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Minnesota political leaders call for unity in wake of Donald Trump assassination attempt
MINNEAPOLIS — The Republican National Convention is now underway in Milwaukee. Following the assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump, there are calls for unity and toning down divisive rhetoric.After the assassination attempt, Trump wrote on social media, "In this moment it is more important than ever that we stand United."And it's not just happening at the national level — Sen. Amy Klobuchar is among the Minnesota leaders calling for a reset in our conversations."Some of the political rhetoric gets out of hand," Klobuchar said. "That is something, but it goes beyond that. It's also individual citizens, they have to...
Two people arrested on warrant, drug related charges after La Farge area traffic stop
LA FARGE, Wis. – Vernon County Sheriff Roy Torgerson reports the arrest of two people from rural De Soto after a traffic related stop in rural La Farge on Thursday, July 11. Sheriff Torgerson says that on Thursday night at approximately 8:00 p.m., a deputy sheriff stopped a vehicle that was traveling east on State Highway 82, near Spry Road, rural La Farge.
Evictions in the Twin Cities happening at the second fastest rate in the nation since COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota is one of the top states in the country when it comes to evictions. According to national data, the Twin Cities are second in the nation in eviction increases since before the pandemic, with nearly 12,000 filings in just the last year.
Lawyers for transgender powerlifter say Minnesota Supreme Court will hear gender discrimination case
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court will soon hear the case involving athlete JayCee Cooper, who alleges USA Powerlifting discriminated against her because she is a transgender woman.Gender Justice, the legal and policy advocacy group whose attorneys represent Cooper, announced on Monday that the high court added the case to its docket last week.Cooper and her legal team allege USA Powerlifting violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act when it denied her entry into its women's competitions in 2018, and denied her petition to allow her to use the gender dysphoria medication spironolactone.In 2019, Cooper filed and then withdrew a complaint...
Houston Ambulance Now State Training Center
At their July 8 meeting, the Houston City Council recognized ambulance employees Dave Runningen and Chris Cox for their impressive 40 years of service to the community on the ambulance. In addition, Anna Frauenkron shared that the ambulance has now officially become a training center for the state of Minnesota. With that, the ambulance crew can present EMT, EMR and refresher courses right in Houston.
Chris Janson, Hailey Whitters, +More Coming to Owatonna: Get Your Tix Now
The 2024 Steele County Free Fair is quickly approaching, and the time is now to get your grandstand concert tickets. Steele County Free Fair officials encourage you to get your tickets now to avoid standing in line at the ticket booth the night of the show. Hailey Whitters with special...
Legal experts offer Expungement Clinic in Rochester
KIMT News Three's Maureen Dudley shares how a southeast Minnesota group is giving those with a criminal record a second chance. A free expungement clinic comes to the Med City for those looking for help in sealing their records.
Permits No Longer Needed For Most Natural Landscapes in Rochester
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Rochester City Council has made some changes to a city ordinance that should make it easier for private property owners to install "natural landscapes" rather than traditional turf lawns. City officials say the amendments to the Tall Grass and Weeds Ordinance were adopted in...
Rochester Man Ordered to Pay $125K Restitution For Employee Theft
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - A Rochester man was sentenced today for stealing thousands of dollars from his employer. 44-year-old Blake Allyn Schaefer earlier entered guilty pleas to two felony theft charges in Olmsted County Court. He was accused of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from an Oronoco area business while he was employed as the company's Chief Financial Officer.
Prayer ribbons at the Cathedral
AMONG THE FLOWERS, trees and shrubbery fronting a side entry to the space that connects church to guild house, three red benches nestle. Bold. Vibrant. Statement pieces in a garden at The Cathedral of Our Merciful Saviour. But those benches outside the massive limestone church towering above the landscape along...
SPAM introduces 12th new flavor
AUSTIN, Minn. — It ain't like the stuff your mom used to make. Minnesota-based Hormel Foods announced last week that it's offering a new flavor of SPAM product, calling the Korean BBQ flavor "sweet yet spicy." “SPAM Korean BBQ Flavored is a nod to the relationship the SPAM brand...
Thursday’s Lawn Chair Night features Nordic Dancers
The 2024 Lawn Chair Night Series continues in front of the courthouse in Decorah Thursday night, July 18, with a performance by the Nordic Dancers and Orchestra. The summer concert series is offered on Thursday nights through Aug. 31. The Lawn Chair Night Series is a free, family-friendly event during...
La Crosse Salvation Army ring the giving bells in July
LA CROSSE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – It’s a sound you typically hear during the holiday season. But this Summer Salvation Army volunteers are ringing their bells. The non-profit in La Crosse is having its first-ever July giving campaign. Usually, the Salvation Army asks for donations during the holiday season....
La Crosse Steam fall to Madison at Copeland
The La Crosse Steam softball team dropped a Tuesday afternoon matchup to Madison 6-3 at Copeland Park. The Steam (8-16) are now 5-6 in July, as they hit the road for a doubleheader Wednesday against Madison (15-10), which moved within four games of Mankato (19-6) for the top of the league.
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