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Grisly discovery from legendary Roman emperor's reign reveals soldiers' remains, weapons
A Roman military camp from the reign of Marcus Aurelius was unearthed near Šurany, Slovakia — with a soldiers' skeletal remains, weapons and rare gate designs found at the site....
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Here they come again: Twin Cities tributes to Dolly Parton
First Avenue and Flip Phone each announced celebrations of the country queen following her death. And they’ve been hosting these shows for years.
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1 dead, 2 hospitalized following Little Canada house fire
One person is dead and two others were hurt in a house fire Tuesday morning in Little Canada. According to Little Canada Fire Chief Don Smiley, firefighters arrived to a fully involved house fire on the 2900 block of Edgerton Street around 6:15 a.m. Once the fire was knocked down...
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More rain is on the way – Chris
After yesterday’s soaking rainfall, we’re getting a much-needed break today with sunshine, lower humidity, and more comfortable temperatures. Tonight stays mostly clear and seasonably cool, with lows falling into the low 50s. Wednesday brings partly cloudy skies and highs in the ...
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Minnesota mail-in voting will proceed normally after Supreme Court tosses Trump order
President Donald Trump attempted to give the U.S. Postal Service new powers to determine who gets mail-in ballots just weeks before the midterms.
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Former Hudson teacher pleads guilty to child sex crimes in Wisconsin
A former Hudson teacher pleaded guilty on Monday in one of two child sex crime cases against her. In St. Croix County, Wisconsin, 25-year-old Abigail Faust pleaded guilty to child enticement-sexual conduct and second-degree sexual assault of a child. The case involved two 15-year...
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Minnesota cannabis sales top $250 million over 10-month period
Minnesota's legal cannabis market has surpassed $250 million in combined adult-use and medical sales since the recreational market opened.
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Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Sept. 19–21)
Whether you're hunting for hidden treasures, soaking up live entertainment, or diving into a world-class collectibles show, this weekend has something for everyone across the Twin Cities....
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Alleged Medicaid Fraudster who initially fled country, released from federal custody
A Twin Cities man accused of stealing nearly $1.3 million from a Medicaid program meant to help people with disabilities find housing was released from federal custody on GPS monitoring and home confinement after pleading not guilty in the case....
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Kennedy Center will close for renovations after judge blocks returning Trump's name to building
The Trump-aligned Kennedy Center board voted on Tuesday to close most of the iconic performing arts venue just hours after a federal judge blocked the institution from returning President Donald Trump's name to the building....
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NBA says it looked at precedent before doling out Clippers’ penalties for cap circumvention
NEW YORK (AP) — NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said the league looked at precedent before taking away five first-round draft picks from the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing salary cap rules, though noted that the decision was difficult because of the impact it could have on t...
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Silver says NBA looked at precedent before doling out Clippers’ penalties for cap circumvention
NEW YORK (AP) — NBA Commissioner Adam Silver wanted to impose a significant punishment on the Los Angeles Clippers for circumventing salary cap rules, even while understanding the impact it will have on fans hoping to see a winning team. Forfeiting five first-round draft picks mi...
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Iran war has cost the US more than $38B, budget office says
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. war against Iran has cost the Department of Defense more than $38 billion through Aug. 1, and will continue costing up to $3 billion a month or more depending on the intensity of the conflict, according to an assessment released Tuesday by the nonpartis...
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Kennedy Center board votes to close venue after judge blocks plan to honor Trump: report
The Kennedy Center’s Board of Trustees voted to close the iconic performing arts venue amid financial issues and an ongoing dispute over adding President Donald Trump’s name to the building, according to Associated Press reporting citing sources familiar with the vote....
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Minneapolis police seek suspect in 2021 death near Golden Valley Road
Minneapolis police are asking for the public’s help to identify a “strong person of interest” in the 2021 death of Ryan Whiteis-Saks, who is also known as Kane. Investigators say the victim was found dead with a gunshot wound to the head on Feb. 28, 2021, near Golden Valley Road....
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Opinion | Waymo could cost thousands their jobs. We want to change that.
Our proposed ordinance would protect jobs predominantly done by immigrants by requiring robotaxis to have human safety monitors in the car.
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America's most diverse states: See where your state ranks
The nation’s demographic landscape is becoming increasingly diverse, though cultural variety differs widely from state to state based on a new report.
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‘Peanuts’ fall collection from Starbucks
https://about.starbucks.com/stories/2026/do-a-happy-dance-see-the-new-starbucks-peanuts-fall-collection-inspired-by-the-great-pumpkin-and-pumpkin-spice-latte The post ‘Peanuts’ fall collection from Starbucks first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News ....
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Carleton College drops loans from financial aid, reducing long-term cost for many students
Loans will no longer be included in financial aid packages.
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FBI oversight hearing: Klobuchar presses Patel on fraud, cyberattacks, and shootings
U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar questioned FBI Director Kash Patel on several issues involving Minnesota during a Senate oversight hearing Tuesday, including fraud investigations, the fatal shootings Alex Pretti and Renee Good and recent cyberattacks targeting municipal water systems....
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USPS Operation Santa Program
https://www.uspsoperationsanta.com The post USPS Operation Santa Program first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .
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5 major sports leagues and players associations ask for protections from sports bettors’ threats
ATLANTA (AP) — Five professional sports leagues and their players associations have aligned forces to ask for protections for players and staff who face threats and harassment from sports bettors. The Associated Press obtained a copy of the letter sent Tuesday to gambling regulat...
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Nice but Cool Today then Coolest night in 4 months.
