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Mortgage rates are climbing: What homebuyers need to know
While rates remain slightly below where they were a year ago, higher mortgage costs continue to weigh on the housing market by reducing buyers' purchasing power....
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Sunshine settles in as heat and humidity begin to build – Chris
Good Thursday evening! It’s a quiet and comfortable evening across Minnesota, with mostly clear skies and seasonable temperatures. Tonight stays calm, with lows falling into the mid-60s. Friday turns very warm and more humid, with highs in the mid-80s. From there, the heat ...
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Gavin Williams throws seven strong innings, three Guardians homer in 5-2 victory over Twins
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Gavin Williams pitched seven dominant innings, Gabriel Arias, Chase DeLauter and Patrick Bailey hit home runs and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Minnesota Twins 5-2 on Thursday to avoid a three-game sweep. Williams (10-4) moved into a tie with Boston’s Son...
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Flock camera error leads to MN car reviewer being swarmed by cops
A car reviewer doing a test drive in Minnesota was swarmed by cops in Plymouth after a Flock camera wrongly marked the Range Rover he was driving as stolen....
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CVS settles for $36.5M over false Medicaid insulin claims, Minnesota recovers $400K
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced a settlement with CVS, holding the pharmacy chain accountable for years of alleged overbilling related to insulin pens....
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Late-night train horns are disturbing neighbors in the west metro. A remedy could cost millions.
Loud train noise overnight prompted a study to explore making several crossings in Edina and St. Louis Park “quiet zones,” but it will cost millions. A new study found it would cost about $10 million to upgrade 16 crossings in St. Louis Park and about $7 million to upgrade sev...
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What’s next? Minnesota Health Standards left in limbo after judge’s ruling
After a judge’s rejection, Minnesota’s health standards are facing an uncertain future. “I think in essence what we’re hoping is that we can address the delinquencies of what the submission issue was and then resubmit this. But as it sits right now, it doesn’t seem like that’...
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Physical education standards review and revision
https://education.mn.gov/MDE/dse/stds/phyed/phyedstand The post Physical education standards review and revision first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Wolf’s ‘increasingly bold’ raids for human food on Isle Royale prompt campground closure
One wolf has been “sniffing and pawing at tents, dragging backpacks away from tents, and entering a tent,” the National Park Service said.
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Animal Humane Society rescues more than 70 cats from Sibley County home
The Animal Humane Society announced Thursday it rescued dozens of cats from a Sibley County property with severely unsanitary conditions. The animal welfare group said that last week its team responded to a community member’s report of concerns about the number of cats at a ho...
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Twins returning to health with Bailey Ober back in action in loss to Cleveland
Catcher Ryan Jeffers is also close to returning with three games remaining before the All-Star break.
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Report a Bear Sighting
Report a Bear Sighting The post Report a Bear Sighting first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News.
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Brooklyn Park teen was killed amid large gathering; linked gun found on gang member, charges say
Charging documents are shedding new light on the shooting that killed a 16-year-old in Brooklyn Park over the July 4 holiday weekend. Brooklyn Park police were called to a shooting at Hartkopf Park at around 10:45 p.m. Sunday and found a 16-year-old boy with a gunshot wound to...
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Xcel Energy, McGough Construction fined for St. Paul stormwater discharges
Xcel Energy and McGough Construction were both fined by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) for not informing state officials about multiple stormwater discharges in St. Paul and failing to conduct stormwater management inspections for most of 2025....
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Victim ID'd in deadly lightning strike at Florida beach that killed 1, hurt 3 others
A man died after being struck by lightning while in the water at Fort Myers Beach, according to authorities. The incident also sent three family members to the hospital....
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Minneapolis chief communications officer fired amid allegations of theft from employees - Star Tribune
Minneapolis chief communications o...
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Becker County declares local state of emergency after EF-2 tornado damage
Officials are working with Homeland Security for state, and potentially federal disaster relief.
