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Power & Politics: VP Harris, Minnesota Gov. Walz officially secure nomination at DNC
The Democratic National Convention in Chicago has wrapped up. Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz officially secured the party's nomination with just over 2 months to go before Election Day.
FBI Faces Ticking Clock as James Comer’s Deadline Looms in Explosive Investigation Into Tim Walz’s China Ties
House Republicans, led by Oversight and Accountability Committee Chair James Comer, are intensifying their probe into Governor Tim Walz's longstanding connections with China. As Walz emerges as Kamala Harris' vice presidential pick, his past interactions with Chinese entities have come under sharp focus, raising questions about potential influence from the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) on his decision-making.
Clarence Page: Tim Walz helps Democrats offer voters a better reflection of themselves
Perhaps the most memorable moment of this year’s Democratic National Convention came the night before Kamala Harris officially accepted the party’s nomination for president. It was no simple matter for anyone to follow a lineup of such stars as Oprah Winfrey, Stevie Wonder, and Barack and Michelle Obama, just to name a few. But countless eyes and TV cameras in the United Center on Wednesday ...
One of Minnesota’s JC Penney Stores Has Closed Permanently
It's been a moment of closings in Minnesota lately. A movie theater in Rochester just shuttered for good. And now, a JC Penney store in the Land of 10,000 Lakes has closed permanently. Another JC Penney Store Has Closed in Minnesota. When one of the places where a core memory...
Teens 4-Hers have 8 days to bring story, song and dance all together ahead of the State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A week before the Minnesota State fair begins, story, song and dance come together on stage inside the 4-H building after just 8 days.Teen 4-Hers from across Minnesota write, build sets, make costumes, run music and tech, and rehearse this year's state fair Arts-In musical, "Wonder Full.""We just cram it all in, work really hard, have some fun," said Kirstin Delp, Minnesota 4-H State Arts-In Director.Delp has directed the show at the state fair for over 20 years and she performed on the same stage as a student participant in the 80s.There are 51 4Hers...
Newsmakers: Osseo Superintendent Kim Hiel Talks School Facility Upgrades
Osseo Area Schools Superintendent Kim Hiel says educators are looking forward to a fresh start with a new school year. Teachers and education professionals have been busy with professional developments and preparing schools for learning. The district started work on a strategic plan in 2022, and this past summer they...
Dangerously high temperatures to take over Midwest, excessive heat warning issued in Chicago
Thirty-eight million people are under heat alerts Monday as dangerously high temperatures are set to take over the Midwest. An excessive heat warning has been issued in Chicago, where the heat index — what the temperature feels like with humidity — could reach a scorching 110 degrees on Monday and Tuesday.
Heatwave Hits Midwest; Hawaii Faces 2 Hurricanes
Late Summer Heatwave and Storms Threaten Midwest and Hawaii. A late summer heatwave will sweep across the upper Midwest while storms threaten the Hawaiian Islands this week. Chicago, Milwaukee, and Minneapolis will experience excessive heat warnings at least once this week, with much of the region under heat advisories. "Forecast...
Mack Brown preparing his Tar Heels for hostile road environment
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. — The oldest coach in the FBS knows a thing or two about traveling on the road to open the season. There’s no love lost between Mack Brown and P.J. Fleck, despite the fact that North Carolina beat Minnesota by 18 points last season. That game was in Chapel Hill though, and now Brown anticipates that his team will be walking into a snakepit when they enter Huntington Bank Stadium on Thursday night.
Minneapolis community voices concern over local homeless encampment
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Minneapolis residents are expressing concerns about a homeless encampment linked to drug sales and a fatal shooting. Police responded to two incidents at the camp, including reports of a fight and an injured woman, but were unable to locate the individuals involved. Neighbors have been trying to clear the encampment themselves, citing issues with drug use and crime.
Westwood Hills Nature Center and WOW Mobile Metal Lab Ignite Creativity in St. Louis Park's Art Workshops
This week the Westwood Hills Nature Center becomes a forge of creativity as it hosts a series of workshops featuring artist Sara Hanson and her transformed MTC city bus, the WOW Mobile Metal Lab and Show. Community members are given a unique opportunity to interact with nature and art by creating personalized metal sculptures.
Heat dome builds in central US, forcing some schools to close
Over 56 million Americans are being urged to be cautious on Monday as high temperatures and extreme heat builds in the Central U.S. Millions of residents along the Mississippi River, from the Twin Cities to northeast Missouri, are under an excessive heat warning. The high temperature in Minneapolis is expected to reach the low 90s on Monday, but due to high humidity, the head index could top 105.
Mini Mia – Free Educational Program for the Very Youngest of Museum Goers
A Discussion with Abigail Penders, Youth & Family Programs Specialist. Mini Mia offers a brand new, free educational program for the very youngest of museum goers. It’s offered the first Wednesday of the month from 10:15-11:15am. Registration is required. We talked to Abigail Penders, Program Specialist, about how this program came to be and the components of what you and your child will experience. Make new friends and introduce your child to the wonders of art in a comfortable, kid-friendly setting.
Häagen-Dazs® Shops Introduces New Pumpkin Spice Dazzler and Celebrates Return of Fall-Favorite Pumpkin Spice Shake
August 26, 2024 // Franchising.com // MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Häagen-Dazs® Shops invites guests to savor the season with the debut of the all-new Pumpkin Spice Dazzler and the return of the beloved Pumpkin Spice Shake. These limited-time fall offerings will be available at shops across the nation beginning September 1 through November 14.
Black Entrepreneur State Fair wants to elevate Black-owned businesses
MINNEAPOLIS — The Black Entrepreneur State Fair hopes to boost business for over 60 Black-owned businesses in the Twin Cities. “All of the businesses that are involved in this event are very underinvested, so this is a big platform for economic development for these Black businesses,” said Destinee Shelby, the founder and CEO of Black Entrepreneur State Fair.
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