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Vikings vs. Giants Week 1 Tickets
Sunday, September 8, 2024 will see the Minnesota Vikings (0-0) go on the road to square off against the New York Giants (0-0) at MetLife Stadium. If you're looking to attend this matchup in person, head to StubHub to buy your tickets. Vikings vs. Giants Tickets & Game Info. Tickets:...
Emerging Vikings Defender Tabbed Breakout Candidate
The Minnesota Vikings will begin their training camp shortly. Rookies are scheduled to arrive on Sunday, and the remaining players on Tuesday. In the following weeks, the team will prepare for the regular season that kicks off on September 8. The Vikings made many changes in the offseason. Replacing the pass rushers and acquiring a new quarterback were certainly the main adjustments.
Anthony Edwards did the unthinkable at Team USA practice
Minnesota Timberwolves fans are more than aware of the incredible, infectious confidence of Anthony Edwards. His uncanny and sometimes even unfounded belief in himself is a major reason he has achieved as much success as he has early on in his career, and it is certainly a reason he is currently competing with the US Olympic team in Europe.
Shocking Reason Why Minneapolis Mayor’s $18K Trip To Somalia Canceled Last-Minute!
MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Minneapolis leaders are facing backlash after abruptly canceling a planned trip to Somalia. The trip, intended to boost public safety and strengthen community ties, was nixed just days before takeoff. A Bold Plan Unfolds. Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Police Chief Brian O’Hara had grand plans...
Michael Hall III, Hall Law P.A.
Born and raised in St. Cloud, Michael Hall III has Hall Law P.A. offices there and in Minneapolis and Edina. The firm’s website is replete with six- and seven-figure judgments and settlements. Hall’s current case load is full of a variety of matters. One is Doe v. USFS...
Brandon Thompson, Ciresi Conlin LLP
In a few months, the case of Thapar v. St. Cloud Orthopedics will be re-tried in U.S. District Court. The medical practice verdict in the case, for $111 million, was handed down in May of 2022. Brandon Thompson and his client rejected Magistrate Judge Tony Leung’s offer of a remittitur of $10 million and opted instead for a new trial.
Kleis helps residents meet St. Cloud's 16 City Council candidates
ST. CLOUD — St. Cloud residents have a lot of research to do before the Aug. 13 primary election with 16 city council and 6 mayoral candidates vying for their vote. “This is by far one of the highest candidate turnouts I've seen since being in office," St. Cloud Mayor Dave Kleis said in early June. "It's encouraging to see that many people want to serve. There's a lot of great candidates too. I think it's a great opportunity to see new leadership."
Faribault standoff shuts down Interstate 35 in both directions
FARIBAULT, Minn. — A standoff with an allegedly armed suspect in southern Minnesota shut down traffic on Interstate 35 for hours Sunday afternoon.The Rice County Sheriff's Office says a vehicle police had been pursuing stopped on northbound I-35 south of Faribault city limits shortly before 3 p.m.The suspect exited the vehicle with a handgun and entered the southbound lanes of the freeway, which prompted authorities to shut down traffic in both directions and issue a shelter-in-place warning to area residents. The sheriff's office says the man paced around the interstate with a handgun as officers repeatedly commanded him to drop his weapon. He did not comply and allegedly fired multiple rounds from his gun. No injuries were reported.Using "non-lethal tactics," authorities say they arrested the suspect around 7 p.m.The standoff happened on a stretch of I-35 that is currently under construction with traffic limited to two lanes.
I-35 open after incident with police on scene caused temporary detour near Faribault
Interstate 35 has reopened after an incident with police on the scene caused a detour in both directions near Faribault Sunday. Motorists were detoured off of Interstate 35 in both directions at Medford near Faribault late Sunday afternoon. A police presence was visible on MnDOT traffic cameras. Around 8 p.m.,...
Tour Of Saints Still Going Strong After 40 Years
ST. JOSEPH (WJON News) -- It was a great day for a bike ride in St. Joseph on Sunday. The annual Tour of Saints took place with three different lengths to choose from to see the city and surrounding area. Over 800 people took part in the tour which has...
Waite Park City Council Passes Drone Ordinance
WAITE PARK (WJON News) -- Operating drones in the City of Waite Park now has some guidelines. The Waite Park City Council unanimously passed the city's drone ordinance at its last meeting. The ordinance outlines regulations for flying drones by the city, police, and the public. The public rules include...
Gas Prices Rise in Minnesota, Fall Nationally
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Most of the country has seen a reprieve from rising gasoline prices, thanks to weaker-than-expected gasoline demand. Gas Buddy says while a good portion of the country saw average gasoline prices decline, severe weather completely knocked out power to a major refinery outside Chicago early last week, immediately impacting gas supplies to Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Michigan.
Rep. Ilhan Omar, other members of "The Squad" endorse Kamala Harris for president
MINNEAPOLIS — Key progressive and member of "The Squad" Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar endorsed Kamala Harris for president on Sunday after President Biden announced he was dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.In a post on X, Omar thanked Mr. Biden for his work in the last three-and-a-half years as president."This was the president's decision to make and I'm grateful for his years of service to our country," Omar wrote. "I'm thrilled to support (Kamala Harris) as our Democratic nominee and remain committed to working alongside her to defeat Donald Trump in November."Omar remained supportive of Mr. Biden as a...
Deadly Listeria Outbreak Hits 12 States, Including Minnesota
Public health officials are frantically trying to locate the source of a listeria outbreak that has killed two people and sickened more than two dozen people across multiple states, including Minnesota. The Centers For Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that 28 people have been hospitlozed after eating meats...
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