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Warm, clear Wednesday in Twin Cities, but Fourth of July forecast calls for rain
MINNEAPOLIS — The clouds will clear out and warmer air will move in on Wednesday in the Twin Cities.It will be dry and slightly humid, with a high around 85.Unfortunately for any planned outdoor celebrations, the Fourth of July forecast is much wetter. An area of low pressure will spead showers and storms across the southern half of the state. That system will move in from the southwest starting in the morning before pulling up and peppering the Twin Cities with showers in the afternoon. Then, another cluster arrives later in the evening, bringing stronger storms to the metro, southeastern Minnesota and western Wiscosnin.Keep an eye out for changes to any fireworks shows.Periods of heavy rain will continue into Friday, though there should be some dry time later in the day. Temperatures will drop to the 70s to end the work week.The weekend should bring more dry time, though Saturday could get wet. Highs will rebound to the 80s and stay there into the start of next week.
St. Cloud's MN House candidate discusses her long-term pro-life, anti-LGBTQ+ stances
ST. CLOUD — Minnesota House District 14B candidate Sue Ek looks to bring a Republican voice to the DFL-controlled statehouse. As the familiar face canvasses the streets of St. Cloud, constituents are reminded of her 2005 campaign, which focused on anti-LGBTQ+ and pro-life legislation. “I don't think the Defense of Marriage Act is enough because it (opens) the door for marriages between two men done in a different state to be recognized here,” Ek said in a...
University of North Dakota to help with air traffic controller shortage; Hoeven explains
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The University of North Dakota is helping to combat the shortage of qualified air traffic controllers to ensure growing airports like some in North Dakota have access to the staffing they need to maintain safety and efficiency. Senator John Hoeven said UND has air traffic control...
Plan your weekend at Minneapolis' Taste of Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — The Taste of Minnesota celebration is back for another year in downtown Minneapolis, featuring music, puppies, an artisan market, a range of activities, and yes, lots of food. The two-day festival takes place over July 6 and 7 on Nicollet Mall and runs from 11 a.m. to...
Minnesota, North Dakota prep for busy roads this holiday weekend
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - According to AAA, nearly 71 million people are expected to travel this week. Chances are, many of you will be if you haven’t already. It’s all hands on deck for law enforcement in Minnesota. They’re keeping an extra eye out for impaired and distracted drivers.
University of North Dakota to help with air traffic controller shortage; Hoeven explains
BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) - The University of North Dakota is helping to combat the shortage of qualified air traffic controllers to ensure growing airports like some in North Dakota have access to the staffing they need to maintain safety and efficiency. Senator John Hoeven said UND has air traffic control...
State University Alumna Emily Schumacher Crowned Miss Minnesota
ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University is proud to announce that Emily Schumacher, a 2018 Honors Graduate, has been crowned Miss Minnesota 2024. The prestigious title was awarded after a rigorous three-day competition held at Treasure Island Resort & Casino, culminating on Friday, June 21. Representing Miss Mankato, Schumacher...
New Roads Surcharge Popping Up on Internet Orders in Minnesota
Have you noticed a new surcharge on your larger internet delivery orders yet?. Starting this week, it costs a little more to have some internet purchases delivered to you. A new state law tacks-on a 50-cent fee on purchases of $100 or more. Why?. As we shift more and more...
Bond set for suspect in fatal Arbors Apartment shooting
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The man accused of shooting another man in the face at the Arbor Apartments last week made his first court appearance today, July 3. Bond was set at $50,000 dollars for 20-year-old, Amire Logan, after he was arrested last Wednesday in connection to the murder of Zion Brooks, who police say was shot in the face on the night of June 24. The judge ordered if Logan posts that, or pays $5,000 dollars in cash, he can be released from jail.
Missing Minnesota Teenager Found Safe
Pine City, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension today canceled a statewide missing person alert that was issued earlier this week for missing Minnesota teenager. The BCA says 15-year-old Destiny Rae Matrious has been found safe in Wisconsin. She had been missing since June 16 when...
Extreme heat and floods are back in the Midwest. How does climate change play in?
Sweaty city and state officials loaded donated air conditioners onto trucks in a St. Louis warehouse, passing the heavy boxes down the line. On this day, the thermometer soared to 103, the hottest temperature ever recorded on June 25 in the city. The 800 cooling units were headed to low-income...
New Tool Doesn’t Predict the Weather in Minnesota, it Predicts Mosquitos
So far this summer has been very wet throughout Minnesota. We all want to spend some time outside when we can so checking the forecast is a daily thing so we can make plans accordingly. But then when you get one nice day, you make plans to have a bonfire...
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