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Light bites and refreshing drinks carried us through this latest stretch of hot summer days.
Light bites and refreshing drinks carried us through this latest stretch of hot summer days.
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Last year on this date July 17, 2025 the Twin Cities set a morning record low of 52 degrees ( average low is 66 degrees ) and the high last year was 75 degrees ( average high is 84 degrees ). Today will be Hot and Humid with highs in the mid to upper 90s along with Heat Index Values of 100 to 10...
The decision comes two months after rival budget carrier Allegiant completed its purchase of the longtime Minnesota airline.
Questions about the Wolves’ youth are valid. But something James said Thursday suggests Minnesota’s biggest perceived weakness could become one of its greatest recruiting advantages.
Fossil Group plans to close up to 15 stores in 2026 as part of its ongoing turnaround strategy aimed at cutting costs and improving profitability.
Wisconsin Lt. Gov. Sara Rodriguez abandoned her Democratic primary campaign for governor on Friday, citing financial concerns she said would be a distraction were she to continue running in the Midwestern battleground state. The move comes just days after Rodriguez, a leading establishment Democr...
Temperatures are expected to top out in the 90s.
A long recovery begins after historic South Central Texas rains trigger widespread Texas Hill Country flooding, leaving two dead in Kerr and Uvalde counties.
Target is recalling about 211,000 pairs of kids’ sandals after federal safety regulators warned of a potential choking hazard from the plastic pearls on the shoes that can become detached.
More than 116,000 Boon toddler step stools sold online have been recalled after officials warned they can tip over, creating a risk of serious injury or death.
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } The Scoop, 7-16-26 Since 2010, our Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson has brought us the ‘Scoop’ in video form o...
The restoration company put more than $1 million into reimagining a 1916 Foursquare-style home.
A boil-or-bottle water advisory is in effect in Menomonie at least through Friday, and the city says a full irrigation ban remains in effect until Aug. 1 as residents continue to deal with water system problems. Menomonie’s water system has been experiencing low water pressure, especially in p...
A Minnesota man accused of being a top figure in the Feeding Our Future fraud scandal has been returned from Somalia to face federal charges.
Wildfires spread across thousands of acres in Superior National Forest, forcing the closure of the BWCA as smoke blanketed the state.
A man was found dead after an incident at Airport Lake in Winona, according to the Winona County Sheriff's Office.
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Air quality is improving across much of Minnesota as wildfire smoke shifts north on Friday, but hazardous air quality is expected to persist across northeastern regions through the weekend. Officials are expected to give an update on the wildfire response Friday afternoon.
Air quality alerts can change quickly during wildfire smoke events. Here’s what Code Orange, Code Red, Code Purple and Code Maroon mean, and when you should limit time outside.
A man entered a woman’s home, held her at gunpoint and sexually assaulted her in Brooklyn Park on Friday morning, according to police. Investigators say the man, unknown to the woman, came to her home near Hampshire Avenue North, woke her up, demanded money and then assaulted her. He ran away ...
Documents released by the Trump administration to support the president’s claims did not back up his most aggressive statements.
ATLANTA (AP) — Federal health officials have identified lettuce from Mexico served at Taco Bell locations across five U.S. states as a source of the widespread outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention late Thursday warned consumers not to ea...
The Coca-Cola Company has temporarily halted U.S. manufacturing operations for its fairlife dairy brand after discovering a cyberattack on its networks. An unauthorized third party gained access to a portion of the company's systems during a recent ransomware event.
Wildfire smoke continues to retreat from the Twin Cities Friday, but the heat wave isn't letting up as temperatures soar into the 90s ahead of a slight chance of evening thunderstorms.
A 22-year-old man died Thursday evening after being pulled from a Winona lake, according to the sheriff’s office. The man was reported missing on Airport Lake just before 8 p.m. and after about 40 minutes of searching, he was located. First responders tried saving his life but he was prono...
An excessive heat warning remains in place for the Twin Cities metro area on Friday.
Housing inventory is now at a seven-year high in the metro area.
As the World Cup showcases soccer’s universal appeal, why can’t so many American kids afford to play?
The Republican candidate for governor said in sworn depositions that a failed COVID-19 investment compounded his financial struggles. He insists the tax dispute will be resolved.
Light bites and refreshing drinks carried us through this latest stretch of hot summer days.
A new cultural arts center in downtown Minneapolis will open its doors Saturday, helping artists of color turn their creative practices into sustainable careers. Organizations like Public Functionary, Indigenous Roots and CLUES’ Latino Art Gallery have long supported artists as they grow thei...
With a $26 million hole in the budget, the city is pausing wire replacement.
From farmers market sellers to landscapers, those who make a living outdoors are having to weigh income or health.
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Heat wave continues in MinnesotaHeat wave continues in Minnesota Good Friday morning! *MINNESOTA’S ...
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Waconia homes deal with CenturyLink landline outage There was a roomful of frustration at Waconia Cit...
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