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EGF Police post fireworks safety in Minnesota
(KNOX) – The East Grand Forks Fire Department would like to give a few reminders about fireworks safety. – Only use Minnesota-legal fireworks like sparklers, fountains, ground spinners, and snappers. – Point fireworks away from people and animals. – Use fireworks in an open area away from trees and...
Minnesota Celebrity Chef Arrested After Threatening to Shoot Girlfriend
In some shocking news involving one of Minnesota's most popular chefs, prosecutors in Minneapolis have charged the celebrity chef for threatening to shoot his girlfriend and for squeezing her neck in an incident last week.
Overwhelming Support For Minnesota Teen’s Firewood Business After Theft
An upsetting situation has turned into a positive feel-good story in Northern Minnesota. 14-year-old Jacob started his own firewood business. He cut, split, wrapped, and stacked the wood and left it out for sale on the honor system. Unfortunately, some people take advantage of the honor system like these two...
9 indicted in multi-state drug operation that includes Minnesota
FARGO, N.D. — Nine people have been indicted in North Dakota for their alleged involvement in a multi-state drug operation run from a federal prison cell. Prosecutors say beginning in January 2022, the distribution network moved significant quantities of methamphetamine, heroin and fentanyl from Mexico into North Dakota, Minnesota, California, Colorado, Georgia, Missouri, Texas, Arizona and elsewhere. The operation was allegedly run by 26-year-old Jesus Amurahaby Celestin-Ortega, also known as Flaco, using a contraband cell phone while he was incarcerated in federal prison on unrelated drug and firearm charges.
St. Cloud Man Arrested After Chase in Stearns County
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A St. Cloud man has been arrested after allegedly leading police on a chase through Stearns County. The Sheriff's Office says Monday they arrested 37-year-old Jamie Tottingham. He is expected to face charges of felony Fleeing Police in a Motor Vehicle and suspicion of Driving While Under the Influence.
Lane Closures on Highway 169 in Central Minnesota Start Monday
ST. CLOUD (WJON News) -- A road construction project on a major north/south highway in central Minnesota will cause slowdowns and delays. The Minnesota Department of Transportation says eight miles of Highway 169 between Milaca and Princeton will be resurfaced. Starting Monday, drivers will encounter single-lane closures in both directions...
Soaking Rain Possible in Minnesota on 4th of July
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Multiple rounds of thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall are expected for the 4th of July into Friday. Most areas are expected to see 1-2" of rain but locally higher amounts of 3-4" are possible. Isolated severe storms are possible Thursday afternoon along with a few tornadoes.
Minnesota Motorist Cited After Being Caught Going 106MPH
Hear that barking sound? Yup, that's the dog days of summer calling out to Minnesotans to enjoy the weather. Summer also means more knuckleheads out on area roads some on two wheels, others on four wheels. Recently a motorist in Chisago County was cited for reaching speeds of more than 100mph.
Minnesota gas prices rose from last week: See how much here
State gas prices rose last week and reached an average of $3.28 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, up from last week's price of $3.21 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has risen about 4 cents since last month. According to the EIA, gas prices across the state in the last year have been as low as $2.75 on Jan. 22, 2024, and as high as $3.95...
Soaking Rain Possible in Minnesota on 4th of July
UNDATED (WJON News) -- Multiple rounds of thunderstorms and locally heavy rainfall are expected for the 4th of July into Friday. Most areas are expected to see 1-2" of rain but locally higher amounts of 3-4" are possible. Isolated severe storms are possible Thursday afternoon along with a few tornadoes.
New Forecast For Fireworks Is Looking Nasty in Minnesota
Minnesota, it is time to rally together. And if you live in Northern Iowa, you might want to join the Land of 10,000 Lakes for this because the forecast for the Fourth of July was just posted and things are not looking great. The Forecast For the Fourth of July...
Some cities adjust fireworks shows ahead of Fourth of July weather
EXCELSIOR, Minn. — Eyes are typically on the sky each Fourth of July but our soaking summer could complicate Independence Day plans. Showers may steal the fireworks show depending on where you live. After a five-year hiatus, Red, White and Boom in Minneapolis will return on the Fourth of July — pending no severe weather."They will be monitoring it throughout the food trucks and the live performances and live bands as people gather and we'll be calling it as the evening progresses," Minneapolis Parks Spokesperson Dawn Sommers said.Sommers says the decision to cancel the fireworks show will be made that evening,...
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