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Minnesotans cast their votes in 2024 primary, get in "election mode" for November
MINNEAPOLIS — It's primary day in Minnesota and voters have until 8 p.m. to cast their ballot."Hold yourself accountable to the community you live in by choosing who represents you," Minneapolis resident Jodi Williams said.Over at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Recreation Center, there was a steady stream of primary voters Tuesday."Sometimes I feel like there's not that much I can do to make my community better, and I know that showing up on a day like today does make a difference," Christine Bright said.It's driving Minnesota State Secretary Steve Simon to the polls, too."I just hope that Minnesotans realize...
Google Pixel 9 Pro pre-orders are live: Where to get the best deals
Just announced today, the new Google Pixel 9 smartphones are the most advanced Android devices yet. They rely on a powerful new processor, a beautiful touchscreen display, an advanced camera system and all of Google's latest AI tools and features. There are now three versions of the standard Google Pixel 9 series phone available -- the Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro and the Pixel 9 Pro XL. A folding version of the phone, the Pixel 9 Pro Fold, was also announced.Starting today, you can preorder any of the new Google Pixel 9 smartphones. They begin shipping on August 22 and September 4,...
An attorney bought HarrisWalz.com for $10 in 2020. He just sold it for $15,000.
New York trademark attorney Jeremy Green Eche is a Kamala Harris supporter who hopes the current Vice President is successful in her bid for the White House this year. But that's not why he bought a number of web domains with her name in them back in 2020. In his spare time, Eche snaps up unclaimed domain names for under $10 in hopes of eventually selling them for a hefty profit. Also called domain investing, the pastime has paid off for him over the years. "I buy domain names that consist of combinations of two last names that I hope will end...
Save almost 80% on a 4.8-star rated handheld vacuum at Amazon
Amazon has impressed us again, passing on major savings on household essentials to make cleaning and organizing easy -- and budget friendly. If you're in the market for a new handheld vacuum for your car or house, check out this big deal on the Drecell handheld cordless vacuum. We had to do a double take on the price, which is $34 at Amazon, reduced from $170. This portable vacuum weighs only 1.2 pounds; includes an LED light to illuminate corners and cars; and features a slim style that helps you tackle messes ranging from pet hair to crumbs in tight spaces....
3 juveniles arrested after allegedly speeding through Edina in stolen vehicles
EDINA, Minn. — Police arrested three juveniles Tuesday morning after two stolen vehicles sped through the southwest metro.The incident began with reports of a car theft on the 5100 block of Abercrombie Drive around 6:45 a.m., according to the Edina Police Department.The group responsible had another stolen vehicle, and while officers headed to the scene, both cars sped away. One vehicle went to St. Louis Park and was later found in Minneapolis, while the other crashed near Highway 62 and Tracy Avenue, police said."At that time, the suspects ran away from the crash but one juvenile was immediately arrested by arriving officers," police said. "By 9 a.m., two juveniles were found hiding near 62 and Tracy and were taken into custody."Police did not give the juveniles' ages, but said charges against all three are pending.
Rep. Ilhan Omar again faces off against Don Samuels in primary rematch
MINNEAPOLIS — Rep. Ilhan Omar faces a rematch in the primary election Tuesday against Don Samuels, a former Minneapolis City Councilmember who she narrowly beat two years ago. Omar has represented the Fifth Congressional District since 2019. Her constituents in Minneapolis and the inner ring suburbs make up one of the most deeply Democratic districts in the country; the winner of the primary election has historically defeated the Republican nominee and headed to Congress. The last time the two faced off on the primary ballot, it was a close call. Omar received 50% of the vote in 2022, while Samuels received...
