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Lavender Magazine ending publication after 31 years covering Minnesota's LGBTQ+ community
A longtime voice for Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ community is closing its final chapter, printing its last publication following a more than three-decade run.
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Minnesota man convicted of preparing more than $1M in fake tax returns for clients
A Minnesota tax preparer has been found guilty of preparing false tax returns for clients, resulting in more than $1 million in fraudulent losses.
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Johns Hopkins University lays off 110 workers after losing some federal funding
Johns Hopkins University laid off about 110 employees, citing significant cuts to federal research funding. Here's what to know.
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Appeals court rejects Trump EPA bid to abandon rule restricting deadly soot pollution
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal appeals court on Friday rejected the Environmental Protection Agency’s attempt to abandon a Biden-era rule that sets tough standards for deadly soot pollution. The unanimous ruling by a three-judge panel is a setback for the Trump administration’s dere...
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Right-hand man of Feeding Our Future ringleader taken into custody in Somalia
A central player in the massive Feeding Our Future fraud scheme has been “taken into custody” in Somalia, the U.S. Attorney’s Office confirmed to 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS. Abdikerm Eidleh, considered the right-hand man of the scandal’s ringleader, Aimee Bock, was taken into custody F...
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Texas leaders approve Bible stories as required reading in schools
The Texas Board of Education has approved controversial changes to required reading lists for Texas public school students. They now include Bible passages....
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Buttigieg was briefly separated from his children after police say he was target of false report
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg was the target of an anonymous report that police determined was false and that he says forced him to spend a night away from his four-year-old twins. Buttigieg wrote in a Substack post that a Michigan State Police ...
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Anderson: The life and good times of Ted Burger — and the identical twin brother he left behind
Outdoor enthusiasts Ted and Bud Burger founded Burger Brothers sporting goods stores in the Twin Cities before retiring to the Northwoods.
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Qualls running mate was on Capitol grounds during Jan. 6 attack
Brian Nicholson, a businessman chosen by Republican-endorsed candidate Kendall Qualls to run as his lieutenant governor, said in a statement to the Star Tribune he wanted to show support for “the greatest president of my lifetime” and that he left “when things turned violent.”...
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Pride Beer Dabbler 2026
Pride Beer Dabbler 2026. The post Pride Beer Dabbler 2026 first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News.
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Colonial Market owner closes south Minneapolis location due to sharp drop in business following Metro Surge
During the peak of last year’s immigration crackdown, Colonial Market owner Daniel Hernandez was a fixture: appearing beside the mayor after a high-profile federal sting on Lake Street; batting down ICE rumors on social media; and delivering free meals when customers were afraid ...
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Massachusetts House passes bill protecting libraries from book bans
Lawmakers in Massachusetts are hoping to put into law a bill to give librarians more authority to protect against book bans in schools and libraries.
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Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement with US in 'first step' toward peace, Rubio says
Secretary of State Marco Rubio along with Israel and Lebanon's ambassadors announced a framework agreement Friday that was described as a first step toward peace following months of conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah....
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Rep. Tom Emmer faces backlash for telling Somalis to 'go the hell back to where they came from'
Rep. Tom Emmer is facing backlash from Democrats for his comments at a recent town hall saying Somalis who "don't assimilate" should "go the hell back to where they came from."...
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Nancy Guthrie: TMZ receives new email claiming to have video evidence of suspect
A person claiming to know the identity of Nancy Guthrie's abductors has contacted TMZ again. The message claims a secured phone holds videos, photos, names, and ages of the suspects....
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Colorado mom allegedly bought alcohol daily for 16-year-old daughter found dead with 173 empty bottles
A Colorado mother has been charged in connection with the death of her 16-year-old daughter, who prosecutors say drank herself to death and had 173 empty alcohol bottles hidden in her bedroom....
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Inver Grove Heights council pauses data centers amid lawsuit threat
Inver Grove Heights leaders approved a one-year pause on data centers on Friday which includes a proposed project. The Inver Grove Heights City Council voted 3-2 to approve a one-year moratorium on data centers, including the proposed 50,000-square foot data center on Carmen ...
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St. Peter officer shot during standoff to be released from hospital, procession planned
St. Peter Police Officer Austin Buss is set to be released from the hospital Friday after he was shot during a standoff on June 18. He will be escorted home by a procession along Highway 169....
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How is accessibility addressed at the Special Olympics USA Games?
Multiple organizations teamed up to provide innovative and comfortable experiences for athletes and fans.
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Brooklyn Park Police say camera program speeds up emergency response
Almost a year after its launch, Brooklyn Park authorities are reminding residents and business owners to participate in its safe community camera program. The Brooklyn Park Police Department launched the program, which allows community members register or share access to came...
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Rep. Tom Emmer says Somalis should ‘go the hell back to where they came from’
Emmer’s characterization of Somalis over the past year is a stark contrast from his early relationship with the relatively large voting bloc in his district....
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Waxing kit recall expanded due to overheating concerns
The recall for a popular waxing kit has been expanded due to possible fire and risks after some have reported overheating.
