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In-N-Out Burger mass shooting motive still in question
Investigators in southern Idaho are still piecing together why a 24-year-old man opened fire at an In-N-Out Burger in Twin Falls over the weekend, killing three people and injuring seven others before turning the gun on himself....
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Coldcard wallet attack drains up to $89M in Bitcoin from 1,200+ addresses
Security researchers said a software flaw may have allowed attackers to steal roughly $70 million worth of bitcoin in less than an hour. Here's what to know....
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MN lawmaker shootings: Vance Boelter makes first appearance on state charges
Vance Boelter made his first appearance in state court after being sentenced to life in prison on federal charges in the shootings of Rep.
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Mike Lindell violated campaign laws with MyPillow handout, complaint alleges
A new complaint alleges that Mike Lindell, MyPillow CEO and Republican governor candidate, violated Minnesota’s campaign laws when he gave out free pillows at a Fourth of July parade....
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New talks are 'last chance' for Iran to forge a deal and avoid escalation of US strikes, Trump says
President Donald Trump has played this hand before during the 5-month-old Iran war — but this time, he insists it's different.
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Red Sox get All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from AL East rival Orioles, AP source says
The Boston Red Sox are acquiring All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because deadline deal hadn’t been announced. The 28-year-old R...
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Red Sox get All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from AL East rival Orioles
The Boston Red Sox acquired All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman from the Baltimore Orioles on Monday for a package that includes three of their top prospects. The 28-year-old Rutschman is hitting .251 with eight home runs and 47 RBIs this season. He earned an All-Star nod for the th...
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Padres acquire former Cy Young winner Robbie Ray from Giants for another playoff push
The San Diego Padres acquired veteran left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants on Monday in a deadline trade for two prospects. The Padres (58-54) have won eight of nine to move one game back of the final NL wild-card playoff position, and this latest surge in their u...
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Padres acquire Robbie Ray from Giants, Casey Mize from Tigers for another playoff push
The San Diego Padres’ surge before the trade deadline was enough to persuade general manager A.J. Preller to take yet another couple of huge swings at a postseason push. The Padres acquired left-hander Robbie Ray from the San Francisco Giants and right-hander Casey Mize from the ...
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Pirates give bullpen a boost by acquiring Luke Weaver from the Mets, AP source says
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant push to improve their beleaguered bullpen at the trade deadline , acquiring veteran right-hander Luke Weaver from the New York Mets, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal. Pittsburgh, looking to end a d...
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Pirates give bullpen a boost by acquiring Luke Weaver from the Mets
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant push to improve their beleaguered bullpen at the trade deadline Monday, acquiring veteran right-hander Luke Weaver from the New York Mets. Pittsburgh, looking to end a decade-long playoff drought, sent 21-year-old shorts...
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Pirates make Mets reliever Luke Weaver among several additions to the bullpen at the trade deadline
PITTSBURGH (AP) — The Pittsburgh Pirates made a significant push to improve their beleaguered bullpen at the trade deadline Monday, acquiring a handful of relievers, most notably veteran right-hander Luke Weaver from the New York Mets. Pittsburgh, looking to end a decade-long pla...
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Charges: Faribault man stole Flock camera with intention to take it apart
A Faribault man is facing charges for allegedly stealing a Flock camera and trying to take it apart. Justin Lee Campbell, 42, was charged in Rice County last week with one count each of interfering with emergency communications, theft, and fourth-degree property damage. Law enfor...
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Poll reveals changes about Americans' attitudes towards cellphones in schools
Support for restricting student cellphone use in schools is gaining momentum across the U.S., with a new survey showing that the majority of adults now favor banning phones during class....
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States sue to block feds from sharing personal data of millions who receive social service benefits
More than 20 states and the District of Columbia sued the Trump administration on Monday to block it from getting wide access to the personal information of millions of recipients of a benefits program for low-income families. The case is the latest legal action between states an...
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Amtrak train hits stalled vehicle in Morrison County, man airlifted after debris strike
A Minnesota man was airlifted to the hospital after he was struck by flying debris when an Amtrak train crashed into his stalled vehicle early Saturday morning....
