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Motorcyclist killed in crash with SUV in East Bethel
EAST BETHEL, Minn. — A motorcyclist was killed in a crash with an SUV in the north metro Saturday afternoon.The crash happened just before 3:30 p.m. near the 4500 block of Fawn Lake Drive Northeast in East Bethel, according to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.A woman driving an SUV tried to turn left into a driveway, at which point a man on a motorcycle went into the opposite lane and hit the side of the SUV, the sheriff's office said. The man died at the scene. The woman suffered minor injuries.The crash is being investigated.On Thursday, three motorcyclists were killed in separate crashes on Minnesota roads in a 10-hour span.The Minnesota State Patrol said 69 people died in motorcycle crashes in 2023, with 15 deaths reported by this time last year. The latest state data has numbers through May, with 11 reported motorcycle deaths.
Brooklyn Park Sting Operation Results in Seven Felony Arrests and Seizure of Drugs and Firearms
In a show of force against violent crime, the Violent Offender Task Force (VOTF) in collaboration with detectives from the Brooklyn Park, MN - Police Department, orchestrated a police operation that led to seven felony arrests. The detail, spanning a mere 3.5 hours, also saw the confiscation of three illegally possessed firearms and a significant quantity of drugs, including 383 fentanyl pills and 54 grams of methamphetamine, as per the Brooklyn Park, MN - Police Department. Remarkably, two arrests were made within the opening five minutes of the operation, evidencing law enforcement’s swift action.
Newsmakers: IOCP Emphasizes Early Childhood Education
Interfaith Outreach and Community Partners has a comprehensive program called Caring for Kids that offers scholarships for childcare, case management, mental health supports and parenting education for adults with children ages 5 and below. Sarah Johansen is the manager of Caring for Kids. “Child care is often the lever, as...
Annual Cancer Auction Weekend approaches in Blooming Prairie
BLOOMING PRAIRIE, Minn. – The Blooming Prairie Cancer Group will hold its 23rd annual Cancer Auction Weekend on September 5 through September 7. Events kick off Thursday night with Premier Gun Bingo, an event that is usually sold out. Tickets may be purchased early at Coordes Gun Shop in Lansing, the Pizza Cellar, or by calling Connie Trom at 507-456-8431. An African Safari with vouchers toward airfare will be auctioned off Thursday night to the highest bidder.
Jason Dietsch Runs for First Career No. 1 at Lucas Oil Nationals
Jason Dietsch has been working towards this goal since 2021 and today at the NHRA Lucas Oil Nationals the driver from Edgerton, Ohio, ran to his first No. 1 qualifier in the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series. Dietsch drove his Ford Mustang to the provisional pole position yesterday and improved on his quick elapsed time today to run to the top of the qualifying order in front and over a dozen Chevrolet Camaros and Dodge Drag Paks.
Greg Anderson wins Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge, Looks to Nab Victory on Sunday in Brainerd
It was a fine day for Greg Anderson at Brainerd International Raceway. Anderson, the driver of the HendrickCars.com Chevrolet Camaro and a native of Minnesota, took to the dragstrip at Brainerd International Raceway with ferocity to earn his third Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge win and set himself up well for Sunday eliminations.
S. Torrence Goes No. 1 for First Time at Brainerd International Raceway
On Friday, Brainerd International Raceway was one of three tracks on which four-time Top Fuel World Champion Steve Torrence had never started a Mission Foods drag race from the No. 1 qualifying position. However, when racing begins Sunday in the 42nd Lucas Oil Nationals, the 41-year-old Texan can scratch that...
Mostly MN Music with Jeremy Lord of the Universe – theme metals
If you heard music at 1pm today, it was coming from the WMCN studio on the Macalester College. Jeremy Johnson brought us his amazing intensity, energy and volume! Jeremy has several music endeavors, but we spoke mostly about Jeremy and the Lords of the Universe. They are working on the recording music but you can see them playing around town, especially at The White Squirrel (on August 23 and 30).