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Minneapolis NAACP demands firing of city housing head, threatens lawsuit over Heritage Park conditions
The Minneapolis NAACP is calling for Minneapolis Public Housing Authority (MPHA) Executive Director Abdi Warsame to resign or be fired, following what the organization describes as widespread neglect and unacceptable conditions at the Heritage Park public housing complex. NAAC...
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Some Minnesota childcare providers now have to track attendance electronically
Childcare providers who receive state funding through the Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) will have to begin submitting electronic attendance records to the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCFY). The rollout began June 22 for licensed childcare centers in the...
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State Rep. Elliott Engen pleads not guilty to charges in DWI arrest
Republican State Rep. Elliott Engen pleaded not guilty on Friday to all charges stemming from a DWI arrest in March. A White Bear Lake police officer stopped Engen just before 2 a.m. March 27 on suspicion of speeding, according to a police report. RELATED: Police: Rep. Elli...
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Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump on Friday threatened a 100% tax on imports from any country that imposes a tax on digital services from United States companies. In a post on social media, Trump took aim at European countries that he said are discussing “imminent” impleme...
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Mistrial declared after jury deadlocks in Palisades Fire trial
A federal judge declared a mistrial in the trial of Jonathan Rinderknecht, the man charged with setting a fire that officials said eventually became the Palisades Fire....
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Pilot killed in plane crash near Winona Municipal Airport
A pilot died Thursday evening after a small plane crashed near a runway at the Winona Municipal Airport.
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University of Minnesota approves 3.8% tuition hike amid millions in budget cuts
University of Minnesota students will pay a more to attend after university leaders approved a tuition increase on Friday, amid budget cuts. After a two-week public comment period, the University of Minnesota Board of Regents voted Friday to approve a 3.8% tuition hike, citin...
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Giraffe that escaped Texas ranch spotted by helicopter, manager says
A giraffe that escaped a ranch in the Texas Hill Country two weeks ago has been located, according to the manager of the ranch.
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Mosquitos carrying West Nile virus found in three Twin Cities counties
The samples were found on June 17 at one location in Hennepin County, two in Ramsey and one in Dakota County, the Metropolitan Mosquito Control District said....
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Another Bloomington chip factory expands to meet smart TV, data center demands
Seagate planning 64,500-square-foot expansion to its factory along I-494 corridor, following additions at Polar and SkyWater.
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The Minnesota Historical Society Free Events
The Minnesota Historical Society is opening the doors to several of its historic sites and museums tomorrow — completely free. Visitors can explore popular destinations including Split Rock Lighthouse, the Mille Lacs Indian Museum & Trading Post, Mill City Museum, Oliver Kelle...
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Minneapolis police investigate deadly Clinton Avenue shooting
Minneapolis police are investigating a shooting after one man was killed and another was critically injured early on Friday morning. According to investigators, officers responded to the 2500 block of Clinton Avenue South at about 12:45 a.m. after multiple reports of gunfire. ...
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Ex-Trump adviser John Bolton pleads guilty in classified files case
John Bolton served as national security adviser in President Donald Trump’s first administration before he later became a critic of Trump.
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Lin-Manuel Miranda has a Minnesota adventure
The ‘Hamilton’ superstar and other celebs were recently spotted in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
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South Minneapolis shooting leaves man dead, police investigate second gunshot victim
Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed in south Minneapolis early Friday, with a second man later turning up to a hospital with gunshot wounds....
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Tyler Robinson set to return to court for hearing on prosecutors' conduct, death penalty
Tyler Robinson, the man accused of fatally shooting Charlie Kirk in September 2025, is set to return to court Friday for a virtual hearing.
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Inver Grove Heights City Council discussing proposed data center moratorium
The Inver Grove Heights City Council is holding a rare early-morning meeting on a proposed moratorium on the development of data centers after the discussion was abruptly rescheduled earlier this week....
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SNAP junk-food purchase restrictions take effect July 1 in Arkansas — See what other states have bans
Arkansas is implementing restrictions on food purchases by SNAP recipients and banning them from using their taxpayer-funded food assistance benefit to purchase junk food, joining other states too....
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Parts of two busy Twin Cities highways to close this weekend
Detours will be in place on stretches of I-94 and Crosstown Hwy. 62 from Friday night to Monday morning.
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Social Security July payment schedule: Here’s when recipients get their checks
Social Security July payment dates are set for millions of Americans. Here’s when recipients can expect to receive their checks.
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Funday Friday: Trickster Tacos Food Truck
It’s Funday Friday on Minnesota Live, and the team welcomed the vibrant Trickster Tacos food truck right into their parking lot for a delicious celebration of Indigenous flavor. Known for their irresistible fry-bread tacos, this beloved food truck has been rolling incredible flav...
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Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota
Minnesota is buzzing with energy as the Special Olympics USA Games take center stage across the state. Reporter Kristin Haubrich caught up with two inspiring athletes as they geared up for the thrill of competition. The post Special Olympics USA Games in Minnesota first appe...