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Moriarty urges Texas governor to sign off on ICE agent’s extradition to Minnesota
More than two months after his arrest in Texas, a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer charged with shooting a man in Minneapolis has yet to be extradited to Minnesota. Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty, whose office brought felony assault charges against I...
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Reality TV's Sidney Starr arrested for child sex assault in Georgia
A reality television celebrity faces multiple felony charges after police arrested her Sunday in connection with an alleged sexual assault of a juvenile at a Hapeville hotel....
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Man escapes stalled car on train tracks, hurt by flying debris
A man is in the hospital after nearly being struck by an Amtrak train after his car stalled on the tracks in Morrison County early Saturday morning. Law enforcement was called to the train tracks on East Sixth Street in Randall — roughly 30 miles southwest of Brainerd — at around...
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Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce president charged with second DWI since taking on high-profile role
Matthew Baumgartner was convicted of second-degree DWI for a 2022 offense.
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Early eating habits could have lasting effects on dementia risk, study suggests
Consuming less of this during pregnancy and the first years of life may lower the risk of developing dementia decades later.
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Molly says we’ll be warm and breezy to kick off the workweek ahead of our Next WeatherMaker
Highs will climb into the mid to upper 80’s with plenty of sunshine and breezy winds out of the south, gusting up to around 30 mph for your Monday afternoon. We stay clear of rain throughout the day; however, dewpoints will be on the rise, courtesy of our southerly wind component...
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Lin-Manuel Miranda joins ‘Purple Rain’ — raising Broadway reboot stakes
Miranda and his dad checked out the musical during previews a week before its Minneapolis premiere.
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The worst states for having a baby in 2026, according to data
New data ranked the best and worst states to have a baby in 2026. See which states made the top and bottom of the list.
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Best Seat in the House
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Hwy 95 Downtown Stillwater Visitor Survey
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Vandals hit Flock license plate cameras in Faribault, Duluth, Edina as part of national trend
A Faribault man is charged with stealing a Flock camera, a license plate reading device that has stirred privacy concerns.
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Live: Vikings put pads on for first time as training camp battles heat up
Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy continue their fight for the starting quarterback job at TCO Performance Center. Follow along for updates and analysis from Eagan....
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Boundary Waters entry points reopen August 4 after weeks of wildfire closures
More entry points in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness are set to reopen as wildfire recovery continues, but some spots will stay off-limits for now....
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Michigan reports the first 2 US deaths related to a diarrhea-causing parasite
Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced Monday, the first deaths confirmed in the U.S. related to the microscopic parasite. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both people had underlying health conditions...
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Minnesota wildfires: July Lightning Incident grows to 64K acres, winds threaten to fuel flames
Fire activity is picking up in the Boundary Waters and Superior National Forest, with changing weather and new containment efforts underway.
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Austin, Minn. PD cancel shelter-in-place order after search for suspects
A shelter-in-place order in Austin, Minn. has been lifted after residents were warned about a search involving a suspect with a gun.
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Minnesota Twins trade deadline: Any more moves coming?
The Minnesota Twins have traded for three pitchers in the past 24 days. Will the club make any more moves before Monday’s deadline? The MLB trade deadline is set for 5 p.m. (CT) on Monday, and the Twins reportedly are still looking for pitching help. READ MORE: Minnesota Twins Co...
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July was one of warmest months on record in Twin Cities
July was the sixth-warmest month on record for the Twin Cities metro, with an average temperature of 78.9 degrees.
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More than 1.5 million Ram pickup trucks recalled over seat belt issue
The new recall affects certain Ram 1500 pickup trucks manufactured between 2019 and 2026.
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‘Spider-Man: Brand New Day’ beats ‘Avengers: Endgame’ box office record
Spider-Man beat the Avengers at the box office. “Spider-Man: Brand New Day” broke the “Avengers: Endgame” record for the biggest North American opening weekend with $360 million in ticket sales from theaters in the U.S. and Canada, Sony Pictures said Monday. Sony on Sunday projec...
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Deadly wrong-way crash closes section of Highway 169 in Shakopee
One person is dead following a wrong-way crash Monday morning on Highway 169 in Shakopee, the Minnesota State Patrol said. The crash caused officials to close southbound lanes of the highway between Marschall Road and Marystown Road as crews worked to clear the crash site. Lt. Je...