Lightning Strike Destroys Family Home: Fire Leaves Cannon Falls Family Homeless Overnight!
CANNON FALLS, MN – A Cannon Falls, Minnesota family is facing an unexpected hardship after their home was destroyed by a fire caused by a lightning strike. The incident took place during a storm on July 31, leaving the family of five without a place to live. Fortunately, no one was injured in the blaze.
Nonprofit gives out 3,000 backpacks to kids for free
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — Buying supplies for back-to-school can be expensive for families.In Brooklyn Park, a grassroots effort by community members is helping relieve that financial strain off parents while providing a little fun for kids.Lines began forming early at the fourth annual Honored to Help barbecue and backpack giveaway on Saturday."To bring community together so that we can show our community what family looks like, and what it's supposed to be. Create more unity in the community," said Clint "Scooter" Draughn, who grew up in the neighborhood.Through his nonprofit organization, Honored to Help, he has made it his mission...
Moms rally around Roseville family after mother suffers stroke
ROSEVILLE, Minn. — When a sudden stroke changed a Roseville family's life, Minnesota moms came to the rescue. A typical Tuesday at work quickly turned tragic for Nancy Her."She was with a patient and was complaining of head pain that's when she collapsed," said her sister Audrey Yang.Yang says her sister was rushed to the hospital where doctors say she suffered a stroke from a blood clot in the brain. She's since had two major surgeries as doctors wait for brain swelling to go down.Family members were all shocked by the sudden stroke, saying they were all together the week prior celebrating...
Wanamingo Ends Season At State Tournament
The Wanamingo Jacks did not survive their first game at the MBA State Amatuer Baseball Tournament, falling 9-4 today to the St. Boni Saints in Belle Plaine. The Saints broke open a 3-2 lead with back-to-back 3 run innings in the 5th and 6th while the Jacks could never generate a crooked number in any inning.
Woodbury Days at Ojibway Park
Enjoy the last bit of summer at Woodbury Days- a free festival for the whole family!. Woodbury Days takes place August 23rd- 25th at Ojibway Park in Woodbury. The schedule is packed to the brim with fun for the whole family, including a parade, car show, carnival, live music, bingo, kids activities, the Taste of Woodbury and more!
1881 by Lake Elmo Inn opens in St. Paul's Union Depot
ST PAUL, Minn — Award-winning restauranteurs behind one of Minnesota's most iconic dining establishments, the Lake Elmo Inn, have opened a new restaurant at the Union Depot in downtown St. Paul. Owners Chef John and Christine Schiltz and their team launched 1881 by Lake Elmo Inn on Thursday, August...
Wells Council looks at possible big tax hike
The Wells City Council took their first look at the city’s proposed 2025 budget during their regular council meeting on Monday, Aug. 12. “This is something I have been working on and what I am presenting is a balanced General Fund budget,” city administrator Tiffany Schrader told the council members. “A significant effort has been made across departments to bring the budget in line with actual expenditures.”
Winnebago replacing a failed siren
Winnebago Fire Department chief Bret Osborn attended the Aug. 14 Winnebago Council meeting to address the council concerning a problem with the siren located behind City Hall. “As all of you are aware, on Aug. 5, the Winnebago Fire Department was called out to spot for weather that had moved into the area. Just north of town, less than a mile away, a funnel cloud was spotted by a trained spotter,” Osborn commented. “Had it come to the ground and stayed, the track it was on would have hit the very northeast corner of town. I called for the sirens to be set off and the big one behind City Hall failed.”
Gus Macker tournament returns to Minnesota
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — The Gus Macker Tournament, a 3-on-3 basketball tournament that travels across the country, is back in Minnesota for the first time since 2019.The event doubles as a way to give back. The parking lots of North Hennepin Community college transformed for the 50th running of the tournament. It's something Cyd Haynes fought to bring back to Minnesota. "It really is about having fun. You're going to see a lot of competition out here, and people who are really serious," said Haynes.The teams of three are playing for a trophy and bragging rights. Some are even coming from as...
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