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MPD investigating homicide initially deemed a ‘suspicious death’
Minneapolis police are conducting a homicide investigation after a man was found dead in an apartment in July. The post MPD investigating homicide initially deemed a ‘suspicious death’ first appeared ...
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‘That’s never leaving my head’ — Minneapolis SWAT officer reflects on Annunciation shooting
'That's never leaving my head': Minneapolis Police Officer Yusef Hassan was part of a SWAT unit that responded to Annunciation church last year. He shares his memories from the day. The post ‘That’s n...
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He’d worked a shooting the day before — then the Annunciation call came in
Minneapolis Police Inspector Jose Gomez had worked a shooting on Aug. 26, 2027, then got the Annunciation call. One year later, he recalls that day. The post He’d worked a shooting the day before — th...
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Lake Monster Brewing to close St. Paul taproom
Lake Monster Brewing in St. Paul says it is closing its taproom after this weekend, with new owners set to take over the space soon. The post Lake Monster Brewing to close St. Paul taproom first appea...
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From chaos to ‘miracles’: Minneapolis police officer reflects on Annunciation shooting
Minneapolis Police Officer Drea Mays is one of dozens of first responders at Annunciation Church last year. She shares her experience and how "miracles" happened. The post From chaos to ‘miracles’: Mi...
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Minneapolis City Council approves dress code ordinance, Reign liquor license renewal
The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday passed a measure that bars businesses from enforcing a dress code if one is not clearly posted. The post Minneapolis City Council approves dress code ordinance...
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State Fair has mixed bag of forecast conditions
The forecast for the Minnesota State Fair is shaping up to have a range of weather on the way. Today and Friday are starting off with excellent weather! We expect to see highs in the low to mid 80s......
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Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund
Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund. The post Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario as ‘Lake America’ in the United States
President Donald Trump says he's renaming Lake Ontario to be known as “Lake America” in the United States as he exacerbates his trade war with Canada. The Republican president signed an executive orde...
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Teamsters, Chisago County reach tentative deal that could end nearly 120-day strike
Teamsters Local 320 calls it a "historic settlement" as 170 Chisago County strikers prepare to vote on a tentative three-year deal. The post Teamsters, Chisago County reach tentative deal that could e...
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8/27 Best Seat in the House
Dan Zylla from Buffalo is in the “Best Seat in the House” presented by Visit Florida – and he gets a chance at winning a free vacation to Florida! The post 8/27 Best Seat in the House first appeared....
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The Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum turns 75
The Lee & Rose Warner Coliseum turns 75 this year and it just went through it’s first major update ever. State Fair Deputy General Manager, Jill Nathe tells us more. The post The Lee & Rose W...
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8/27 Blaze Money Machine
Ira Redifer from Apple Valley tries her luck in the Blaze Bucks Money Machine! The post 8/27 Blaze Money Machine first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Art Challenge with Adam Turman
If you've wandered past the KSTP building at the Minnesota State Fair, you may have spotted the stunning custom mural brought to life by talented local artist Adam Turman. Adam is back on Twin Cities ...
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5 on the Farm: Lamb & Goat
The National FFA Organization stops by with a lamb and a goat. The post 5 on the Farm: Lamb & Goat first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Sunshine Today and Friday then Scattered T-Storms into the Weekend with Humid Conditions.
Wonderful Weather Today in the Twin Cities with lots of Sunshine and Low Humidity along with Lighter Winds. Temperatures will be in the low 80s this afternoon with Northwest Winds at 5 to 15 mph. Clea...
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Butler homers and Williams hits a 2-run triple as the Athletics beat the Twins 7-4
Lawrence Butler homered, Alika Williams hit a two-run triple and the Athletics beat the Minnesota Twins 7-4 on Wednesday night to win the three-game series. The post Butler homers and Williams hits a ...
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Minnesota I-94 eastbound lanes partially blocked after crash near Hwy. 280
First responders are at the scene of a crash in the eastbound lanes of I-94 near the Hwy. 280 exit. The post Minnesota I-94 eastbound lanes partially blocked after crash near Hwy. 280 first appeared o...
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Annunciation Remembrance Day honors shooting victims in south Minneapolis
Thursday marks one year since the Annunciation church and school shooting and south Minneapolis is honoring the lives lost and the survivors with a day of remembrance, support and acts of kindness. Th...
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Ken Barlow has a great first day of the Fair forecast!
Good Thursday—First Day of the Fair–morning! After a cool start to the Fair with morning temperatures in the 50’s and lower 60’s, we can expect sunshine mixed with a few patchy clouds on to start the ...
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Fundraiser supports Annunciation shooting victims
Fundraiser supports Annunciation shooting victims The post Fundraiser supports Annunciation shooting victims first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Minnesota State Fair kicks off Thursday
The countdown is almost over as the Minnesota State Fair gets underway with new food, rides and vendors for fairgoers to enjoy. The post Minnesota State Fair kicks off Thursday first appeared on KSTP....
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Minnesota autism provider is paying staff out of pocket amid approval delays
There are fears that fraud investigation fallout could cause a lapse in care for Minnesotans with autism in the “Early Intensive Developmental and Behavioral Intervention Program.” The post Minnesota ...
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Molly says conditions for the first day of The Minnesota State Fair are shaping up to be picture-perfect
Northwesterly flow remains in place for Thursday, and we keep the rain chances out of the forecast with low humidity and plenty of sunshine. We stay dry during the day Friday with a noticeable rise in...
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Mother who ran back into burning St. Paul duplex to save her daughter has died, GoFundMe says
A St. Paul mother who ran into a burning duplex to help her daughter has passed away from her injuries, according to a GoFundMe created to support her family. The post Mother who ran back into burning...
