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Man pleads guilty to bribing juror in Feeding our Future meal fraud trial
MINNEAPOLIS — One of the five people charged in the attempted $120,000 bribe of a juror in the Feeding our Future meal fraud trial pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday. Abdimajid Nur pleaded guilty to one count of bribery of juror, admitting that he recruited a woman to offer the juror money as part of an elaborate scheme that officials said threatened foundational aspects of the judicial system. Four other defendants charged in the bribery scheme have pleaded not guilty.
Largest Sherlock Holmes collection in the world celebrates 50 years at University of Minnesota
ListenLargest Sherlock Holmes collection in the world celebrates 50 years at University of Minnesota. Did you know Minnesota is home to the largest collection of Sherlock Holmes books and media in the entire world? It got its start in a funny way. Fifty years later, the curators of the collection...
Vikings Defender Could Be Out Longer than Expected
The Minnesota Vikings kicked off training camp this week and plopped tight end T.J. Hockenson and cornerback NaJee Thompson on the Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list. Vikings Defender Could Be Out Longer than Expected. Hockenson’s designation surprised no one, as the Pro Bowler is facing a lengthy recovery from...
Ethics complaint filed against Hennepin County Attorney after dropped prosecution of State Trooper Londregan
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty is the subject of an ethics complaint filed by the Minnesota Police and Peace Officers Association. The complaint comes after the charges were dropped against State Trooper Ryan Londregan who shot Ricky Cobb II.
Gophers: 5 defensive players that need to step up in 2024
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The University of Minnesota football team is about to start fall camp, but first, the Gophers head to Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis. They’re projected to take 12th in the new 18-team conference, and there’s not a ton of buzz around the program entering 2024 after going 6-7 last year. They’ll need more from their defense this year to improve on that record. They allowed more than 26 points per game last season.
New report reveals Vikings crushed the dreams of Kirk Cousins
Earlier this year, veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins made the decision to move on from the Minnesota Vikings and sign a multi-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons. After six seasons with the Vikings, leaving the Twin Cities this year wasn't an easy choice for Cousins to make, and it turns out that it was one that he likely didn't want to make at all.
Twins Get Boost as Duo of Infielders Target Friday Return
The Minnesota Twins will get two of their middle-of-the-order bats back into their lineup without too long of an absence. Royce Lewis and José Miranda will likely return to the lineup as soon as this weekend’s series against the Detroit Tigers, per Dan Hayes of MLB.com. Lewis has been on the injured list since the beginning of July due to an adductor strain, while Miranda was placed on the IL with back tightness before the All-Star break. Both players are expected to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday at Triple-A St. Paul.
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board and Union at Odds Over Contract as Strike Persists
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB) officials are clashing with the Local 363 Union over contract negotiations, with the board insisting they've been transparent and fair, while the union decries the offer as detrimental to workers' rights. The MPRB countered the union's claims of management's bad faith, stating negotiations have been consistent and according to established procedures, this tit-for-tat public exchange comes as a prolonged strike initiated on July 4 continues to create unrest.
Minnesota Football Preview: Can the Gophers improve their passing game?
The Gopher football offense has an identity. There is zero doubt that this is a rushing offense, typically running inside-zone, that uses the ground game to set up a quick passing game to move the ball down the field. We have seven seasons with PJ Fleck leading this program and...
Minneapolis Becomes Literal DUMPSTER FIRE: Businesses SHOCKED By Antics In Uptown!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minneapolis woke up to chaos on Monday as several businesses in the Uptown neighborhood experienced an unexpected disaster. Early morning dumpster fires led to significant damage, with one local tattoo shop, The Ink Lab, bearing the brunt of the flames. Firefighters Battle Multiple Blazes. At around...
Gateway Fiber continues expansion efforts in metro Minneapolis
Gateway Fiber has announced the latest continuation of their expansion efforts in metro Minneapolis. Gateway Fiber has announced the beginning of construction on a fiber network expansion to yet another Minnesota community. The announcement released this week detailed Gateway’s construction efforts in Plymouth, Minnesota, a community of more than 80,000...
As Delta cancellations continue, here are your passenger rights
MINNEAPOLIS — As Delta Air Lines works to get back on track after it canceled hundreds of flights over the weekend, customers are left wondering how they can get reimbursed if they are left stranded at the airport. According to flight aware — 77 flights were canceled at MSP as of noon on Tuesday. All but one are with Delta. Some travelers on Tuesday said they've been able to re-book, but not until the next day. In Some cases, with multiple connections turning a two-and-a-half-hour flight into a 12 hour travel day."It's been an experience. We don't fly very often. So, hopefully...
Safeguarding the heartbeat: Native Americans in Upper Midwest protect their drumming tradition
When a small-town Minnesota high school banned its Native American drum group from performing at graduation, the hurt reverberated across Indigenous communities in the Upper Midwest. That's because
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