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Sen. Moreno says Rep. Max Miller 'should not serve' in Congress
U.S. Senator Bernie Moreno says fellow Ohio Republican, and former son-in-law, Max Miller should resign from Congress after abuse allegations have surfaced....
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Phillies beef up lineup with 3-time NL batting champion Luis Arraez from San Francisco
PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Phillies acquired three-time batting champion Luis Arraez from the San Francisco Giants on Monday in a move for the proven bat Philadelphia’s lineup needed in its chase for a fifth straight trip to the playoffs and first World Series championship since 200...
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Hennepin County Attorney urges Texas Gov. Abbott to extradite ICE agent
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty is asking Texas Gov. Greg Abbott to sign the papers to extradite the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent charged in a non-fatal shooting in north Minneapolis....
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak deaths: 2 dead in Michigan as cases continue to climb
Michigan is reporting two deaths in the cyclosporiasis outbreak among its most recent case update Monday.
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Vance Boelter to make first appearance in state murder case after federal life sentence
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty vowed to hold him accountable at the state level.
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Deadly crash closes southbound Highway 169 in Shakopee, drivers face delays
A driver was killed and another person was injured after a crash involving a semi-truck shut down part of Highway 169 in Shakopee Monday morning.
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Live: Will the Twins make another move before the MLB trade deadline?
The Twins already added A.J. Minter and Dean Kremer to their pitching staff but remain active in trade talks ahead of the 5 p.m. deadline.
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Deadliest animal in every US state revealed, from moose and bears to dogs
A demographic data platform has released a new report identifying the animals most likely to kill people in each U.S. state.
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Mauricio Pochettino stays as US coach, agrees to 4-year contract extension through 2030 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino is staying with the U.S. soccer team, agreeing Monday to a four-year contract to coach the Americans through the 2030 World Cup. A 54-year-old who took over in October 2024, Pochettino led the U.S. to the World Cup round of 16, where the tournament co-hosts we...
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Mauricio Pochettino stays as US coach, agrees to new 4-year contract through 2030 World Cup
Mauricio Pochettino is staying with the U.S. soccer team, agreeing Monday to a four-year contract to coach the Americans through the 2030 World Cup. The 54-year-old Pochettino, who took over the national team in October 2024, led the U.S. to the round of 16 at this year’s World C...
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Blue Ribbon Baking Contests
The Minnesota State Fair is just around the corner, and for talented home bakers, there’s one thrilling deadline that cannot be missed. Registration for the beloved Blue Ribbon baking contests closes in just one day, so now is the time to sign up and show off those skills. Baking...
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How to Navigate Empty Nesting
With just one month of summer left, the emotional reality of an empty nest can sneak up on parents in the most unexpected ways. Whether you’re sending your first child off to college or launching your very last one, navigating both their anxiety and your own is no small feat. Lif...
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Ticknor Hill Bed and Breakfast
The Anoka County Historical Society is making a bold and creative move to secure its future, purchasing a stunning 160-year-old mansion to serve as both a bed and breakfast and a museum. Minnesota Live photojournalist Bill Middeke visited the historic Ticknor Hill Bed and Breakfa...
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What is the American Dream?
It’s Money Monday on Minnesota Live, and the American Dream looks a little different depending on who you ask. From owning a home and a car to chasing weekend getaways and side hustles, each generation has its own vision of success. Beth Perro-Jarvis and Mary Van Note from Ginger...
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WestJet reaches tentative deal with flight attendants after brief strike snarled traffic
Canada’s second largest airline, WestJet, has agreed to a tentative agreement with flight attendants to end a strike that led to hundreds of flight cancellations and thousands of stranded passengers. The union representing the flight attendants said Monday that if the deal is rat...
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WestJet reaches tentative deal with flight attendants after strike snarled weekend traffic
Canada’s second largest airline, WestJet, has agreed to a tentative agreement with flight attendants to end a strike that led to hundreds of flight cancellations and thousands of stranded passengers over the weekend. The union representing the flight attendants said Monday that i...
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Minnesota weather: Humid and breezy ahead of isolated rumbles Monday night
Warm, humid weather returns to Minnesota before isolated storms arrive Monday night.