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Marine veteran Las Vegas officer killed in shooting; armed suspect also dead
The 30-year-old Marine veteran worked for the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department since November 2023.
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Salad and Go files for bankruptcy and will close all locations on Aug. 5
Salad and Go has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will permanently close all 70 locations following final guest service on Aug. 5. "This is a painful day for everyone who built, worked for and loved Salad and Go," the CEO said....
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Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in major victory for Democrats' progressive wing
Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan's Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate, narrowly defeating U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens in a victory for the party's progressive wing in a battleground state....
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Ford recalls over 86k Mustangs over loose pieces that could fly off
Ford’s latest recall covers Ford Mustang Mach E cars manufactured between 2023 and 2025, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration....
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Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge decried efforts to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol as he reluctantly dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against members of the far-right Oath Keepers extremist group at the Trump administration’s request . The ...
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Influencer Cesar Gastelum shot and killed during livestream
Mexican TikTok influencer Cesar Gastelum was shot and killed during a livestream at a fast-food restaurant, authorities said.
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How Abdul El-Sayed went from political oblivion to progressive breakthrough in Michigan Senate race
DETROIT (AP) — Abdul El-Sayed , a former public health official who harnessed Democratic frustration with the party establishment, narrowly defeated Rep. Haley Stevens in Michigan’s U.S. Senate primary, setting up a crucial test for progressives in a key battleground state . El-S...
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Navy veteran Tom Weiler running for GOP Senate nomination: Full interview
Tom Weiler, a Navy veteran, is continuing his primary campaign for U.S. Senate despite not winning the GOP nomination earlier this year. Last week, he spoke with FOX 9's Rob Olson....
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St. Paul workers begin work to clear Pig's Eye Park encampment
St. Paul workers are set to begin clearing a homeless encampment at Pig's Eye Park on Wednesday despite public pushback over the sweep.
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DNR discloses ‘unfortunate’ discovery of chronic wasting disease in a wild deer near Stillwater
A landowner told the DNR that the female deer was lethargic and unafraid of humans.
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Teen airlifted after ATV crash in northern Minnesota
A teen boy was airlifted to the hospital after an ATV crash in northern Minnesota, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. First responders say the 15-year-old boy was the only person on the ATV when it went off the road and into the trees. The crash caused the ATV to...
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What to Know About Turf
Minnesota Live is stepping outside and diving into the world of landscaping with a fresh and exciting look at one of the season’s most surprising trends. With warmer days inspiring big backyard dreams, now is the perfect time to start planning your next outdoor transformation. Ti...
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Park Picks: Grand Portage State Park
It’s another exciting edition of Park Picks on Minnesota Live, and this week the adventure takes us all the way to the breathtaking edge of Minnesota in Cook County. Grand Portage State Park is the stunning destination in the spotlight, and Park Supervisor Travis Novitsky joined ...
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KidCast: Mila Beauchane is Back
Minnesota Live has teamed up with Children’s Minnesota for an uplifting weekly segment called Kid Cast, where young patients step into the spotlight alongside our meteorologist to deliver the forecast. Today, the talented and spirited Mila Beauchane, 12, returns to the weather ce...
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Live in the Kitchen with Elizabeth: Italian-Style Sandwich
Summer on the water just got even better thanks to Twin Cities Live co-host Elizabeth Ries . She stopped by with a delicious and packable boat lunch that’s perfect for those sunny afternoons out on the lake. Find more of her recipes here . ITALIAN-STYLE SANDWICH Ingredients: Brea...
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Water Tower Wednesday: Sanborn
Water Tower Wednesday is back on Minnesota Live, and this week’s story is one for the history books — a water tower that was sold for just one dollar and given a whole new life in Sanborn, Minnesota. The post Water Tower Wednesday: Sanborn first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness ...
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Sea Life Snorkel Program
Sea Life at the Mall of America has made a splash by relaunching their exciting snorkel program inside Minnesota’s largest aquarium. Twin Cities Live reporter Kristin Haubrich suited up and dove right in to give viewers an up-close look at the experience. The post Sea Life Snorke...
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Minnesota weather: Sunshine and comfortable warmth Wednesday
Wednesday brings sunshine, blue skies and another comfortable day across Minnesota as the smoky haze continues to clear.
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Low Humidity and Sunshine Today then Increasing Humidity with chance for T-Storms over the Weekend.
Today’s Weather in the Twin Cities will bring Sunshine, Low Humidity and highs around 80 degrees with West-Southwest Winds at 5 to 15 mph. Partly Cloudy Tonight with low in the low 60s. Mainly Sunny on Thursday with highs in the low 80s and lows in the mid 60s by Friday morning. ...
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Live: St. Paul closing homeless encampment as part of larger dismantling of camps
The city will clear the large Pig’s Eye Park encampment on Wednesday, the first major closing of homeless camps in St. Paul in more than a year.
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Chipotle pulls jalapeños amid Minnesota salmonella outbreak
Minnesota health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak that could be linked to jalapeños served at Chipotle and other Mexican-style restaurants after the state identified over 100 cases. Of the 84 patients that health officials interviewed, 75 people reported eating C...
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Angie Craig’s exit tests whether Minnesota’s Second District is ready to move left
On Aug. 11, Democrats will choose between two progressive candidates and a moderate who is seeking to follow Craig’s political path.
