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FBI Issues Jugging Warning: The Video All Minnesotans Should Watch
An alarming trend called "jugging" is rapidly spreading among thieves. Although incidents of jugging have been reported nationwide for some time, the situation has escalated to the point where the FBI is now involved. What is jugging?. Jugging is when criminals target people who have just withdrawn cash from a...
Minnesota Included In Mysterious Listeria Outbreak
Minnesota is one of twelve states named in a recent listeria outbreak, which has been linked to deli meats. 28 people in 12 states have become sick with listeria after eating sliced meats at deli counters in various states. The Outbreak has affected people from the following states:. New York.
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...
Political analysts weigh in on what Biden’s announcement means for the campaign and Minnesotans
MINNEAPOLIS — Hours after President Biden announced he was withdrawing from the 2024 presidential election, political analysts began discerning what the decision will mean for both the campaign and Minnesotans. Kathryn Pearson, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University of Minnesota, and Brian McClung, of McClung Communications &...
GRRL now offers free checkout of state park passes
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Great River Regional Library (GRRL) has partnered with the Minnesota DNR to offer a free outdoor experience to cardholders. Now through June 2025, participating library systems across Minn. are offering cardholders a free, seven-day checkout of a state park pass. Six of GRRL branches are...
Fleet Farm flagged by ATF for selling guns used in crimes
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. (FOX 9) - A popular sporting goods retailer currently being sued by the State of Minnesota for not doing enough to stop illegal straw purchases, has also been flagged multiple times by federal authorities after a high number of guns used in crimes were traced back to several of its stores, according to federal records.
New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Best Virginia eager to renew Backyard Brawl rivalry in game with Pitt alumni Zoo Crew
A storied college sports rivalry will flare up once again tonight in a new and unique way. West Virginia and Pittsburgh have engaged in competition for over a century in what has become known most popularly as The Backyard Brawl, the bitterness between fanbases enhanced by proximity of the two schools and the deep history of the rivalry in multiple sports.
One Person Hospitalized After Duluth Tourist Boat Mishap
Duluth, MN (KROC-AM News) - One person was evacuated by the Coast Guard and taken to a hospital for treatment and several others were treated for minor injuries following a mishap involving a popular tourist vessel at the entrance to the Duluth-Superior Harbor Saturday night. The St. Louis County Sheriff's...
‘We can’t ignore the reality’: Northern Minnesota community works together to prepare for wildfire
Ely is a small town with a big wildfire problem. Situated entirely within Superior National Forest, the biggest national forest east of the Mississippi sits atop a 3-million-acre tinderbox. Climate change, a century of fire suppression, and the effects of a native tree insect have converged to make the town of Ely a bullseye in a forest ripe for fire.
Reliable Relief Pitching Earns Huskies’ Kratz An All-Star Bid
DULUTH, Minn.- Caden Kratz will be one of two players representing the Duluth Huskies in this week’s Northwoods League All-Star Game. Kratz, who recently graduated from Western Illinois University, has been stellar on the mound as a relief pitcher. In 17.2 innings, Kratz has only allowed 3 hits while striking out 23 batters. He also boasts a 1.53 ERA and leads Duluth with four saves.
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