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Feeding Our Future fraud: Man sentenced to another 10 years for trying to bribe juror
A man who admitted to trying to bribe a juror in his own trial for the Feeding Our Future scheme was sentenced to another decade in prison.
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Minnesota 988 mental health lifeline calls triple since 2022 launch
More Minnesotans are reaching out for mental health support, as the 988 Minnesota Lifeline's latest data shows that calls and texts to its lifeline continue to climb since its launch....
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Anti-Aging for Your Skin with 3X3Beauty
As we age our bodies change and this includes our skin. Active aging expert, Kim Marie Ross is here with simple things to incorporate into you skin care regime that can be proactive in slowing down the aging process. Kim always brings us a deal! Click here to get the 3X3Beauty Bu...
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Rock Ridge principal, teacher charged with sexually abusing student over 2 years
A former teacher and principal at Rock Ridge Schools is accused of sexually abusing a student over several years, according to a criminal complaint filed in St. Louis County District Court....
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Champlin PD issues warning after e-moto involved in close call on highway
The Champlin Police Department issued a public warning Tuesday morning after two children on an electric motorcycle illegally turned in front of a truck on the highway and were nearly struck....
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Chick-fil-A customers’ information exposed in data breach
An internal data breach has exposed the information from some certain customers of Chick-fil-A’s loyalty accounts in what the company described as an automated attack on their website and mobile app....
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Brooklyn Park forms task force after 2 home break-ins in a week
Brooklyn Park police are searching for a suspect on Wednesday after a second home break-in in less than a week where an armed man assaulted a woman and ran away. According to the Brooklyn Park Police Department, officers responded around 6:30 a.m. Wednesday to reports of an assau...
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Minneapolis mass shooting: City council evaluating Reign nightclub's liquor license
The Minneapolis City Council is reevaluating the liquor license for Reign nightclub in Uptown after a mass shooting left nine people hurt over the weekend....
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‘New Girl’ stars dish on how Prince micromanaged his splashy appearance
The late artist practically took over production of an episode that would draw the biggest audience in the show’s history.
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Rice County Name-a-Snowplow
Rice County Name-a-Snowplow The post Rice County Name-a-Snowplow first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .
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Burcum: Smoke-filled summers cannot become the norm
Wildfires are once again stopping us from enjoying our all-too-short summers. This is unacceptable. Collaboration with Canada is part of the solution.
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Twins sign all 21 draft picks, top pick Lackey gets nearly $9.5M
The Minnesota Twins have officially signed all 21 of their 2026 draft picks, KSTP Sports confirmed. The club’s top pick, catcher Vahn Lackey, received a signing bonus just shy of $9.5 million, a source told KSTP Sports. The slot value for the No. 3 overall pick was $9.74 million....
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Lakeville man killed after cable strike at northern Minnesota cell tower
A Lakeville man died last week after a cable struck him while he worked on a cell tower in northern Minnesota. According to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, on July 15 authorities responded to Bunker Hill Road in Castle Danger after a worker was struck by a cable. Official said ...
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Minnesota extend basketball coach Medved after solid first year
The University of Minnesota has extended men’s basketball coach Niko Medved’s contract through the 2032 season, according to the school. The Board of Regents approved the extension at its July meeting. In his first season leading the Gophers, Medved guided a team with two returne...
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Nancy Guthrie video may have been erased after FBI kept out for days, director says
FBI Director Kash Patel says the four-day delay before his agency was allowed into the Nancy Guthrie abduction case likely cost investigators crucial Nest camera footage that was on the verge of permanent deletion....
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Fired Minneapolis communications chief accused of stealing coworker’s debit card for smoke shop buys now charged
Adam Fetcher faces a felony count of financial transaction fraud in connection with the purchase made on June 11 at a tobacco shop.
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Luverne’s nutcracker statue could beat Guinness World Record as tallest
The talk of the town in Luverne, Minnesota, could soon be a world record holder as the world’s tallest nutcracker statue.
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Man sentenced to 10 years for juror bribery on top of the 28 years he’s serving for Feeding Our Future role
A convicted fraudster was sentenced to 10 years for juror bribery on Wednesday on top of the 28 years he is already serving for his role in the sprawling Feeding Our Future case. Abdiaziz Shafii Farah and four others are accused of delivering a bag with $120,000 in cash to a juro...