The 6 best webcams for Zoom meetings and content creators
So many of us communicate via video calls, or enjoy live streaming as a content creator. But most built-in webcams just don't make us look and sound our absolute best. With the help of AI tools and a higher-end webcam, though, this all changes. Let's take a look at six of the best external webcams currently available.Best webcam: Obsbot Tiny 2Best budget webcam: Microsoft Modern WebcamBest webcam for most users: Logitech Brio 4KBest webcam for meetings: Insta360 LinkBest compact webcam: Opan TadpoleBest webcam for live streamers: Razer Kiyo Pro Ultra 4KWhether you're a Windows or Mac user, the best external...
Minnesota Vikings' rookie QB J.J. McCarthy has torn meniscus, will have surgery
MINNEAPOLIS — First-round pick J.J. McCarthy, the Minnesota Vikings' quarterback of the future, will undergo a procedure after tearing his meniscus, head coach Kevin O'Connell said Tuesday.O'Connell said the team has no timeline on his surgery or recovery because the severity of the injury is not yet known."First and foremost, we'll get this procedure done," O'Connell said. "We'll make sure that we're doing the right things for him to have the best possible recovery. When that takes place, we do not know."The rookie complained of knee soreness following the team's first preseason game. He will not go to Cleveland for...
Rep. Ilhan Omar's primary today is latest test for "Squad" members
Rep. Ilhan Omar is the latest "Squad" member to face a primary that could be close, following the high-profile defeats of Reps. Jamaal Bowman of New York and Cori Bush of Missouri. For the second time in two years, Omar faces a challenge from former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels. Omar narrowly beat Samuels in 2022 with a slim margin of roughly 2,500 votes. "I'm feeling very, very excited," Samuels told CBS News. "Last time it was difficult. People were asking, 'Why are you doing this? You can't win.' And so there was a lot of hedging of efforts and bets...
Wisconsin primary voters to set Senate race, decide on questions limiting gov's power
MADISON, Wis. — Wisconsin's U.S. Senate race will officially be set in Tuesday's primary, while the power of former President Donald Trump's endorsement will be tested in a Republican congressional primary as Democrats decide on a candidate in a swing House district to take on a GOP incumbent.Wisconsin voters are also deciding whether to approve two constitutional amendments passed by the Republican-controlled Legislature that would take power away from the governor. The amendments, if approved by voters, would require legislative approval before the governor could spend any federal money that comes to the state for disaster relief or any other...
Byron Buxton leaves Minnesota Twins' win over Royals early with right hip discomfort
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton was removed from the game against Kansas City on Monday night because of discomfort in his right hip.Buxton, who has seven home runs in his last 55 at-bats, struck out in the fifth inning against Royals right-hander Brady Singer. He was replaced on defense in the sixth by Manny Margot. The Twins announced Buxton's status as day to day. Minnesota went on to beat Kansas City 8-3.The 10th-year player, who has enjoyed one of the healthiest seasons of his injury-marred career, missed three games last week with back stiffness. Buxton was sidelined...
Rapidan Dam Store to reopen in Mankato after flooding forced its demolition
MANKATO, Minn. — A historic store lost when flooding caused part of a southern Minnesota dam to fail will soon have a new home.Blue Earth County bought the Rapidan Dam Store and demolished it in June to keep it from falling into the Blue Earth River. A nearby home owned by the same family collapsed into the river as raging waters caused an abutment of the 114-year-old dam to partially fail. Monday night, the Mankato City Council signed off on moving the Dam Store into town where the former Wagon Wheel Cafe was located.It's not clear yet when the Dam Store will be...
Judge rules disputed protest route will stay in place during Chicago's DNC
CHICAGO (CBS) — A judge will not require the City of Chicago to change the protest route offered to protesters during the Democratic National Convention, despite protesters requesting a route closer to the United Center. There has been an ongoing battle over permits to protest. However, on Tuesday, a judge ruled the current route satisfies the First Amendment. The Coalition to March on the DNC sued the city for violating its First Amendment right to protest. The city had agreed that protesters should be "within sight and sound" of the United Center.Protesters said the city's proposed route from Union Park to...
