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Lars Nootbaar lifts Cardinals past Twins in finale
MINNEAPOLIS (KELO) — Lars Nootbaar smacked a two-run single in the top of the ninth to give the St. Louis Cardinals a 3-2 win over the Minnesota Twins at Target Field Sunday afternoon. Willi Castro blasted a leadoff homer in the bottom of the first to give the Twins the early lead. Then with the […]
Brooklyn Park Community Invited to Donate Building Supplies for Better Futures Minnesota
Brooklyn Park residents with a cache of building materials cluttering their garages and basements have an upcoming chance to clear out space and contribute to a good cause. According to a bulletin from the City of Brooklyn Park, a donation event is scheduled for Saturday, September 14, where locals can give away their unused, but still useful, building materials to Better Futures Minnesota.
Anthony Edwards Receives Unexpected Invite From Star Boxer
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards continues to ramp up his preparations for the upcoming season. Despite just being a few weeks removed from his gold medal-winning run with Team USA in the Paris Olympics, Edwards is back in the lab, conditioning his body for another long grind with the ...
Nick Saban's first ESPN College GameDay prediction is for UNC football vs. Minnesota
Following a legendary coaching career, Nick Saban has embarked on his next career path. Saban is the newest addition to the ESPN College GameDay crew, as he made his debut with the team in Ireland ahead of the opening day matchup between Florida State and Georgia Tech. Of course, one...
$21 Million Backup Expected to Fill In for Vikings Pro Bowler
Minnesota Vikings tight end T.J. Hockenson is expected to miss the start of the 2024 season as he recovers from a torn ACL and MCL. How much additional time Hockenson misses remains unclear. But ESPN’s Kevin Seifert speculated on August 22 that it could still be around Week 5 despite Hockenson’s appearing to progress in his rehab.
Punishing heat Monday, and then perfect State Fair weather
Monday could be one of the hottest days of 2024, but the heat will not last all week. In the Twin Cities, the National Weather Service predicts high temperatures in the 90s with a heat index up to 105 to account for sun and humidity. Southern Minnesota will be even steamier and could see heat indexes of up to 107 degrees in Mankato and Red Wing.
For Minnesotans hit hard by flooding, 1 month remains to apply for federal aid
Minnesotans recovering from major flooding in June have about one month left to apply for federal aid. As of Saturday, $6.8 million had been approved for 1,400 residents, said Federal Emergency Management Agency spokesperson Kim Keblish. Folks have until Sept. 27 to apply for grants, which can help with temporary...
Minnesota artist Adam Turman brings bold style back to the Grandstand
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A unique Minnesota artist is back at the Minnesota State Fair. Adam Turman, known for his bold, colorful murals around the Midwest, has a newly expanded 2,000-square-foot space in the upper level of the Grandstand, where fairgoers can check out his commemorative State Fair artwork for 2024.
Harris, Walz lean into erasing medical debt
Vice President Harris wants to erase billions of dollars in medical debt, a longtime progressive goal that Democrats hope will be an electoral winner in the fall. The economic plan Harris released last week called for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D), to work with states to erase medical debt for…
Minneapolis's 13th Ward Thrives with Chili Cook-Off, Crime Strategy Sessions, and Urban Development Initiatives
The 13th Ward of Minneapolis has been bustling with community activities and vital updates on city developments in recent weeks. A notable event was the Fulton Neighborhood “Beat the Heat” Chili Cook-Off, a delightful affair that attracted over a hundred locals to Pershing Park, as reported by City of Minneapolis. With a dozen crockpots of chili savored even in sweltering August heat, the event was a testament to the community's spirit and love for chili, complemented by the release of monarch butterflies.
Vikings’ Fan Favorite CB Facing Season-Ending Injury: Report
After clearing waivers with an injury designation, Minnesota Vikings special teams ace and cornerback Najee Thompson was placed on injured reserve (IR) on August 22, effectively ending his season, per Aaron Wilson. Thompson dealt with a knee injury for the majority of training camp. According to KSTP’s Darren Wolfson, Thompson...
Minneapolis Seeks to Amplify Diverse Voices on City Boards and Commissions
To foster a wider range of voices and perspectives, the City of Minneapolis has put out a call for diverse applicants to serve on its numerous boards and commissions. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure that these panels accurately reflect the city's demographics and benefit from the insights of its varied population. According to the city's announcement, they are actively seeking individuals from different walks of life, including youth, entrepreneurs, retirees, neighborhood advocates, and residents with a keen interest in contributing to the city’s continued growth.
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