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Wild week of US weather includes heat wave, tropical storm, landslide, flash flood and snow
It's been a wild week of weather in many parts of the United States. Millions of people are enduring dangerous heat and humidity in the Midwest, while an Alaska landslide killed one man and a woman
Justin Liles: Severe storms likely this evening
A surface low is set to move northeast out of the plains and into Minnesota this evening. Due to the hot nature of our environment and the high humidity, numerous strong storms are possible tonight. The biggest threats will be large hail and damaging winds. Hail may reach 2” in diameter or larger. This is tennis ball sized hail or bigger. Damaging winds over 70 mph are possible too. Widespread power outages, along with down trees are the biggest threat. The areas of biggest concern will be east central Minnesota which include southern Carlton and into Pine County.
Minnesotans Urged To Follow The 7 Second Rule Today
I think most people have heard of the 5-second rule, which suggests that food is safe to eat if you pick it up within five seconds of dropping it. So that you know, that's not always true. Bacteria can stick to food as soon as it touches the floor, and even floors that seem clean can have bacteria. Whether or not they should, many people still follow the 5-second rule.
Saving democracy: Increasing youth voter participation
This is the fifth in a series of six articles about the 2023 Minneapolis City Election, brought to you by the League of Women Voters Minneapolis. Young Americans have been gathering strength and exerting more influence in recent elections but need help realizing their full political force as voters. For the health of our democracy, we want them to do so.
Central MN Town Ball State Tournament Summaries
The Muskies, the Section 11C champions defeated the No. 3 team from Section 8C the Lightning, they out them hit eight to six, including a big triple and a sacrifice fly. They played very good defense in support of their lefties. Johnny Schumer started on the mound, he threw very good innings, he gave up four hits, one run, one walk and he recorded three strikeouts. Veteran David Deminskythrew three innings of relief to earn the win. He gave up two hits, one walk and he recorded four strikeouts.
Get Ready For Massive South Dakota, Iowa, & Minnesota Storms
Strong storms are blowing in on Monday to parts of South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. The Tri-State area could see large hail, damaging winds, and even some isolated tornadoes. Our friends at the National Weather Service in Sioux Falls are preparing South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota for potential severe weather...
Minnesota baker competes for ‘Blue Ribbon’ on Netflix competition
ListenMinnesota baker competes for 'Blue Ribbon' on Netflix competition. The Minnesota State Fair is of course known for its food. But some of the best food you can’t try: The baking competitions. Thousands of people enter every year in hopes of getting a blue ribbon. And this year, there’s...
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