80s and sunny on Tuesday in Twin Cities; Wednesday will bring storms
MINNEAPOLIS — Tuesday will be another pleasant day in Minnesota.Most of the state can expect highs right around 80 degrees and sunny skies.Temperatures will drop to the 70s on Wednesday and stay there for the rest of the week, though the weekend should bring us back to the 80s.Wednesday also brings our next chance for rain, starting late in the evening and continuing into Thursday. Storms are likely, and some of them may be severe. More rain is possible on Friday.The weekend looks dry and sunny.
Minnesota Wild's "Hockey is for Me" program looks to remove barriers to sport at young age
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Wild Hockey is making it their mission to grow the game for all players, and that means removing cost barriers and access at a very young age."I want to practice so that when I'm older I'm going to be a great skater," said 7-year-old Petra Maldonado.Petra is trying out the Wild's "Hockey is for Me" program and she's already hooked with big dreams."I want to play for Edina High School and play for the Hornets," Petra said.One of the many reasons she's fallen in love with this sport is being surrounded by kids who look like...
Twins beat Royals 8-3 with home runs by Castro and Lewis in 6-run 2nd inning off Singer
Willi Castro had a three-run home run and Royce Lewis hit a two-run shot in a six-run second inning for the Minnesota Twins on the way to an 8-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals to open a key series between the division rivals and close wild card competitors on Monday night.The Twins, who improved to 6-2 against the Royals this season, remained 3 1/2 games behind American League Central leader Cleveland after splitting a four-game series with the Guardians during the weekend. The third-place Royals dropped to five games back.The Twins (66-52) occupy the second AL wild card spot....
Why are Halloween decorations already on display?
MINNEAPOLIS — The seasonal display at Michaels would have you thinking it's a crisp fall day in early October, but we haven't even snagged a Pronto Pup at the Minnesota State Fair yet.Proclaiming it as "Summerween", the store stocked its shelves with spooky decor in late July. That's like seeing Christmas trees on display in mid-September."I think it should be Halloween all the time basically," said Adrianna Brown. "If you like Halloween that much, move to New Orleans. You can celebrate year-round," joked Shawn Daly.Home Depot started selling its Halloween decorations online in April thanks to high demand, but physical stores won't...
JD Vance slams Tim Walz again over 2020 riots in Minneapolis. Here's a fact check on what the governor did at the time.
MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Walz is facing criticism from the Republican presidential ticket that he's to blame for Minneapolis burning in 2020. Sen. JD Vance, Donald Trump's running mate, claims Walz "actively encouraged" rioters.It's a change from June of that year, when then-President Trump said to Walz on a call, "I was very happy with the last couple of days, Tim."After George Floyd was murdered by a Minneapolis police officer on Monday, May 25, a video showing what happened was posted early the next morning and seen around the world.Later that Tuesday morning, the governor tweeted, "We will get answers and...
Ryan Londregan, trooper who killed Ricky Cobb II, returns to work with Minnesota State Patrol
MINNEAPOLIS — A White state trooper who shot and killed a Black man during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last summer is now back on the job.Ryan Londregan had been charged with second-degree unintentional murder, first-degree assault and second-degree manslaughter for fatally shooting Ricky Cobb II on the morning of July 31, 2023, during a traffic stop for inactive taillights. He pleaded not guilty to those charges in May and they were dropped in June after the Hennepin County Attorney's Office determined it could no longer meet its burden of proof.At the beginning of August, an investigation by the Minnesota State Patrol exonerated Londregan, helping...
RFK Jr. disqualified from New York ballot after judge's ruling
Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been disqualified from appearing on New York's general election ballot after a judge ruled Monday that he falsely claimed a New York residence on his nominating petitions, leading to their invalidation.Judge Christina Ryba ruled that Kennedy's claim of a New York address as his "place of residence" was a "false statement," concluding that it was evident he had no plans to move back to the Empire State and said he only listed the location for political gain. Ryba's ruling is expected to be appealed by the Aug. 15 deadline. If her ruling...
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