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Apparent murder-suicide in Minnetonka claims two lives
Two people are dead after an apparent murder-suicide in Minnetonka last week, according to the Hennepin County Medical Examiner’s Office. Minnetonka police have not released any statements about the incident, but medical examiner’s reports indicate Patricia A. Spitzmueller, 71, and Kenneth R. Spitzmueller, 76, both died from gunshot wounds in an apartment on the 12200 block of Minnetonka Boulevard on Thursday evening.
Safeguarding the heartbeat: Native Americans in Upper Midwest protect their drumming tradition
HINCKLEY, Minn. (AP) — At summertime social powwows and spiritual ceremonies throughout the Upper Midwest, Native Americans are gathering around singers seated at big, resonant drums to dance, celebrate and connect with their ancestral culture. “I grew up singing my entire life, and I was always taught that dewe’igan...
A Brief History of Summer Camp
The Minneapolis YMCA offers its first Boys Camp on the Baptist Assembly grounds in Mound. The camp bounces from Lake Minnetonka to Lake Francis to Lake Calhoun before the Y builds Camp Icaghowan on five acres on Green Lake near Chisago City. 1911. The Jewish Relief Society, headed by Sophie...
Gophers prep for fall camp
(Minneapolis, MN) -- The University of Minnesota football team is gearing up for the start of fall camp late next week on campus. The Golden Gophers have been working out all summer, mostly with player-led practices. Gopher senior offensive lineman Quinn Carroll of Edina says with four returning starters on the offensive line, this could be a special group. He says they are looking forward to a high profile season opener at home against North Carolina on August 29th.
Rainbow Health closure leaves employees, community looking for answers
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - For four years, Rik Kutcher has been a full-time employee at Rainbow Health. Now he is out of a job after the clinic suddenly closed its doors for good late last week. "Initially I was shocked. We were all shocked. I immediately started filing for unemployment...
Vikings Reportedly Pursued Trade for Pro Bowl QB This Offseason
What seemed like an outlandish rumor four months ago actually had a backbone, at least per the Minnesota Vikings’ offseason diligence. Vikings Reportedly Pursued Trade for Pro Bowl QB This Offseason. That’s the Los Angeles Chargers’ would-be interest in trading quarterback Justin Herbert, and perhaps, per the theory at...
Gophers football slotted 12th in Big Ten preseason poll
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The University of Minnesota football team will likely head into the 2024 season with quite the chip on its shoulder. The Gophers, coming off a 6-7 season, were placed 12th in a Big Ten preseason poll put together by Cleveland.com on Monday. The league will have 18 teams for the first time with the addition of former Pac-12 teams USC, UCLA, Washington and Oregon.
Joyner Emerick focuses on the future for Minnesota’s disabled students
ListenJoyner Emerick focuses on the future for Minnesota’s disabled students. In celebration of Disability Pride Month, throughout July MPR News is featuring stories about Minnesotans with disabilities who are making an impact. See more at mprnews.org/changemakers. Young people bring Joyner Emerick hope for the future, which is why they...
Man gravely injured in stabbing on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — A man may not survive after being stabbed in downtown Minneapolis late Sunday night, police said.The stabbing occurred just before 11 p.m. on the 1300 block of Nicollet Mall, the Minneapolis Police Department said. The man was hospitalized with a life-threatening wound.Police said they have "limited information" about what happened, but they are investigating.No one has been arrested as of Monday morning.
Northern Minnesota Sees Warming Trend Despite Isolated Showers
Duluth, MN – Northern Minnesota residents should be prepared for varying weather conditions this week, including isolated storms, sunny days, and a significant beach hazard. Today, the area is expected to experience a 20-50% chance of showers and isolated thunderstorms, with temperatures ranging from 66 to 76 degrees. According...
New changes to Minnesota child safety seat law start Aug 1
DULUTH, Minn. (Northern News Now) - New changes to the state law regarding child safety seats take effect next month and could impact how children ride in vehicles. The Duluth Fire Department held a clinic Monday showing families and caregivers how to properly secure infants and children in a car seat.
Three northwest Minnesota service stations receive Minnesota Department of Agriculture grant money
(KNOX) – Argyle Clark in Argyle; Hallock Cenex in Hallock; and Station 59 in Thief River Falls are three of 16 Minnesota service stations to receive $3 million in grant funding from the Minnesota Department of Agriculture to increase access to… and sales of motor fuel blends containing at least 15% ethanol.
DUI Checkpoints Used In Most States, But What About Minnesota?
For many years law enforcement has used DUI checkpoints as a tool to combat drunk driving. The federal government allows states to decide if they are legal or not. Most of the 50 states do allow DUI Checkpoints. What is a DUI checkpoint?. A DUI checkpoint is a roadblock set...
Brooklyn Park’s Honored 2 Help Seeks School Supply Donations
It is almost time to begin back to school shopping. One local group wants to help ease those costs for area families. For its fourth annual Back 2 School BBQ, the group Honored 2 Help is seeking backpack and school supply donations. Founder Clint “Scooter” Draughn said donations help thousands of local kids.
Park Center Senior High student takes second in national poster contest
Park Center Senior High School student, Natali Morin, recently received news that she won second place in the national School Bus Safety poster contest! Morin won a $100 prize, and her poster will be featured by the National Association for Pupil Transportation in early August.
McClure Meissner betting profile: 3M Open
SAN DIEGO, CA - JANUARY 29: PGA TOUR logo is seen during the second round of the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines South on January 29, 2021 in San Diego, California. (Photo by Ben Jared/PGA TOUR via Getty Images) A. Change Text Size. McClure Meissner will compete July 25-28...
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