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A non-native shrimp species has established a self-sustaining population in Lake Superior and has now spread to all five Great Lakes, according to a study. Researchers said they found Hemimysis anomala, also known as the bloody red shrimp, in two locations at the Duluth-Superi...
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Officials from the Ohio Division of Wildlife stumbled upon thousands of mayflies in the middle of Ottawa County this week.
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More than 30 people have been charged in the disruption of a St. Paul church service during Operation Metro Surge.
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An unexpected mechanical pause left thrill-seekers stranded hundreds of feet in the air at Six Flags Over Georgia, according to a recently released video....
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One of the men facing charges in the deadly shooting in North Mankato that claimed the life of a 17-year-old is now accused of attempting to bribe the victim in a separate robbery case in Mankato....
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A Minneapolis man will spend more than 12 years in federal prison after investigators say he ran a major fentanyl trafficking operation and possessed illegal firearms across the Twin Cities....
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Minnesota’s 2026 primary election kicks off with early voting starting Friday, June 26, with major races include elections for governor and U.S. Senate. Here's what you should know:...
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The TSA announced a partnership with Google Wallet, allowing eligible travelers to enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID directly through the app. See the U.S. airports where it's available....
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A giraffe is on the lamb after escaping Texas ranch Monday.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its annual Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payment error rates (PER) for fiscal year 2025 on Wednesday, which shows nationwide, there were $10.1 billion in improper payments....
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Nara Organics, a premium alternative sold at Target, recalled its infant formula after cases of botulism hospitalized several infants, following a similar outbreak last year....
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The St. Francis school district said a failed stormwater management system caused the problem, and it’s unclear if it’ll be fixed in time for the Sept. 3 football opener....
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Fans questioned why Tuesday’s concert was called off, but Live Nation representatives pointed to lingering strikes in the area.
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The Special Olympics can offer a special bonding experience for parents who coach their children.
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A cross-country traveler from Boston is being recognized as a national hero after jumping into the Mississippi River to save a man trapped in a sinking truck....
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A series of armed robberies targeting food delivery drivers across Minneapolis earlier this year was the result of a coordinated months-long scheme, according to newly filed court documents. Minneapolis police say the suspects would lure drivers to specific south Minneapolis a...
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President Donald Trump will take the stage on the National Mall on Wednesday night, launching a multi-day celebration of America’s 250th birthday in the nation's capital....
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Governor Tim Walz is calling out President Donald Trump and his administration, saying the federal government is terrorizing Minnesotans in “a coordinated campaign of retribution.” Minnesotans are living through a coordinated campaign of retribution from the Trump Administrat...
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The former Stanley Cup winner and Minnesota Wild commentator is returning home to coach his daughters and sustain a strong community girls hockey program....
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A TikTok video of residents in a Shakopee neighborhood is going viral as they’re shown allegedly harassing a Somali family looking to buy a home.
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Convicted fraudster and Feeding Our Future founder Aimee Bock’s appeal of her criminal case is now proceeding in federal court. Bock was sentenced to 41 years in prison last month after a jury found her guilty on seven criminal charges related to her nonprofit’s pilfering of a...
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A federal judge on Wednesday permanently barred President Donald Trump’s administration from implementing most of his first executive order on elections, part of which sought to require people to show documentary proof of citizenship when they register to vote. The ruling by U.S....
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The Department of Justice says it needs more time to return the car of Renee Good to her widow, according to court documents filed this week. Good, 37, was shot and killed by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent in January while inside her SUV on Portland Avenue in...
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Buses replacing Blue Line trains June 29 – Aug. 19 The post Buses replacing Blue Line trains June 29 – Aug. 19 first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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A popular event returns to South Minneapolis on Wednesday night, inviting people to show off their cats in neighborhood windows. The ninth annual Wedge LIVE! Cat Tour is back in Mueller Park, where people can stroll through the neighborhood in search of cats. The tour began...
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Local nonfiction: Meg Gorzycki’s “Remember the Main” is about Northland activism and Bob Jansen’s Main Club.
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The downtown Minneapolis office building faces remains largely vacant, but developer 601 W struck a deal with its lender to restructure the property’s debt....
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Justice Thomas says the quiet part out loud in...
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Minnesota saw a soaking on Tuesday as rain pushed through most of the afternoon and evening. Here's a look at rainfall totals from across the state.
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President Donald Trump is accusing major oil companies of failing to pass along falling crude oil prices to consumers, suggesting motorists are being overcharged at the pump....
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President Donald Trump ratcheted up tensions with Senate Republicans on Wednesday, abruptly canceling plans to sign a bipartisan measure that could help spur more home construction....
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U.S. Central Command announced that a June 19 airstrike in northwest Syria killed senior ISIS leader Ali Husayn al-‘Ulaywi as part of ongoing efforts to eliminate terrorist threats....
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A pedestrian bridge replacement in Edina is underway, bringing road closures along Highway 62 in the months ahead. The city of Edina said the new Rosland Park pedestrian bridge is expected to open next summer. The Highway 62 westbound on-ramp from Valley View Road will be clos...
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Newly released data show the two states that tip the least sit alongside the Pacific Ocean. Meanwhile, the ones in the Ohio Valley have some of the best tippers, but not the best....
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Former Georgia congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene says she no longer supports the Republican Party.
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It’s Week 2 of the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour, and we’re back after being rained out last week in Loretto. This week, we head south to Sleepy Eye as the Indians take on the Stark Longhorns in Tomahawk East League action at Sleepy Eye Ballpark....
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It’s time for another exciting edition of Park Picks on Minnesota Live, and this week’s destination is the beautiful Wild River State Park in Chisago County — a perfect outdoor escape close to the Twin Cities. Park supervisor Kris Backlund stopped by to share everything you need ...
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Minnesota Live is proud to be your bird station, and this week that means shining a spotlight on the vibrant and beloved Loons and Lakes Festival happening in Crosslake. Now in its third year, this exciting event is hosted by the National Loon Center and kicks off this Friday. Lu...
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Minnesota Live is featuring Nevis this week for Water Tower Wednesday, following a suggestion from viewer Janice. The post Water Tower Wednesday: Nevis first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Liz from Twin Cities Live is cooking up something unexpected and delicious in her Minneapolis kitchen this morning. She’s joined by a special guest named Mish, who brings a savory twist to the classic breakfast staple of oatmeal. Catch more with Elizabeth and Ben Leber on Twin Ci...
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Minnesota Live is stepping outside today to explore the art of outdoor design, where fresh air meets stunning style. Many of the same beautiful design concepts that transform interiors can bring your exterior spaces to life too. Danielle Fields, editor-in-chief of Midwest Design,...
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A Minneapolis area father and son have been indicted for running a multimillion-dollar tax fraud scheme, according to court documents unsealed this month. 44-year-old LaMar Javis Burgess and his 23-year-old son, LaMar Dazjar Burgess, allegedly conspired to file false federal i...
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A Minneapolis temp staffing firm was recently impersonated as deepfakes proliferate and dupe job seekers.
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EL PASO, Texas – At the height of Operation Metro Surge in mid-January, Chachi was detained from his home in south Minneapolis. He was taken to the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building and on the same day, flown to El Paso, his body in shackles. The 20-year-old Ecuadorian na...
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Scientists hope the latest invasive species to establish in the Great Lake will only have a small impact on native species.
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The compact cookbook serves as both a keepsake from the Minnehaha Falls seafood stand and a way to bring a taste of summer home.
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Back Channel Brewing took the top prize at this year’s Brewers Cup, but the taproom’s lakeside setting is rather unbeatable, too.
