State reveals origin of house fire that killed hockey journalist Jessi Pierce and her children
The fire originated from electrical equipment and was accidental in nature, according to a state investigation.
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Peeks of Sun this morning have allowed temperatures in the Twin Cities to climb into the upper 60s as of Noon but temperatures will fall back to the low 60s late this afternoon with the Rain Cooled Air. Rain will approach the Twin Cities from the southwest after 1 p.m. and should...
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Investigators determine cause of fire that killed Jessi Pierce, 3 kids
Minnesota state fire investigators have determined the deadly fire in White Bear Lake that claimed the life of NHL reporter Jessi Pierce and her three children was sparked by overheating electrical equipment in a home office....
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University of Minnesota to cut $225 million from budget across all campuses
It comes after the U approved a budget in June raising students’ tuition by 3.8%, the sixth consecutive year of increases for the U.
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New Richland to update residents on flood recovery help
Cleanup is underway in New Richland, as the city plans to update residents Thursday on flood recovery and community donations after heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding in southern Minnesota. About 1,200 people were affected by the floods, and about 80% of homes were impacte...
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Gordon Ramsay’s ‘Hell’s Kitchen’ returns for milestone 25th season: What to expect
“Hell’s Kitchen" is celebrating its 25th season with a new generation of chefs competing for a $250,000 prize and a job with Gordon Ramsay. Here’s what to expect this season....
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Fraud-plagued nonprofit reaches $18.5 million settlement with state
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Alfalfa sprouting seeds recalled over possible E. coli, salmonella contamination
Berlin Seeds is recalling 950 pounds of alfalfa sprouting seed sold in 42 states because it may be contaminated with Shiga toxin-producing E. coli and Salmonella....
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White Bear Lake Fire Victim Help
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Senate to vote on resolution to halt the Iran war as gas prices upend midterms
WASHINGTON (AP) — Increasingly anxious about the Iran war , senators are set to vote Thursday on a war powers resolution seeking to halt President Donald Trump ‘s military action, which has been largely blamed for the spike in fuel prices and become a flashpoint in the midterm el...