Today’s Weather in the Twin Cities is Partly Cloudy to Mostly Sunny this afternoon with Breezy West-Northwest Winds at 10 to 20 mph that will drop below 15 mph after 4 p.m and becoming Light this evening. Highs Today near 70 degrees then tonight will be Clear and Cool with Patchy...
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New ranking shows the best and worst states for teachers
A new ranking is revealing where teachers can find the strongest career opportunities.
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How indie star Phoebe Bridgers jumped to sold-out arenas
The second stop on the California strummer’s phone-less tour, St. Paul’s show is a good indicator of why she’s gotten so big.
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Judge blocks Kennedy Center board from putting Trump’s name on the building or grounds in any way
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge blocked the Kennedy Center on Tuesday from returning President Donald Trump ’s name to the iconic performing arts venue in a move meant to recognize his renovation efforts, saying it would violate an earlier ruling that his name was illegally add...
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Bird flu confirmed in Barron County commercial poultry flock
Avian influenza, also known as bird flu, has been identified in a commercial poultry flock in Barron County.
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Elk River High School cancels classes over bomb threat
Elk River High School canceled classes Tuesday after a bomb threat was directed at the school, police say.
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Elk River High School dismisses students early after bomb threat; police say nothing found
Elk River police say investigators have found nothing credible in the wake of a bomb threat that caused Elk River High School to dismiss students early Tuesday. Police told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS that they were first notified of the potential threat at 8:43 a.m., although the departme...
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American incomes finally top pre-pandemic levels, fighting against inflation all the way
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. household income finally topped pre- pandemic levels last year, a stark sign of how the past five years of rising prices have limited Americans’ earnings and purchasing power. Median U.S. household income rose a healthy 2.6% in 2025 from the previous year, ...
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Summit Brewing Company facing foreclosure, $8.2M in unpaid debt
Summit Brewing Company, one of Minnesota’s largest breweries, is facing foreclosure after its lender sued them over more than $8.2 million in unpaid debt....
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GOP delegation asks AG to review Moriarty decision before mass shooting
Minnesota's Republican congressional delegation is asking Attorney General Todd Blanche to review Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty's decision not to charge the gunman before this month's deadly mass shooting at a Loring Park high-rise....
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Prosecutors rule out death penalty for Nick Reiner in murder of his parents
Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced Tuesday that prosecutors will not seek the death penalty against Nick Reiner, who faces first-degree murder charges in the fatal stabbing of his parents, famed filmmaker Rob Reiner and photographer Michele Singer Reine...
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Minnesota Wild sign head coach John Hynes to multi-year deal
The Minnesota Wild are keeping head coach John Hynes in place for the foreseeable future, signing him to a multi-year contract extension after leading the franchise to its first playoff series victory in 11 years and helping establish the organization as a Stanley Cup contender. ...
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Duluth bans new single-family vacation rentals
A new ordinance is expected to help the city weed out the hundreds of illegal rentals that have proliferated in recent years.
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Melvin Carter, St. Paul’s former mayor, named CEO of national nonprofit FUSE
Former St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has taken over as CEO of FUSE, a national nonprofit focused on helping local governments problem-solve. Carter, who served St. Paul from 2017-2025, took over the job after a months-long national search that included more than 1,100 applicants, ...
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RandBall: NBA expansion could bring Timberwolves owners another $500 million windfall
As NBA franchise values soar, so does the price of entry. That could mean a massive early payday for incoming Wolves owner Marc Stad — and potentially a move to the Eastern Conference....
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Chrysler recalling over 200K Jeep SUV for a tire pressure issue
Chrysler’s new recall affects certain Jeep Cherokee and Wagoneer model vehicles manufactured between 2024 and 2026.
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20th annual Ian Leonard Bad Pants Open golf tournament raises money for special causes
Golfers are breaking out their wildest pants for a good cause at FOX 9 Chief Meteorologist Ian Leonard’s 20th annual Bad Pants golf tournament.
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Costco raises prices of Kirkland motor oil, limits how much shoppers can purchase
Costco shoppers who buy the Kirkland Signature full-synthetic motor oil will now be paying more as the warehouse store has raised the price and placed limits on how much consumers can purchase....
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Florida woman tosses bucket of feces on neighbor in love triangle: court records
A Florida woman was arrested after authorities say a lover’s triangle led to her tossing a bucket of feces on a woman she accused of sleeping with her husband....
business
Costco opening 10 new stores in the US and 4 in Canada as expansion continues - See where
Costco is continuing its expansion plans with 10 new locations in the U.S. and four in Canada opening over the next two months with more planned locations in the works....
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The Latest: Trump slams Supreme Court justices for rejecting his restrictions on voting by mail
President Donald Trump denounced the Supreme Court on Tuesday after it rejected his push to restrict mail-in voting in this year’s midterm elections, saying justices who opposed him are “not the people I interviewed.” His last-minute push to empower the U.S. Postal Service to ref...
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The Latest: Board votes to close Kennedy Center amid financial woes and name dispute, AP sources say
The board of the Kennedy Center voted on Tuesday to close over financial issues and a dispute over putting President Donald Trump’s name on the iconic performing arts venue, according to people familiar with the matter who spoke on condition of anonymity. The move came after a fe...
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Ford recalls nearly a quarter-million F-150 trucks over fuel tank defect
Ford is recalling nearly a quarter-million F-150 pickup trucks over a defect involving the front fuel tank becoming loose.
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US acknowledges for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space
WASHINGTON (AP) — The United States has confirmed for the first time that it has deployed weapons in space, a remarkable revelation after previous warnings about countries such as Russia possibly weaponizing a global frontier long agreed in treaties to be used for only peaceful p...