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F-16 plane crash near Traverse City; Evacuation order given, pilot in stable condition, officials say
Emergency services are responding to reports of a plane crash in Northern Michigan. According to the National Guard, the plane was an F-16 that originated from the Texas Air National Guard 149....
safety
Fergus Falls woman dies in head-on crash, man charged after drinking alcohol with medications
A Fergus Falls man is facing criminal vehicular homicide charges after a head-on crash took the life of a 51-year-old woman.
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Why the Federal Reserve is lifting rates now, and what it means
WASHINGTON (AP) — About six weeks ago, Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh announced that a divided central bank was keeping its key interest rate unchanged. But on Wednesday, the Fed’s rate-setting committee unanimously agreed to a rate hike , and nearly all policymakers signal...
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Hornets are sending Minnesotans to the ER — and into party mode
Hornets and wasps have caused a summer of bother in Minnesota and elsewhere. But some Minnesotans are celebrating them.
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Man who sprayed vinegar on Rep. Ilhan Omar sentenced to 14 months in prison
Anthony Kazmierczak pleaded guilty to assaulting a United States officer after spraying the substance on Omar during a town hall meeting.
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American Girl announces 2027 Girl of the Year from Wisconsin
American Girl has announced its 2027 Girl of the Year doll — and she's the first one from Wisconsin.
safety
Washington: As a Republican candidate’s plane goes down, conspiracy theories take off
There’s no evidence that what happened to Tom Tiffany’s plane was anything but an accident. But that hasn’t stopped wild speculation blaming both political parties....
Local
Lynx fans wanted Napheesa Collier’s 3-on-3 league to come to Minnesota. Now they’re getting it.
Unrivaled, the Miami-based league, is expanding to eight U.S. cities, with Minneapolis — one of its top markets for viewership — hosting three games Jan. 24....
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Striking Allina doctors worried about AI and loss of control over medical care
Doctors want better sick leave and other benefits from Allina Health, but they are particularly concerned about the health system’s ability to dictate how they practice medicine....
Local
Dry this afternoon then Rainy Friday.
Rainfall from last night into this morning around the Twin Cities ranged from .25″ to .75″ with some Heavier Amounts in Hennepin County and lesser amounts in Scott and Dakota Counties. The rest of Today brings Decreasing Clouds this afternoon and becoming Partly Cloudy to Sunny f...
safety
Eichorn defense calls prosecution request for 5-year sentence ‘unwarranted’
Defense attorneys for former state Sen. Justin Eichorn objected to the U.S. government’s proposed five-year prison sentence, calling such a punishment “unwarranted.” The Grand Rapids Republican pleaded guilty in May to a felony charge stemming from his arrest in a child sex sting...
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Watch: Man breaks free from handcuffs, punches deputy in Ohio courthouse escape
An Ohio man being transported from a courthouse to prison made a dramatic attempt to escape after breaking free from his restraints and assaulting deputies....
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Your fall scare fix is here: Dead End Hayride opens Friday
With just days remaining on the summer calendar, a popular fall attraction in Minnesota is ready to flip the page as the haunted hayride kicks off the season on Friday. Dead End Hayride at the Pinehaven Farm in Wyoming is set to open for the year with haunted rides, walk-through ...
government
Six years after retiring from WCCO, Pat Kessler is embracing new gig at rival station
Kessler retired following the 2020 election cycle after 36 years with WCCO.
Local
With mortgage rates on the rise, Twin Cities buyers already in retreat
House listings in Minnesota are on the rise, but sales of the most affordable homes aren’t. Agents blame higher mortgage rates, an uncertain economy and record prices....
government
How to vote early in Minnesota: Absentee voting begins Friday
Minnesota voters can start casting absentee ballots Friday ahead of the November general election. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon spoke Thursday on how voters can cast ballots before the Nov. 3 general election. According to the Minnesota Secretary of State’s Office , U...
