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Texas man swindled northern Minnesota woman out of $100K in gold bars, $36K in cash, charges say
MARSHALL COUNTY, Minn. — A 23-year-old Texas man faces charges for his role in swindling $36,000 in cash and $100,000 in gold bars from a northern Minnesota woman.Charges filed in Marshall County say that a 66-year-old woman said she sent the money to a man in Texas because he had told her he had access to her Social Security number. She said she'd sent the cash in $100 bills and tucked the money into books, which she sent to two different CVS stores in Texas.She added that he had also bought $100,000 worth of gold bars online in August of last...
Ones to watch: These Minnesota men are running for Liberia at the Paris Olympics
Last week, Jabez Reeves, a sprinter at Minnesota State University, Mankato, stretched by himself on the end of the school’s track. He then ran three full-speed sprints, as his coach at Mankato watched on. Three days later, Reeves was on a flight to Paris, where he’ll compete on the...
Despite Trump claim and 2020 tweet showing support, Harris never donated to Minnesota Freedom Fund
MINNEAPOLIS — Former President Donald Trump is using a 2022 Minnesota murder case to attack Vice President Kamala Harris.Trump claims Harris helped raise millions and personally donated to a fund that got extra support to bail out protestors in the aftermath of George Floyd's death."One of the dangerous criminals Kamala helped bail out of jail was Shawn Michael Tillman," Trump said at a rally in Charlotte, North Carolina. "You know that name. A repeat offender who, with Harris's help, was set free. He then went on to murder a man on a train platform in St. Paul, Minnesota, shooting him...
Big Ten quarterback shuffle: Transfers expected to start for 14 of 18 conference teams
The Gophers certainly aren’t the only team using the transfer portal to fill the most important position in football. Big Ten quarterback shuffle: Transfers expected to start for 14 of 18 conference teams. Located in Litchfield, MN we deliver the latest in local News, Sports, Weather, Obituaries & More!...
THURSDAY CRVL PLAYOFF ROUNDUP: Cologne sweeps Glencoe, top seeds take care of business
COLOGNE – The Cologne Hollanders are moving on to the Region 7C tournament after a 12-0 thumping of the Glencoe Brewers in seven innings. The game was a sharp contrast from these two teams previous meetings this season, both of which went to extra innings. The Hollanders won the regular season matchup 3-1 in 11 innings, and followed that up with a 6-1 in 12 innings to take game one of the series earlier this week.
FEMA aid decisions could come soon, city officials report
City of Windom and Cottonwood County officials continue to advocate for Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Individual Assistance to become available to local citizens, but EDA Director Tiffany Lamb informs that the entities have not yet received a response from FEMA. Lamb did note, however, that she anticipates that communication...
Kernels lose walkoff heartbreaker; will host Maple Plain in first round of playoffs
HUTCHINSON – TheCokato Kernels lost a heartbreaker to Hutchinson to end North Star League play. Cokato held a 4-2 lead after eight innings, as ace Steve Schmitt kept the potent Huskies lineup at bay. Unfortunately, in the bottom of the ninth the Huskies’ Marcus Hahn hit a grand slam...
Saints split pair, clinch final automatic playoff spot
The DC Saints split their final two games of the North Star League regular season, finishing the campaign with an even record of 8-8. The Saints clinched the #7 seed, and final automatic bid, to the Region 12C tournament. (The final #8 seed will be determined by a playoff of...
Minnesota Twins Prospects Soar in Latest Rankings
The Minnesota Twins plan to be buyers at the trade deadline and Keith Law resets the top prospects giving an idea of what they have to offer. The post Minnesota Twins Prospects Soar in Latest Rankings appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
George Floyd’s uncle in St. Louis speaking on police brutality
ST. LOUIS (First Alert 4) -- It’s been four years since George Floyd was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis. The murder set off protests around the country, including in St. Louis. First Alert 4 spoke with Floyd’s uncle, Selwyn Jones, who was in St. Louis discussing police brutality.
Minneapolis park workers strike agreement; Presidential campaigning in Minnesota
After a strike of more than three weeks, the union representing Minneapolis park workers says it’s reached a tentative contract agreement with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. And ahead of former President Donald Trump's campaign rally tomorrow, Minnesota Democrats will hold a vote-canvassing event for Vice President Kamala...
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