest freezer at a Juneau, Alaska, home are believed to belong to an adult male family member, according to police.
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Kratom purchase age, penalties rise in Minnesota beginning Aug. 1
The age to legally purchase, and penalties associated with, the intoxicating substance kratom in Minnesota will rise in Minnesota beginning on Aug. 1.
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Vacation hot spot tells tourists in skimpy beachwear to cover up or face steep fines
An Italian town is warning tourists against strolling through its streets shirtless or in swimwear, threatening hefty fines to those who ignore the rules....
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Medtronic tells remote workers living near the Twin Cities to come back to the office
Medical device manufacturer sees the move creating “in-person collaboration and operational efficiency,” but one expert said office life will never return to pre-COVID ways....
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US homicides on pace for a historic low in 2026, report finds
New data collected from major cities across the nation show that homicides have dropped sharply in the first half of 2026, part of a continuing three-year decline in violent crime....
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RandBall: Are the Wild in danger of reliving the Zach Parise and Ryan Suter contracts?
A Daily Delivery podcast listener asks about the downside of lucrative long-term deals for Kirill Kaprizov and potentially Quinn Hughes.
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US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora. The outbreak included 72 people as of Wednesday. The Food and Drug Administration has not yet identified which products are linked to the illnesses. Officials also have n...
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MN wildfires: Residents temporarily allowed to reenter properties as containment efforts continue
The Lake County Sheriff's Office is offering residents an escort to properties inside the Camp (Branch III) Fire area.
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Hwy 280 lane closures
Hwy 280 lanes closures The post Hwy 280 lane closures first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .
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Perfect Summer Day then Hot and Humid with Isolated T-Storms possible this Weekend.
Today’s Weather in the Twin Cities will be about as good as it can be for a Summer Day with lots of Sunshine, Low Humidity and highs in the low 80s with South Winds at 5 to 15 mph. Partly Cloudy this evening with Southwest Winds at 5 to 10 mph and lows in the mid 60s. Friday will...
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Fewer students are carrying guns to school — with one notable exception
Fewer U.S. high school seniors are bringing firearms to school than three decades ago, according to a new national study.
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BMW to recall over 318,000 vehicles due to starter motor overheating, fire risk
BMW is recalling hundreds of thousands of vehicles that were sold in the United States because of the engine starter potentially overheating and catching fire....
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Win a Round of Golf at The Wilds
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Fundraiser for teen killed in Farmington hit-and-run
Fundraiser for teen killed in Farmington hit-and-run The post Fundraiser for teen killed in Farmington hit-and-run first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News ....
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Minnesota named best state for summer road trips by WalletHub
Summer in Minnesota has many perks from its state parks, to the thousands of lakes and trails it houses. Now, Minnesota is being hailed the best state for summer road trips, according to WalletHub. The rankings take 32 key metrics into consideration to find the top road-trip dest...
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Majority of Americans want Iran war to end now, poll finds
Most Americans want the war in Iran to end now, according to a recent poll conducted by the University of Maryland.
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Anthony Edwards gets married ahead of seventh season with Timberwolves
Minnesota marriage records show the Wolves star wed Shannon Jackson, his longtime partner and the mother of their daughter, Aislynn, earlier this month....
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3M Open in Minnesota: Scheffler headlines PGA Tour field at TPC Twin Cities
The 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities is underway as some of the world’s best golfers take center stage in Minnesota’s only PGA Tour event of the season. In the spotlight this week is Scottie Scheffler who is a heavy favorite to win against a hungry field of players who are trying to bu...
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Farmington hit-and-run: 4 arrested in crash that killed 13-year-old
Four people are now in custody in connection to a hit-and-run that killed a 13-year-old boy in Farmington. A 30-year-old man suspected of driving the car was booked into jail Wednesday night, according to jail records and Farmington police. A 28-year-old woman, 64-year-old woman ...
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House again passes resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as some Republicans defect
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Thursday narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran , sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain. The 214-208 vote requirin...
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House again OKs resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran, but Senate rejects similar one
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Thursday narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran , sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain. The 214-208 vote requirin...
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House again passes a resolution seeking to halt military action in Iran as the conflict escalates
WASHINGTON (AP) — The House on Thursday narrowly passed a resolution to halt U.S. military action in Iran , sending a warning to President Donald Trump for the second time as the war has escalated and the future of the conflict is increasingly uncertain. The 214-208 vote requirin...
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Farmington hit and run: 4 arrested in connection to crash that left 13-year-old boy dead
Four people have been arrested in connection with a deadly crash last week that left a 13-year-old boy dead in Farmington, Minn.
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Union Pacific picks up Canadian National’s support for its plan to acquire Norfolk Southern railroad
OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Union Pacific struck a deal with Canadian National to secure that rival’s support for its proposed $85 billion acquisition of Norfolk Southern railroad. The deal to create the nation’s first transcontinental railroad has been divisive within the industry becaus...