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Cooler than average temperatures Today then heat is back on over the Weekend.
Cooler than average highs this afternoon in the Twin Cities with highs in the mid to upper 70s ( average high is in mid 80s ) and skies will be partly cloudy to sunny with Northwest Winds at 5 to 10 mph. Clear and Cool Tonight with Light Winds and lows around 60 degrees ( average...
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Ex-Minnesota Sen. Nicole Mitchell runs for Woodbury City Council after burglary conviction
Former Minnesota Sen. Nicole Mitchell is hoping to make a political comeback, bidding for a city council seat after her conviction for burglary a year ago in Becker County. Mitchell announced Tuesday she has officially filed as a candidate for Woodbury City Council. Last year, Mi...
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Trump says US will destroy a bridge or power plant for each Iranian attack in the Strait of Hormuz
U.S. President Donald Trump warned Wednesday that the U.S. will destroy one bridge or power plant each time Iran shoots at a ship in the Strait of Hormuz....
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How a Latin dance band became one of the Twin Cities’ busiest acts of summer
Salsa del Soul members from around the world perform across the metro area, including Lowertown Sounds this week.
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Woman's remains identified by DNA in Virginia, exposing second alleged murder linked to same 4 suspects
DNA analysis identified a woman months after her remains were found, linking her death to four suspects in a second Virginia murder.
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Scottie Scheffler asks Kevin O’Connell about Vikings QB competition at 3M Open
Scottie Scheffler played with Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell in the 3M Open Pro-Am on Wednesday, and the two talked about the team's quarterback situation....
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KSTP/SurveyUSA poll: Walz approval rating continues to fall, Trump’s rebounds slightly
A majority of Minnesotans continue to be displeased with their elected statewide and federal leaders. Results of a new KSTP/SurveyUSA poll show Gov. Tim Walz’s approval rating is continuing to drop, which is also the case for other DFL leaders. President Donald Trump’s approval r...
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Stillwater hospital fined $15K for improper infectious waste disposal
A Stillwater hospital has been fined over $15,000 for improperly disposing of infectious waste. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) says that Lakeview Memorial Hospital tried dumping an infectious waste load including liquid blood and other items contaminated with blood...
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Fruit puree pouches sold at Kroger, Target and Meijer recalled
The Food and Drug Administration said the latest recall involves lots of Pumpkin Tree Peter Rabbit Organics Banana & Strawberry 4 oz. pouches sold between March 2026 and July 2026....
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Cracker Barrel sells Maple Street Biscuit Company, closes 16 locations
Cracker Barrel is selling restaurant properties and exiting its Maple Street Biscuit Company business, the company said Monday.
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Minnesota lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter to be sentenced Thursday
Vance Boelter is expected to be sentenced Thursday in the killings of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark Hortman, and shootings of Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, Yvette Hoffman, last June....
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Florida Congressman Cory Mills under active investigation by DOJ: Source to FOX News
Florida Congressman Cory Mills is under active criminal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice, according to FOX News, citing a source familiar with the matter....
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Time is running short for Congress to reverse a looming ban on hemp-derived THC products
THC-infused beverages and edibles won’t disappear from Minnesota store shelves if the ban takes effect in November, but the impact on manufacturers and retailers could be severe....
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UTV runs over infant, adult woman at rural Minnesota farm
Authorities say two people are in the hospital after a UTV ran over an adult woman and an infant in western Minnesota on Tuesday.
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Minnesota State Fair 2026: Officials seeking thousands of seasonal workers
The Minnesota State Fair needs to hire about 3,000 workers and Wednesday is an opportunity for people to explore the different seasonal positions to keep the 12-day event running smoothly. A job fair takes place from 4-7 p.m. at the North End Event Center on the fairgrounds where...
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Allergy medication recall: Cetirizine tablets pulled over contamination risk
Unique Pharmaceutical Laboratories is voluntarily recalling four nationwide lots of Cetirizine Hydrochloride Tablets USP 5 mg after discovering the allergy medication may be cross-contaminated with ranitidine, according to the FDA....
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Minnesota wildfires: 700+ crews battle blazes as containment grows
As wildfires continue to rage across northern Minnesota, firefighters are making progress towards containment.
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A new baking contest debuts at the State Fair
Land O’Lakes’ Best-Ever Shortbread Contest is part of the competition lineup. Here’s how to enter.