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‘Back to the Future’ and Minnesota theater prepared Lea Thompson to direct
The Rochester native led the charge to bring ‘Anna Pigeon’ to TV.
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‘He knows that he needs to step up’: Why these four Vikings are breakout candidates in 2026
Two defenders, a running back and an offensive lineman are among the players positioned to either play more or play better for the Vikings this season....
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Fauci’s decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment tees up a legal debate and a contempt vote
WASHINGTON (AP) — Dr. Anthony Fauci’s decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment before Congress will be put to the test this week as a Republican-led committee prepares to vote to hold him in contempt and refer the matter to the Justice Department. A contempt finding could open the ...
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Reusse: What a beauty! One last skate for a pure Minnesota summer tradition
After 10 summers of NHL stars, college standouts, charity and camaraderie at Braemar Arena, Da Beauty League is taking its final lap.
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Olson: Why I’m suspicious of the Kaohly Her allegations ― and you should be, too
The accusations are so far one-sided, and come as the St. Paul Police Department is under the microscope and facing cuts.
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Takeaways from Tuesday's elections: Democrats' division on display in Michigan Senate race
The Democratic primary for Michigan's Senate seat hung on a razor's edge early Wednesday, with the unresolved race becoming the latest and most dramatic example of a lingering divide over political tactics and progressive ideology as the party seeks a path back to power....
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Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday
CAIRO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said a deal on the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday, as Iran and Oman inched toward an agreement to reopen the critical waterway and potentially help bring an end to the war . Israel and the U.S. originally cited goals inc...
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Trump says deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday
CAIRO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday, as Iran and Oman inched toward an agreement on the critical waterway that could ease pressure on the global economy and potentially help bring an end to the war ....
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Trump says deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come this week
CAIRO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump said a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz could come this week, as Iran and Oman inched toward an agreement on the critical waterway that could ease pressure on the global economy and potentially help bring an end to the war . The United ...
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Iran and the US say a Strait of Hormuz deal is close, but one or both would have to back down
CAIRO (AP) — Iran said Wednesday it is in the “final stage” of drafting an agreement with Oman over the Strait of Hormuz , and U.S. President Donald Trump has said a deal could be announced this week. That could potentially reopen the critical waterway, ease pressure on the world...
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Perez Hilton hospitalized following concerning TikTok livestream, wellness check
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast....
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This organ will play one composition until 2640. It’s redefining how slowly music can be played
HALBERSTADT, Germany (AP) — A small organ in eastern Germany is the headliner of the world’s slowest concert. It has been playing the same piece of music by composer John Cage at a glacial pace for nearly 25 years. A rare chord change on Wednesday — from seven notes to eight — re...
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Bobby Witt Jr. returns from back injury and leads Royals to 8-2 win over Twins
Bobby Witt Jr. had three hits and two RBIs in his return to the lineup Tuesday night, leading the Kansas City Royals to an 8-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Witt, who missed two weeks with back tightness , went 3 for 5 with a two-run double and scored twice. Randy Dobnak (2-0...
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2 men injured, 1 seriously, in south Minneapolis shooting
Two people were injured Tuesday afternoon in an apparent shooting that Minneapolis police are investigating. The incident was first reported around 2:57 p.m. as a “suspicious vehicle” call to police in the 3900 block of Stevens Avenue South. Later, as police investigated, it was ...
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Man involved in 2024 Dale Street Station murder sentenced to nearly 35 years in prison
A man has been sentenced after being convicted of second-degree murder for his role in killing a man in St. Paul in 2024 at Dale Street Station. Markus Antwon Jennings, 24, pleaded guilty to aiding and abetting second-degree murder and was sentenced to 418 months (34.8 years) in ...
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3 others charged in connection with May’s deadly attempted robbery in Mankato
Three additional people have been charged in an attempted robbery gone wrong that led to a 17-year-old’s death in Mankato. Court documents show three additional people have been charged: Devon Bruce Bakke, 18 Jaxon Richard Sageng, 18 Christa Marie Wolner, 53 All three are facing ...
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Viral video star, Minnesota seniors toast new law legalizing happy hours at assisted living facilities
A Champlin woman’s determination has helped bring legal happy hours to Minnesota’s assisted living and nursing homes for the first time.
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Twins owner Tom Pohlad vows to keep adding to payroll after trade deadline additions
Will the team’s fan base react with increased attendance at Target Field? Pohlad certainly hopes so.
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West Lake Okoboji boating crash in kills Sioux Falls man, injures 5 minors
Authorities are investigating a deadly boating crash on West Lake Okoboji that left one man dead and sent five minors to the hospital.
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Robby Albarado, two-time Preakness-winning jockey, dies at 52
Former jockey Robby Albarado, who won the Preakness twice, has died at age 52.
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Florida 3-year-old dies after tragic incident involving common play toy at babysitter's house
A Florida family is mourning its 3-year-old daughter after police said she became trapped in a toy kitchen play set while at a babysitter's home.
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Chronic wasting disease confirmed in wild deer near Stillwater
A wild deer found near Stillwater has tested positive for chronic wasting disease, prompting new action from the Minnesota DNR.
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Mike Lindell steps down as CEO of MyPillow to focus on governor bid
Lindell also announced he’s no longer a majority owner of the company he founded in 2004.