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Minnesota boy, 9, and his father die in series of crashes on Ohio turnpike
PRIOR LAKE, Minn. — A Minnesota family is changed forever after a series of tragic turnpike crashes.The Tibetan refugees were on their way to see the Dalai Lama in New York when the deadly wreck happened last Thursday.Among the dead are 9-year-old Dawa Norbu and his father, 46-year-old Tenzin Drukgyal. Both were beloved members of a local Tibetan community organization.Twelve-year-old Tenzin Choedon suffered serious injuries in the crash and is in critical condition at a hospital in Ohio.The family's mother is now home in Prior Lake with a broken arm, worrying for her daughter while also grieving her husband and son."Everybody come here to pray with us right now. All the Tibetans are going through a lot of sadness. All the Tibetans from Minnesota, everyone is so sad," Sonam Wangchuk, a family friend, said.Tenzin goes to Tibetan school on Saturdays. She is described as very hardworking and several of her teachers have written her letters of support.The family started a fundraiser on GoFundMe to help with their medical bills.Authorities in Ohio arrested a semi-truck driver for causing one of the crashes.
BIPOC-Focused Farming Company Plants a Legacy Outside Plymouth
Of the 25 million acres of farmland across Minnesota, less than 1 percent of it is owned by farmers of color. Route 1, a project started by a generational farmer, is hoping to change that. And address food insecurity besides. “I’m a fourth-generation farm kid myself. So our family farm...
Harrisburg says NOPE to state prison wastewater deal
HARRISBURG — The Harrisburg City Council rejected an agreement Tuesday evening that would allow the state to connect its proposed men’s prison to the city’s wastewater treatment facility, but a state official said the decision wouldn’t prevent the state from moving forward. The vote came after months of pushback from some locals opposed to the […]
Fentanyl overdoses and arrest spark call for action
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Governor Kristi Noem ordered for flags to be at half-staff Wednesday for Fentanyl Prevention and Awareness Day. According to the South Dakota Department of Health, there were 219 unintentional and undetermined overdose deaths in the state between 2020 and 2022. In 2023, Pennington County saw 77 fentanyl-related arrests. Last Friday, three more people were arrested for distributing and manufacturing fentanyl and methamphetamine.
Sioux Falls southside pool finally in the works
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — After years of talking about a pool on the southside of Sioux Falls, action is finally being taken, with the city council having its second reading on a supplemental budget to move plans forward. The Sioux Falls City council is looking to set aside...
Minnesota to invest $10 million in special education
MINNEAPOLIS — Gov. Tim Walz announced on Wednesday that the state will invest $10 million to support and train special education teachers in over 35 districts."As a former classroom teacher for over 20 years, I understand the impact a dedicated teacher can have on their students' lives," said Walz. "By investing in our special education workforce, we can help ensure every student in Minnesota receives the support they need to thrive in their education." Some of the grantees of this investment include: Bemidji Independent School District, Eden Prairie, Lakes International Language Academy, New Century School, Noble Academy, Spero Academy, Saint Paul...
Tim Walz prepares to introduce himself, helped by football players, students and Amy Klobuchar
Former football players coached by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz will be on hand as his name is entered into nomination on Wednesday, as the vice presidential nominee assumes the biggest stage of his political career.
State Fair Schedule: Come out and see WCCO at the Great Minnesota Get-Together!
It’s State Fair time and that means WCCO moves to our second home near Carnes and Underwood on the Minnesota State Fairgrounds for 12 glorious days. Here’s where you can see live broadcasts plus some details on our 100th Anniversary!
Minnesota Farmers Union Board Opposes Project 2025 Proposals
ST. PAUL (WJON News) -- Members of the Minnesota Farmers Union full board have voted to oppose the Project 2025 proposal. The board says Project 2025 calls for several changes to federal agricultural policy, including Repealing Agriculture Risk Coverage and Price Loss Coverage and cutting support for crop insurance. Repealing...
Who Set The Record For The Largest Crowd Ever At The Minnesota State Fair?
The Minnesota State Fair is set to start its 2024 run with another line-up of great acts in the grandstand, but do you know which artist drew the biggest crowd of all time?. While we're all familiar with the amazing food and beverages, entertainment is a big part of the Minnesota State Fair too. According to its official website, the State Fair started offering entertainment in the grandstand way back in 1962. Dennis Day, Jane Russell, and Jimmy Dean were the headliners on the main stage back then.
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