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$6 million to relieve one of our most stressful bathroom breaks
The Orpheum Theatre project will ease things for “Hamilton” and “Wicked” fans as it unites the playhouse with the building next door.
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Molly says expect higher humidity and above-normal temperatures to kick off the workweek
We keep the rain out of the forecast with plenty of sunshine, muggy conditions and a high of 86 degrees on your Monday. Showers and thunderstorms will roll through the far southern portion of the state overnight and into the early Tuesday morning hours. We stay unsettled through ...
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Ben Jones, good ol’ boy ‘Dukes of Hazzard’ actor and 2-term US House member, dies at 84
Ben Jones, who played the good ol’ boy mechanic in “The Dukes of Hazzard” TV series and parlayed his fame into a political career and two terms in the U.S. House, has died. He was 84. Jones had a heart attack in his home Sunday in Washington, Virginia, as he was waiting to watch ...
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St. Paul police shoot person outside Regions Hospital after domestic dispute call
A domestic assault call reportedly involving an armed suspect led to St. Paul police shooting a person outside Regions Hospital Monday morning, police say....
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18 prepared foods under alert as jalapeño Salmonella outbreak sickens 345
Health officials said the recall covers prepared wraps, bowls and salads distributed across 24 states.
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Authorities ID the officer who fatally shot a Black man on a bike in Madison, Wisconsin
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Investigators on Monday released the name of the Madison police officer who shot and killed a 38-year-old Black man in July — a shooting that was captured on video and sparked protests that put Wisconsin’s capital city on edge over how authorities treat peopl...
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Jon Pardi, Train headline Minnesota’s Lakefront Music Fest 2027
Jon Pardi, Train and Lee Brice are coming to Minnesota next summer for the 18th annual Lakefront Music Fest, and more artists will be announced soon. The announcement comes just a month after this year’s fundraiser in Prior Lake, which brings thousands to the area each year. Trai...
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Trump officials propose new scrutiny of food additives and ingredients
U.S. health officials on Monday proposed a rule change that would require food manufacturers to notify regulators before introducing new ingredients or additives into processed or packaged foods....
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Trump officials propose new requirements for food additives and ingredients
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. health officials on Monday proposed a rule change that would require food manufacturers to notify regulators before introducing new ingredients or additives into processed or packaged foods . The proposal would change a decades-old policy that advocates hav...
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ICE to equip every officer with body cams by end of August
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement announced this weekend they are hoping to have every officer and agent in the field equipped with body-worn cameras by the end of August....
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Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg's yacht crew did not respond to maritime distress call: report
A crew who called for emergency maritime help after their boat ran out of fuel reportedly didn't receive a response from the crew of Mark Zuckerberg’s luxury yacht, who missed their call....
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USDA: SNAP enrollment drops by 5.3 million following new work rules - State-by-state breakdown
New data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows that as of April 2026, there are 5.3 million fewer people receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits compared to September 2025, the end of the federal government’s fiscal year 25. The decline ...
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WHO says Congo’s fast-moving Ebola outbreak started months before it was declared
BUNIA, Congo (AP) — The fastest-growing Ebola outbreak on record started in February, months before it was officially declared in mid-May, the World Health Organization said Monday as responders in eastern Congo struggle to catch up. The WHO regional director for Africa, Dr. Moha...
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Hudson Fire Department referendum: Tax levy hike on November ballot
As Hudson faces longer firefighter response times and growing number of calls for service, voters will now be tasked with a big questions on the ballot this November: Raise taxes or add full-time firefighters. City council has approved the referendum, which if passed, would raise...
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Taylor Farms recalls jalapeno products over salmonella concerns
Taylor Fresh Foods, parent company of Taylor Farms, is voluntarily recalling some products that include jalapenos because of worries about a possible salmonella contamination. The announcement comes a few weeks after Taylor Farms voluntarily recalled its iceberg lettuce products ...
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Must See Museum: Lepak Larson House
Tucked inside Shoreview’s Heritage Park, the Lepak Larson House is a beautifully restored 130-year-old farmhouse that takes visitors back to the charm of 1930s Minnesota. The Shoreview Historical Society took over the historic property in 2022 and lovingly brought it back to life...
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So Minnesota: Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary
Tucked away in Minneapolis, a stunning garden and bird sanctuary holds a one-of-a-kind title in U.S. history. Joe Mazan takes us on a beautiful journey to discover what makes this remarkable natural treasure so special. Learn more here . The post So Minnesota: Eloise Butler Wildf...
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College Recruitment Tips
Greek life has been a vibrant part of college culture for centuries, and Minnesota Live is diving into the exciting world of sorority and fraternity rush today. Potential new members go through a recruitment process each year to earn their spot in one of these storied organizatio...
