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What's causing some Minneapolis beaches to close
This 4th of July weekend, many people will be spending time on or in the water, but there's certain spots you'll want to steer clear of. WCCO's Kirsten Mitchell tells us where and explains why we're seeing these closures so early in the summer season.
Rev Up Your Laughs: Hit The Humor Highway With These Hilarious Jokes About Cars!
OAKDALE, MN – Get ready to hit the humor highway with our collection of side-splitting car jokes! Whether you’re a gearhead or just enjoy a good laugh, these jokes will have you speeding into a fit of giggles. From punny punchlines to hilarious one-liners, we’ve got the best...
Minnesota Vikings Rank Near Bottom of NFL in Young Talent
The Minnesota Vikings are trying to get younger under Kwesi Adofo-Mensah, but is it working? A new ranking says definitely not... The post Minnesota Vikings Rank Near Bottom of NFL in Young Talent appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
Minneapolis park workers officially go on strike
MINNEAPOLIS — Minneapolis park maintenance workers officially went on strike Thursday after the union rejected the park board's final offer earlier this week. LIUNA Local 363, which represents more than 300 maintenance and seasonal workers, is seeking more competitive wages, more safety tools and equitable health care. “Today marks...
Summer Games Done Quick 2024: Watch Day 5 here
Happy 4th of July to everyone out there! Take a day to celebrate it with Summer Games Done Quick! This year's SGDQ airs during July 4th week and brings together the world's best speedrunners to run through some of the most memorable games of the past and present. As always, they'll do it for charity in front of a worldwide audience on Twitch.
Minneapolis one of the worst cities in the nation for housing shortages
(The Center Square) – According to a recent study by Zillow, Minneapolis has the eighth worst housing shortage in the country. Despite a pandemic construction boom, the home buying site says the U.S. is short 4.5 million homes as of 2022. That year, 8.09 million households lived with nonrelatives, while 3.55 million units were for sale or rent, leaving 4.5 million unaccounted for. In Minneapolis, 12% of non-homeowning residents would...
Former Vikings GM Doesn’t Hold Back His Thoughts About Justin Jefferson
All young players must earn their stripes when they first enter the National Football League. However, as obvious as it may sound, just a handful of players are actually willing to do so. They enter the NFL not just to make it as a pro athlete; they want to be...
Kelly hits a grand slam as the Detroit Tigers blast 4 home runs and 3 triples in a 9-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins
Carson Kelly hit a grand slam and Wenceel Pérez followed with a home run to support Keider Montero earning his first win in the majors as the Detroit Tigers defeated the Minnesota Twins 9-2 on Wednesday night. Riley Greene and Matt Vierling added two-run homers, while Greene, Colt Keith,...
Brooklyn Park's Summer Buzz, Farmers Market, Concerts, and Activities Galore Starting July 10
Brooklyn Park residents, get your reusable bags ready because the 2024 Farmers Market is about to unfold its colorful canvases, featuring the best of local produce every Wednesday, starting July 10. If you're thinking farm-to-table, think closer. A cornucopia of fresh fruits, veggies, and artisan goodies will be a mere arm's length away at the North Hennepin Community College, thanks to Brooklyn Park's Community Activity Center initiative.
Revisiting Calder Trophy Seasons: Cully Dahlstrom’s 1937-38 Season
He was commonly referred to as Cully Dahlstrom, but Carl Sidney Dahlstrom was an American-born hockey player who took an extended route to the NHL. Born in Minneapolis, Minnesota on July 3, 1912, Dahlstrom first played professionally in the Central Hockey League (CHL). While his road to the NHL was...
How to watch today's Minnesota Lynx vs Connecticut Sun WNBA game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time
What to know about how to watch the WNBA matchup between the Minnesota Lynx and the Connecticut Sun. The Minnesota Lynx host the Connecticut Sun in an electrifying WNBA matchup on July 04, 2024, at 8:00 pm ET. The Minnesota Lynx will try to continue their seven-game home winning streak...
Twins Re-Sign Diego Castillo To Minor League Deal
The Twins have re-signed right-hander Diego Castillo to a minor league deal, per Theodore Tollefson of Twins Daily on X. The righty well rejoin the St. Paul bullpen and give the Twins some non-roster bullpen depth again. Castillo, 30, signed a minor league deal with the Twins at the end...
New Riverfront Trail Set to Enhance Outdoor Experience in North Minneapolis by Late 2024
Minneapolis residents can look forward to new strides in outdoor connectivity, with construction set to begin on a new segment of riverfront trail on July 8. This new trail will link Ole Olson Park and the 26th Avenue North Overlook, providing a continuous bike and walk path that ties into the city's wider network of trails. According to an announcement from the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board (MPRB), this addition is part of a larger initiative to thoroughly connect North Minneapolis with the downtown riverfront and the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.
Coon Rapids Police Invite Locals to 'Touch A Truck' Event Supporting 'Shop With a Cop' Program
If you've ever wanted to see a police cruiser up close or grope the grooves of a giant tire, the Touch A Truck event at Riverdale Shopping Center might just be your jam. Slated for July 13th, locals are invited to explore a range of mighty machines, courtesy of their friendly neighborhood Coon Rapids Police Department. The event goes beyond simple exploration, though, as it's also a means to funnel support toward the department's 'Shop With a Cop' program — a community initiative shaping bonds between officers and children during the holidays.
Which Vikings player would win a team hot dog eating contest?
How many hot dogs can you eat in 10 minutes? That is the only question besides which Vikings players do you think can eat the most hot dogs?. I do not know these dudes at all and have no clue what they can put away but automatically you think the big boys can put some hot dogs away.
Minneapolis bridge on verge of collapsing following torrential rain, flooding
A bridge near a Minnesota dam is on the verge of crumbling into the Blue Earth River following a barrage of heavy rain and flooding. The County Road 9 bridge, a roughly 40-year-old bridge near the Minnesota city of Mankato, may topple over if the weather doesn’t subside to allow proper structural reinforcements to take place.
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