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Brent oil's price briefly tops $100 per barrel, as Tesla and Alphabet drag Wall Street lower
Oil prices are jumping again Thursday as increased fighting in the Middle East threatens to slow the global flow of crude. Wall Street, meanwhile, is sinking with sharp drops for two of its most influential stocks, Alphabet and Tesla....
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These American cities are trending toward a buyer's market
Americans in the market for buying a new home are seeing the markets in some parts of the country turn in their favor after years of seller's markets prevailing....
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Buc-ee's reveals managers can earn up to $275K without college degree
Popular gas station chain Buc-ee's has sparked an online debate after displaying signs advertising employee pay, including salaries of up to $275,000 a year for some store managers without a college degree....
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Angie Craig’s U.S. Senate campaign puts ‘combative centrism’ to the test
Plus: Trump doubles down on Minnesota governor race.
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Escaping Paycheck to Paycheck
Living paycheck to paycheck creates a relentless scarcity mindset, where every financial decision feels like an agonizing tradeoff — like trying to cram too many things into a suitcase. That constant juggling drains our cognitive resources and can lead to impulsive, short-sighted...
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Bringing Calm to your Home
All morning long, Minnesota Live is diving into ways to become a better you, and now it’s time to tackle one of the most satisfying challenges of all — getting your home beautifully organized. Missi Mills, founder of Clear Spaces Organizing , and Amanda Braith stopped by with cre...
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Why Building Strength is Important
It’s A Better You day on Minnesota Live, and the conversation is turning to one of the most powerful things you can do for your body as you age — strength training. Andrea Herbert and Brooke Herbert, co-founders of Gold Ivy Health Co. , joined the show to share why building stren...
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Building Connection and Community
Loneliness is more common than many people realize, with the CDC reporting that one in three adults in the US feel lonely and one in four lack meaningful social and emotional support. Wellness coach JC Lippold stopped by Minnesota Live to shine a light on the powerful role commun...
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Water Skiing Competition
While most Minnesotans head to the lake to kick back and soak up the summer sun, one elite athlete from Princeton is hitting the water with a whole different kind of energy. Sports reporter Alec Ausmus introduces us to the inspiring competitor who might just motivate you to get m...
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New Ways to Reduce Pain Naturally
Millions of Americans struggle with chronic pain every day, and a remarkable health center in the west metro is offering a powerful alternative to surgery. Abundant Life Chiropractic in Chanhassen is using a specialized therapy that could help reduce pain and inflammation natural...
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5 On Your Side: Creating a Home Gym
Minnesota Live has been celebrating ways to become a better you all day long, and the conversation is just getting better. Leah McLean stops by with clever, easy tips for turning your garage or basement into a go-to workout space without needing a full set of equipment. Find the ...
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Live updates: Vance Boelter to be sentenced for MN lawmakers shootings
Vance Boelter will appear in court to face sentencing on Thursday for the shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers last year.
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House Republican accuses Smith of lying about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution
WASHINGTON (AP) — A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him. Lawyers for Smith deny the al...
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House Republican says Smith may have lied about Trump probe and refers him for possible prosecution
WASHINGTON (AP) — A key Republican lawmaker says he believes that special counsel Jack Smith may have lied to Congress while testifying about his investigation of President Donald Trump and that the Justice Department should consider prosecuting him. Lawyers for Smith deny the al...
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Minnesota man who jumped off balcony to flee cops pleads guilty in $3M Medicaid scam
The man who jumped from a fourth-story balcony in an attempt to avoid arrest has pled guilty in a federal health care fraud case, according to court documents. Muhammad Abdulqadir Omar of Roseville, and another man, Ibrahim Bashir Abdi of Minneapolis are both accused of stealing ...
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Wisconsin police officer shoots, kills man on city street near state Capitol in Madison
A Madison police officer shot and killed a man who had injured him with a knife while resisting arrest, officials said Wednesday, prompting swift protests as crowds marched to the state Capitol to demand accountability. Cellphone video of the shooting, where three gunshots could ...
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From acts of kindness to beaming smiles, these are the St. Paul workers killed in shooting
Days after the killings, family, friends and residents mourned the people who welcomed neighbors, fixed problems and made the complex feel like home. A suspect has been charged....
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Live: Vance Boelter to be sentenced for Minnesota lawmaker shootings
Prosecutors have urged the court to hand down two life sentences.
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U studying zoo animal samples to find next disease-fighting therapy
The Minnesota, Como and San Diego zoos are donating animal tissue samples so researchers can study how different species’ immune systems fight infections and whether they could inspire human therapies....
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A second mosque, a growing community, a changing Lakeville
The southern suburb has grown in size and diversity in recent decades, and new residents are seeking space for more religious traditions.
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Target leans into emerging food and drink brands
Cauliflower ice cream and drinkable salads could be on shelves soon.
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Tolkkinen: This Minnesota county has no swimming lakes. We vacationed there anyway.
When people think of summer vacations, cabin and lake country often come to mind. But the counties with no lakes are also great experiences.
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Specialized teams bring next-level muscle to Minnesota’s wildfire fight
An influx of firefighters, support staff and equipment has helped bring the major blazes in the Boundary Waters under partial containment. More are still arriving....