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State Farm: Catalytic converter theft claims dropping
MINNESOTA, USA — New data from State Farm shows catalytic converter thefts may be on the decline in the U.S., and in Minnesota. According to the insurance company, the first half of 2024 saw a 74% drop in catalytic converter theft claims, compared to the same time period in 2023.
Man killed in Sherburne County crash
SHERBURNE COUNTY, Minn. — A 48-year-old is dead after hitting a tree Monday night in Livonia Township. The Sherburne County Sheriff's Office said the driver was on 112th Street Northwest when his vehicle left the road near 233rd Avenue and crashed into a tree. Deputies were called to the crash around 7 p.m. and found the man trapped inside the vehicle. Authorities say extrication was needed to pull him from the vehicle, but he was pronounced dead at the scene.
Fire destroys iconic bar-restaurant in Battle Lake
BATTLE LAKE, Minn. — Restaurants are frequently the heartbeat of communities in Minnesota's lake country, places that draw both locals and visitors to eat, drink, and catch up. For 55 years, Stub's has served that role in Battle Lake, a long run that may be over following a raging...
Murder charges filed in hit-and-run death of teen in downtown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — A 22-year-old Minneapolis woman could face decades in prison after prosecutors charged her with murder in connection with a hit-and-run incident that claimed the life of a teenager. Prosecutors on Tuesday detailed one count of second-degree murder and five counts of second-degree assault against Latalia Anjolie Margalli...
Officials: Man stabbed, killed wife of 65 years, 'I guess I lost my head'
ANNANDALE, Minn. — An 85-year-old man is in custody after allegedly stabbing his wife of 65 years with a kitchen knife, according to charging documents. The Wright County Attorney's Office charged Rodney Andersen, of Annandale, with one count of second-degree murder after his wife, identified in the criminal complaint as 82-year-old JLA, succumbed to her wounds last week.
Health leaders celebrate 50th anniversary of nutrition program
Minnesota health leaders are celebrating 50 years of a special supplemental nutrition program called WIC. But what is WIC, and who benefits from it?. The program focuses on nutrition and breastfeeding for women, infants and children. Opportunities include nutrition education and counseling, foods and referrals for health and social services, according to the Minnesota Department of Health (MDH).
Celebration of Life Ceremony held for Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan
SOUTH FULTON, Ga. — Loved ones are gathering to say goodbye to Atlanta rapper Rich Homie Quan at a Celebration of Life ceremony on Tuesday. The 34-year-old, whose legal name is Dequantes Devontay Lamar, died Sept. 5. The artist is known for hit records "Type of Way," "Lifestyle" and "Flex." The ceremony will be held Sept. 17 at 11 a.m. at World Changers Church International, which is located at 2500 Burdett Road.
Bunny's dedicates proceeds to victims of Park Tavern tragedy
ST. LOUIS PARK, Minn. — On the surface, Bunny's and Park Tavern could be seen as rivals - bar restaurants catering to loyal neighborhood crowds who savor good food, cold beverages and familiar faces. But true community always wins out over competition and Bunny's is urging customers to reach...
St. Paul police investigate fatal shooting on University Ave.
ST PAUL, Minn. — St. Paul Police are investigating after finding a man dead following a shooting early Tuesday morning. Squads were called to the 1200 block of University Ave. W around 12:30 a.m. after a 911 caller reported hearing gunshots and seeing a person lying on the ground. Upon arrival, officers found a man with apparent gunshot wounds lying in the rear of an apartment building, according to a press conference.
CONTEST: Win tickets to see Justin Timberlake
Watch KARE 11 Sunrise or KARE 11 Saturday from Tuesday, September 17 to Saturday, September 21 for the chance to win tickets to see Justin Timberlake at the Xcel Energy Center. One winner will receive a pair of tickets to see Justin Timberlake at the Xcel Energy Center on Thursday,...
Justice Theodora Gaitas sworn into Minnesota Supreme Court
ST PAUL, Minn. — A vast array of judges, lawyers, family and friends gathered at the Minnesota History Center in Saint Paul to honor the newest member of the Minnesota Supreme Court. Chief Justice Natalie Hudson administered the oath of office to Associate Justice Theodora Gaitas, who was appointed...
Former secret service agent reacts to latest Trump apparent assassination attempt
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — It's no secret that the agency tasked with protecting former president Donald Trump are constantly on the lookout for threats, especially following the assassination attempt in July. The heightened level of concern has former Secret Service agent Mike Olson questioning the actions of Secret...
Surgeon general warns parental stress is an 'urgent public health issue'
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota — We all know parenting can be stressful but the U.S. surgeon general said it goes beyond that. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has issued an advisory on parental stress, calling attention to an "urgent public health issue." Murthy said. "advisories are reserved for significant public health challenges that require the nation's immediate awareness and action."
Wildfire in Boundary Waters grows, more lakes and portages closed
ELY, Minn. — A wildfire in Minnesota's Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness has grown to 27 acres, causing the closure of more areas and portages. According to the U.S. Forest Service, there was a small amount of rain overnight, and fire activity is minimal. Firefighters are working to suppress and contain the blaze.
M Health Fairview shares results of opioid treatment pilot program
MINNEAPOLIS — In Minnesota, opioid-related deaths continue to rise, with more than 1,000 fatalities in 2022. That's up from 421 people in 2017, according to the Minnesota Department of Health. Thus M Health Fairview and the Minneapolis Health Department's Opioid Response Team spent a couple of years figuring out...
14-year-old hurt, man arrested after gunfire heard downtown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — An 18-year-old was arrested and a 14-year-old was hurt after gunfire in downtown Minneapolis. According to the Minneapolis Police Dept., officers could hear the shots fired near their precinct. Officers found "evidence of gunfire" in a parking lot near 5th Street North and Hennepin Avenue. Three blocks...
Will 2nd apparent assassination attempt on Trump affect the election?
MINNEAPOLIS — For the second time in two months, an apparent attack has been made on former President Donald Trump’s life. “This is certainly an unprecedented series of assassination attempts,” University of Minnesota political science Professor Larry Jacobs says. To his knowledge, Professor Jacobs says he can’t...
Parents speak out after daughter killed by driver downtown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Andrea and Juan Broome want people to know how caring their artistic 16-year-old daughter, De'Miaya, was. “She cared about people. She cared about animals. She was just a loving person,” Juan Broome said. De'Miaya came from a blended family with 13 brothers and sisters. She was...
Father charged after 3-year-old falls out window of 8th-floor apartment
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. — A man is facing a felony charge following the death of his 3-year-old son, who fell out the window of an 8th-floor apartment. It happened the morning of May 18 at the Lux Apartments on Summit Drive in Brooklyn Center. According to the criminal complaint, the child was declared dead at the scene by paramedics.
Derrick Thompson faces additional murder charges in crash that killed 5 young women
The Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty announced Monday that a man charged with killing five women in a 2023 Minneapolis car crash will now face additional charges. In a news release, Moriarty said Derrick Thompson is now charged with five counts of third-degree murder, on top of the original 10 counts of criminal vehicular homicide.
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