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Minneapolis chief communications officer fired amid probe into alleged cash, credit card theft
Adam Fetcher, a former press secretary in the Obama Administration, was ousted following allegations that he stole from colleagues.
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West Virginia town fires entire police force after chief resigns, sergeant alleges evidence room break-in
A petition from local residents demands transparency and reinstatement of a West Virginia police chief after what residents call government overreach by a newly elected city council....
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Lawsuit alleges Target failed to warn consumers of water beads that killed 10-month-old child
A wrongful death lawsuit filed this week claims Target negligently marketed a toy to children without warning buyers of a fatal ingestion hazard. A Wisconsin family sued the Minneapolis-based retailer in Hennepin County, claiming Target was aware of the risks a line of water b...
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Arrest in Minnesota COVID fraud case faces extradition hurdles
A path to trial in the United States has hit several roadblocks, putting a swift victory for law enforcement on hold in a nation President Trump has repeatedly disparaged....
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Twin Cities Live in Your Town: Lower St. Croix Valley, July 23
The week of July 20th, Twin Cities Live is highlighting some of the unique spots, restaurants, shopping, and people of Orono and Long Lake. All week, we’ll bring stories that feature this area – then on Thursday, July 23rd, Danny’s Kitchen + Bar will open their doors for our view...
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Faribault council extends data center environmental review to 2027 after court ruling
Faribault city leaders have agreed to give a data center developer more time to complete the added environmental review for its massive project. The city council voted Tuesday to extend the supplemental environmental assessment worksheet (EAW) for Archer Datacenters to March 3...
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Millions of eye drops recalled nationwide due to potential foreign substance
A massive recall has pulled over 2.5 million bottles of a common prescription eye drop from store shelves due to the potential presence of a foreign substance....
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This Florida airport has a new name: President Donald J. Trump International Airport
Palm Beach International Airport in South Florida is now President Donald J. Trump International Airport.
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Cyclosporiasis map: 29 states now investigating diarrheal illness
At least 29 states are now investigating potential cases of cyclosporiasis, the parasite known to cause "explosive diarrhea," as it continues to spread across the U.S....
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Stepdad accused of sex assault as cops widen probe into girl’s lethal Benadryl ingredient dose
A Connecticut man is charged with allegedly sexually assaulting his 12-year-old stepdaughter, as authorities continue investigating the girl's death.
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Mexico to request criminal charges over deaths following fatal shooting of Houston man by ICE agents
MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico will request criminal charges over 17 Mexicans who died in ICE custody or during immigration enforcement operations by the Trump administration, officials said Thursday. Mexican Foreign Minister Roberto Velasco’s announcement Thursday morning further esc...
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MN fraud: Day care owner, Feeding Our Future defendant pleads guilty to wire fraud and conspiracy
A woman involved with Minneapolis day care fraud and the Feeding Our Future scheme pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud and conspiracy to defraud the United States....
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A taste of the World Cup: 8 teams, 8 cuisines, one delicious quarterfinals
From Argentina’s chorizo sausage sandwiches to British fish and chips, get a flavor of the World Cup countries still in the game at these Minnesota restaurants....
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Vetaw: Why I support testing Skydio drones in Minneapolis
They would be dispatched only in response to 911 calls ― not to conduct random surveillance or patrol neighborhoods.
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Trump admin uncovers 7,100% surge in Medicare skin substitute claims, says fraud crackdown blocked millions
The Trump administration revealed new figures that show a drastic 7,100% spike in Medicare claims for skin substitutes in just six years.
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RandBall: Five games that will make or break the Vikings this season
The Vikings find themselves in a familiar position with quarterbacks and expectations. A handful of key games could determine their future.
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Twins starter Bailey Ober to return to action Thursday vs. Guardians
Starting pitcher Bailey Ober will take the mound for the Twins on Thursday, his first appearance since elbow inflammation placed him on the injured list in late May. Ober’s last start for the Twins came on May 30 against Pittsburgh. His return to the big-league roster comes a...