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Money Monday: Fractional Ownership
It’s Money Monday on Minnesota Live, and cabin season is in full swing — but owning a dreamy North Shore getaway isn’t always in the budget. Ann Kent from the Kent Group , part of Edina Realty, stopped by to share a brilliant option called fractional ownership that lets you enjoy...
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Beyond the Gold Event
On August 16th, hockey history comes alive when Olympic gold medal athletes from four legendary gold medal teams share one unforgettable stage for a single spectacular night. It was 46 years ago that Team USA pulled off what many call the greatest upset in sports history, with Mi...
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Happy 100th Birthday, Virginia Ostman!
Minnesota Live is celebrating a remarkable milestone with Minnetonka viewer Virginia Ostman, who is turning 100-years old today! Virginia is surrounded by an incredible family that includes 5 kids, 13 grandkids, 16 great-grandkids and 9 great-great-grandkids. She loves Wheel of F...
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Minnesota weather: Very warm, humid Monday before isolated storms return tonight
Monday brings hazy sunshine and highs in the 80s across much of Minnesota before isolated thunderstorms develop for some this evening.
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Washington grapples with a National Guard deployment extended until 2029
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s been 12 months since President Donald Trump announced a crime emergency in Washington, pledging to make the city “safe and beautiful” and deploying the National Guard. But a mission that seemed temporary has been extended through January 2029 . Residents an...
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GOP primary for Minnesota governor tests Trump’s political muscle
Republican voters face a defining choice: Follow Trump’s endorsement or nominate a candidate who could be more competitive in November.
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Immigration, fraud shape high-stakes Democratic Senate primary in Minnesota
Tuesday’s matchup between Angie Craig and Peggy Flanagan will test which flank of the Democratic Party is most energized.
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Michele Tafoya’s star power faces a conservative test in GOP Senate primary
Tafoya will face Adam Schwarze and Royce White in Tuesday’s primary election to set up November’s ballot.
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In the CEO’s words: Despite flight cuts, Allegiant is committed to grow in the Twin Cities
Following the acquisition of Minneapolis-based Sun Country Airlines, Allegiant Travel CEO Greg Anderson said he wants to protect ‘as much flying in MSP as possible.’...
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Below the surface of Stillwater’s synchronized swimming dynasty
One of Minnesota’s most dominant athletic programs can be found in the deep end of the pool.
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A first look at Bill’s Bait Shop, where nostalgia is the catch of the day
No bobbers here, but you will find walleye baskets, a thick burger and old school lawn chairs on the patio at this Minneapolis newcomer.
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Iran won't reopen Strait of Hormuz without US concessions and other Mideast developments
Iran is insisting that the U.S. meet its demands in negotiations before the Strait of Hormuz reopens.
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Typical August Weather with T-Storms possible in the overnight hours this week.
Hazy Sunshine Today in the Twin Cities with Muggy Conditions ( dew points in mid 60s ) and highs in the mid 80s with Light East-Northeast Winds at 5 to 10 mph. Partly to Mostly Cloudy Tonight with Spotty T-Storms possible between 9 p.m. Tonight and 9 a.m. Tuesday with the highest...
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Launching at the Ordway, ‘Dirty Dancing’ takes another run at Broadway
A new team is betting that familiar songs, fresh chemistry and one famous lift can help the show make the leap from St. Paul.
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Reusse: Gophers football is positioned to rise again in Year 10 under P.J. Fleck
Drake Lindsey could force Fleck to open up the offense, Darius Taylor is back and the schedule is favorable. This columnist expects at least six Big Ten wins....
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Florida men wielding hatchet and machete clash in Publix parking lot, police say
Two Florida men have been charged with aggravated battery after allegedly taking up arms — one with a machete and one with a hatchet — in a Publix parking lot....
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Vang: Let’s hang on a minute before we cancel Mayor Kaohly Her
The investigation is still underway, but that hasn’t stopped an awful lot of people from acting as though it’s over.
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UEFA, CONCACAF and AFC accuse FIFA of ‘deception’ and ‘breach of trust’ over World Cup plans
UEFA, CONCACAF and the AFC believe that FIFA president Gianni Infantino’s recent plans to sell an interest in the World Cup was a “fundamental breach of trust” with the institutions world soccer’s governing body serves. In an “open letter to the football family” revealed on Monda...
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Kim Kardashian’s LA home burglarized, suspect accused of taking car for ‘joyride’: California Post reports
Kim Kardashian's home near Calabasas was reportedly broken into, and a man allegedly took one of her vehicles out for a “joyride," according to a report from the California Post....