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Epstein estate sued over his collection of child sexual abuse images
Two women filed a class action lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein’s estate after learning images of them as girls were contained in thousands of child sexual abuse materials seized by authorities....
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Man who sprayed Rep. Ilhan Omar with vinegar sentenced to 14 months in prison
A man who sprayed U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar with apple cider vinegar at a town hall meeting in the midst of Operation Metro Surge was sentenced to 14 months in prison Thursday....
Local
Former ICE agent makes first Hennepin Co. court appearance over Minneapolis shooting
Former ICE agent Christian Castro made his first court appearance in Hennepin County Thursday afternoon as he faces charges related to a shooting in Minneapolis during Operation Metro Surge....
schools
Mississippi school district released from federal desegregation order after 50 years
A Mississippi school district is no longer subject to a federal desegregation order after more than 50 years of court oversight.
Local
Wednesday rainfall totals: 1+ inches in Twin Cities metro, more rain expected Friday
Most of the Twin Cities metro received 0.5 inches to more than an inch of rain. Wednesday night, with some parts of western Minnesota getting 1.5 or more inches....
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Minnesota weather: Widespread soaking rain Friday with 2+ inches possible
A widespread soaking rain is moving into Minnesota on Friday, with some areas potentially picking up 2 or more inches. Here's what to expect.
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Claims for unemployment benefits drop to 196,000, lowest since mid-July as layoffs remain low
WASHINGTON (AP) — The number of people applying for unemployment benefits dropped sharply last week, another sign that layoffs remain rare and most Americans enjoy job security. The Labor Department reported Thursday that jobless claims slid to 196,000, the fewest since mid-July ...
parks
The Latest: Trump says EU allowing Canada as associate member could be a ‘hostile act’
President Donald Trump suggested that the European Union allowing Canada to become an associate member could be a “hostile act” and threatened to respond to the proposed move by imposing more tariffs on the bloc. Meanwhile, House Speaker Mike Johnson sent lawmakers home to campai...
business
The Latest: Federal judge orders Kennedy Center to provide 30 days’ notice of any building changes
A federal judge on Thursday ordered the Kennedy Center to provide 30 days’ notice before making any major physical changes to the building , including demolishing it, as President Donald Trump has threatened. Trump said Wednesday that without his efforts to restore the aging buil...
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Peter Max, iconic pop artist of the 1960s, dies at 88
Pop artist Peter Max, whose kaleidoscopic, cosmic-themed imagery helped define the visual language of the 1960s counterculture, died at 88.
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West Virginia woman charged in death of ill husband she left on toilet for 19 hours
A West Virginia woman is accused of leaving her frail and ailing husband on the toilet for 19 hours, an act investigators say contributed to his death....
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'Superhero': 6-year-old stabbed during deadly rampage praised for seeking help
Investigators are hailing a 6-year-old boy’s quick actions in the wake of a stabbing spree that left four people dead in South Louisiana.
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Minnesota weather: Dry, tranquil Thursday as clouds and fog slowly fade
Thursday is mostly dry as lingering clouds and fog gradually clear for patchy afternoon sun. Soaking rain moves into central and southern Minnesota Friday, with 1-3+ inches possible....
business
Struggling US home buyers, and market, face new hurdles as mortgage rates near 7%
Home shoppers holding out for relief from rising mortgage rates may be in for a long wait. The weekly average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate home loan has been rising for months and reached its highest level in over 14 months last week at 6.76%, according to mortgage buyer Freddie ...
business
US mortgage rates brush 7%, weighing on buyers, sellers and further straining a bleak housing market
Home shoppers holding out for relief from rising mortgage rates may be in for a long wait. The weekly average rate on a 30-year fixed-rate home loan has been rising for months and this week climbed to just below 7% — its highest level in over 19 months. The benchmark 30-year fixe...
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Federal audit seeks $47M refund from UnitedHealthcare
The Eden Prairie-based health care giant called the report “flawed” and defended risk calculation practices that have stoked controversy across the industry....