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Duluth diocese pushes Monsignor Joseph Buh toward sainthood
The Diocese of Duluth is pushing for notable missionary, Monsignor Joseph Francis Buh, to be put forward as a potential candidate for sainthood. Bishop Daniel Felton advocated for Buh by consulting the bishops of the United States during the June 2026 Spring Plenary Assembly o...
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71 cats living in filthy conditions at MN home rescued by Animal Humane Society
The Animal Humane Society says many of the 71 rescued cats
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Southern MN residents rescued from homes during Wednesday flash floods
Mower County deputies helped rescue several residents from their homes as heavy rains led to flash flooding in southern Minnesota on Wednesday.
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US star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans’ World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks, a person familiar with the injury said Thursday. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the diagnosis, ...
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US star Christian Pulisic fractured his leg in World Cup loss to Belgium
U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured his right leg during the Americans’ World Cup loss to Belgium and will be sidelined for several weeks. Pulisic has a bone bruise and a microfracture of his tibia and fibula, the U.S. Soccer Federation said Thursday. The diagnosis was made aft...
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Syria set to be removed from US state sponsored terrorism list
The Trump administration is taking steps to amend one of the longest-running U.S. foreign policy designations by removing Syria from the State Sponsors of Terrorism list....
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Former Olympian David Hearn pleads not guilty in Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool damage case
A former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty Thursday to charges that he deliberately damaged the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a case his attorneys and other critics of the Trump administration have called politically motivated....
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Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (July 10–12)
It's a packed weekend in Minnesota with rodeos, music festivals, and a cheesy tribute to one of the state's most beloved burgers.
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Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (July 10–12) - FOX 9 Minneapolis-St. Paul
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this w...
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I-90 in southern Minnesota reopens after overnight flooding
A stretch of I-90 in southern Minnesota reopened Thursday after overnight flooding, but high water is still causing problems in Mower County. Austin police confirmed Thursday morning that roads, including I-90, reopened after an additional four-to-six inches of rain overwhelme...
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Minnesota weather: Seasonable warmth and lower humidity Thursday
Thursday brings sunshine, seasonable temperatures, and lower humidity across Minnesota before the heat begins building again this weekend.
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US home prices hit an all-time high as sales slow and mortgage rates rise
Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes slowed in June, but a key measure of home prices climbed to an all-time high, adding to affordability challenges for prospective homebuyers. Existing home sales fell 2.4% last month from May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.09 mill...
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Flash flooding closed highways in southern MN on Wednesday
Parts of Austin, Minn. saw five inches of rain during Wednesday's storms.
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Former Olympian pleads not guilty in Reflecting Pool damage case after Trump alleged vandalism
WASHINGTON (AP) — A former Olympic canoe racer pleaded not guilty on Thursday to deliberately damaging the recently renovated Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, a politically charged case that his defense attorneys and other Trump administration critics have derided as an abuse of...
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Charlie Kirk murder: Judge orders redactions to suspect Tyler Robinson's ex-lover’s video testimony
A recorded interview with the roommate of the man accused of killing conservative activist Charlie Kirk could be played in court Thursday as the preliminary hearing to determine whether Tyler Robinson will stand trial enters its final days....
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Renewed US-Iran strikes threaten fragile ceasefire
United States military forces launched a new round of strikes against Iran on Thursday, with Iran responding by targeting U.S. allies in the region.
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US jobless claims dip modestly to 215,000 last week as layoffs remain at historically healthy levels
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits dipped slightly last week as layoffs in the U.S. remain historically low. U.S. applications for jobless aid in the week ending July 4 ticked down by 2,000 to 215,000, the Labor Department reported Thursday...
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Battery-Powered Yard Tools to Invest in
If yard work already feels like a workout, the last thing you need is a gas-powered tool that fights back. Consumer Reports says battery-powered tools are quieter, lower maintenance and many now go toe-to-toe with gas models in performance tests. Paul Hope from Consumer Reports b...