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Ford recalls over 387K SUVs over unstable second-row seats
Ford’s latest recall affects certain 2020-2027 Aviator and 2020-2026 Explorer SUVs, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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Wildfire evacuation zones: Minnesota Power warns of temporary outages
Northern Minnesota residents in wildfire evacuation zones may lose their electricity if county officials order people to leave. Minnesota Power said it is working with Lake and St. Louis County authorities to protect firefighters and ensure public safety but will temporarily cut ...
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New Minnesota laws that take effect in August: List
From crypto kiosk bans to a kratom age raise, Minnesota will see several significant new laws go into effect in August. Here's a look at everything that is changing next month....
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Live: Gophers football unofficially kicks off the 2026 season today. What should we expect?
Can P.J. Fleck & Co. take the next step in an ever-changing Big Ten? Follow along as Minnesota’s coach and top players discuss the road ahead during media day....
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Pig’s Eye Park camp closure: St. Paul seeking public input
Homeless encampments across St. Paul are weeks away from being shut down due to health and safety concerns and city leaders are inviting the public to weight in the plans to clear three major camps on Wednesday afternoon. The special St. Paul City Council meeting at 4:30 p.m. wil...
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Twin Cities Retro Boats
Twin Cities Retro Boats is bringing a charming, nostalgic twist to summer on the water with a fleet that’s guaranteed to turn heads. Reporter Kristin Haubrich took a trip out to Lake Harriet to show us what this one-of-a-kind experience is all about. The post Twin Cities Retro Bo...
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Live in the Kitchen with Elizabeth: Herby Potato Salad
Every great cook has that one showstopping dish that gets requested at every single gathering, and for Twin Cities Live co-host Elizabeth Ries, it’s her irresistible herby potato salad. Whether she’s hosting a lively summer cookout or packing up for a cabin weekend, her friends a...
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KidCast: Ean Basset
Minnesota Live has teamed up with Children’s Minnesota for an exciting weekly segment called KidCast, where young guests join meteorologist Ken Barlow to deliver a fun and memorable forecast. Today’s special guest is Ean Basset, a spirited kid who loves adaptive bowling, baseball...
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Park Picks: Big Bog State Recreation Area
It’s another exciting edition of Park Picks on Minnesota Live, and this week the adventure heads deep into Beltrami County to explore the wild and fascinating Big Bog State Recreation Area . Naturalist Christa Drake joins the show via Zoom to share everything you need to know abo...
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Sip, Shop, and Stroll in Waconia
The charming west metro gem of Waconia is gearing up for a delightful Sip, Shop and Stroll event in its vibrant downtown. Located about 45 minutes west of the Twin Cities in Carver County, this walkable community offers a wonderful mix of local shops and flavors. Megan VanEyll, o...
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Water Tower Wednesday: Alexandria
It’s Water Tower Wednesday on Minnesota Live, and this week the show is venturing northwest to the charming lakeside city of Alexandria — all thanks to a viewer suggestion from Katherine Weltzin. The post Water Tower Wednesday: Alexandria first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness N...
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FOX 9 Town Ball Tour closes 2026 season at Loretto Larks
The FOX 9 Town Ball Tour is making its final stop of the 2026 season this week, and we’re closing it out in Loretto.
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What we’re hearing about Ryan Jeffers, Joe Ryan and other Twins trade candidates
The Twins have lost four games in a row, a slide that probably increases their odds of acting like sellers at the Aug. 3 trade deadline.
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Minnesota weather: Gorgeous sunshine, comfortable temperatures Wednesday
It's another beautiful day on Wednesday with sunshine, low humidity and highs in the 70s across Minnesota.
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Bauhaus Brew Labs in Minneapolis to reopen under new local ownership
Less than a month after ending operations, Beloved northeast Minneapolis craft brewer Bauhaus Brew Labs in northeast Minneapolis is set to reopen under new ownership. A.B.V. Technology, a St. Paul-based company, is taking over and operations are set to resume later this summer. T...
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Immigration services misspelled his name. Then Minneapolis fired him.
The termination of Public Works employee Darley Herrera has driven a wedge between city hall and the Laborers Union.
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Why Justin Vernon's revived Eaux Claires festival still matters
Wisconsin’s Bon Iver-affiliated music fest returns this weekend with an unfocused, largely unfamiliar lineup. Perfect.