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Jena Hanson crowned 73rd Princess Kay of the Milky Way
Jena Hanson, who is representing Steele County, was crowned the 73rd Princess Kay of the Milky Way on Wednesday night. The post Jena Hanson crowned 73rd Princess Kay of the Milky Way first appeared on...
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Former Viking Everson Griffen arrested for failing to stop walking on interstate
Everson Griffen, a former defensive end for the Vikings, was arrested after he refused to leave an interstate in Minneapolis Wednesday morning. The post Former Viking Everson Griffen arrested for fail...
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St. Paul to remove 2 Flock cameras after council vote; Ramsey County Sheriff says county-owned cameras to stay
St. Paul leaders moved to remove city-owned Flock cameras after a council vote and public hearing. The post St. Paul to remove 2 Flock cameras after council vote; Ramsey County Sheriff says county-own...
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Forward Jonathan Kuminga signs 2-year deal with Timberwolves
ESPN reports that Minnesota and forward Jonathan Kuminga have agreed to a two-year, $13 million deal with a player option. The post Forward Jonathan Kuminga signs 2-year deal with Timberwolves first a...
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Top watchdogs pushing back on Xcel rate increase approved by PUC
Top consumer watchdogs are joining together to try and save energy customers tens of millions of dollars each year. The post Top watchdogs pushing back on Xcel rate increase approved by PUC first app...
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Minnesota Truth Council seeks to establish public record of Metro Surge
A council to establish a public record of what happened during Operation Metro Surge held its first public hearing on Wednesday. The post Minnesota Truth Council seeks to establish public record of Me...
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Minnesota’s reading crisis: Only 49% of students are at grade level as new law takes effect
As Minnesota students prepare to return to school, new statewide literacy requirements and national data are raising concerns about how children are learning to read and who is falling behind. The pos...
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NFL ends the Pro Bowl game, but players will still be honored as Pro Bowlers
The Pro Bowl is no more. The NFL announced the move Wednesday, bringing an end to an exhibition of the league's top players that was held in some form almost every year since 1951. The game wasn’t pla...
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From lesson plans to syllabuses, St. Cloud teachers test AI tools
Before student bodies fill the halls in the district's high schools, St. Cloud staff are busy getting ready by learning a new AI system called ChatGPT Edu. The post From lesson plans to syllabuses, St...
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NFL says players who return to college will be ineligible to play in 2026 as ACC, Big 12 weigh topic
Players who leave the NFL to return to college won’t be allowed to come back to the league this season. NFL executive Troy Vincent reiterated the longstanding policy at the league’s meetings, saying p...
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Back-to-school shopping at Mall of America
Back-to-school season is here, and it turns out most families are still hitting the stores to get everything on their lists. Mall of America's Sara Rogers joins us now to share the latest trends and w...
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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Only 2 of 17 prenatal vitamins pass nutrient test
Prenatal vitamins are often one of the first things people start taking when they find out they're pregnant, but new testing found that what's inside the bottle doesn't always match what's listed on t...
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Wolves help blueberries grow in northern Minnesota, study finds
New research from Voyageurs Wolf Project says wolves may help blueberries spread and sprout more successfully in northern Minnesota. The post Wolves help blueberries grow in northern Minnesota, study ...
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The power of self-advocacy
We all know how easy it is to speak up for someone else, but asking for what we want? That's a whole different story. Life coach Babs Churchill joins us today to help us find our voice and start......
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Man charged in deadly shooting of teen outside North High School football stadium
A man charged in the killing of a 16-year-old boy this spring outside the North High School football stadium in Minneapolis is also linked to a separate murder case, court documents show. The post Man...
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By the Yard at the State Fair
The Great Minnesota Get-Together kicks off tomorrow, and there are big savings to go along with all that fried food on a stick. By the Yard is a Minnesota-based family-owned business specializing in o...
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Andersen Storm Doors Vikings surprise
Earlier this summer, we partnered with Andersen Storm Doors to surprise a viewer with a brand new storm door, with one condition — they had to be a Vikings fan. As the official window and door brand o...
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8/26 Host Chat
Like the rest of America, Ben and Elizabeth are deeply saddened by the loss of icons Dolly Parton and Tim Curry. They also discuss the state fair in anticipation of its opening day tomorrow. The post ...
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Girls trip ideas from AAA Travel
Ladies, you've handled back to school, fall registrations, and everything in between — now it's your turn. Sherri Shreckenghaust from AAA Travel is here with girls trip ideas that are all about reconn...
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Star Tribune’s must-visit restaurant list
The Twin Cities food scene is getting some well-deserved recognition, and we love to see it. The Minnesota Star Tribune just released a list of the most vital restaurants in the area, and food and dri...
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Judge denies Minnesota’s request to force extradition of ICE agent from Texas
A Texas federal judge has denied Minnesota's request to compel the extradition of an ICE agent charged in connection with a shooting in Minneapolis, clearing the way for his release. The post Judge de...
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Bridge to Books
Bridge to Books The post Bridge to Books first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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State fair to open with beautiful weather – Chris
Good Wednesday evening! The Minnesota State Fair opens in just hours, with the gates set to open Thursday morning at 7:00 a.m., and the weather could not be much better for Day 1. Tonight stays mostly...
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Partly Cloudy and Breezy Today then perfect Fair Weather Thursday and Friday followed by some Possibly Strong T-Storms this Saturday and Sunday.
Today’s Weather in the Twin Cities will bring Partly Cloudy Skies with a few Sprinkles possible and Breezy Northwest Winds at 10 to 20 mph. Partly Cloudy early this evening with some Sprinkles possibl...
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Twin Cities Live in Your Town: Northfield, September 24
The week of September 21st, Twin Cities Live is highlighting some of the unique spots, restaurants, shopping, and people who call Northfield home. All week, we’ll bring stories that feature this area ...
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