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Republican candidates for House District 19B asks for voters' trust ahead of primary
Next week, Minnesotans will head to the polls to winnow down the field for November in the statewide primary elections, with contested local races on the ballot across the state for both partisan and nonpartisan offices, as well as the statewide nomination for U.S. Senate. While the DFL and Republican parties have indicated their preferred candidates through the caucus and endorsing convention process in most races, voters will have the option to overrule party leaders and select a candidate challenging their party’s endorsement. ...
Tornado Watch Across Southern Minnesota Tonight
The National Weather has issued a Tornado Watch in effect until midnight tonight for a large portion of southern Minnesota. A Tornado Watch means that conditions are favorable for the development in and near the watch area. The Tornado Watch includes Blue Earth, Brown, Cottonwood, Dodge, Faribault, Fillmore, Freeborn, Houston,...
Two Charged in Fentanyl Trafficking Conspiracy
Two individuals have been indicted for conspiring to distribute fentanyl throughout the state of Minnesota. According to U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger, Derek Jon Paddy, (28) and Robyn Lea Lussier, (20) both from Bemidji, were found in possession of over 40 grams of fentanyl on November 2, 2023. Paddy and...
This Classic Band Just Canceled Minnesota Concert, Now Retiring For Good
If you were hoping to see them next year here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, you now won't be able to as this classic band just canceled their farewell tour. There's just something about seeing one of the iconic bands or performers just one last time, right? Few of us like to see things come to an end, but that's just what happened for this classic rock band that will now not be performing here in the North Star State, or anywhere, ever again.
Kamala Harris selects Tim Walz as running mate ahead of joint rally in Philadelphia
Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, CNN first reported. Harris officially announced Walz as the Democratic vice presidential candidate on X several hours later. I am proud to announce that I've asked Tim Walz to be my running mate," Harris wrote on...
Dry, sunny Tuesday provides relief after stormy Monday in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — After Monday's severe storms, Tuesday's stable weather will be a welcome change.There's nary a drop of rain in the forecast across Minnesota. Expect sunshine and low humidity, with highs in the mid-70s.Highs will remain in the 70s for the next several days, and we'll stay mostly dry. Showers could return to the west and north on Wednesday and try to move toward the Twin Cities early Thursday. It's possible those could fail to materialize in the metro.Severe thunderstorms rolled across southern Minnesota Monday night. Multiple tornadoes were reported on the ground briefly in southern Minnesota. Tornadoes were reported near St. James, Waseca, Wells and Twin Lakes, according to the National Weather Service.Xcel Energy says heavy rain and strong winds caused downed trees and outages affecting 18,000 customers across the Twin Cities. The storm knocked out power at the WCCO station, knocking it off the air around 9 p.m. It has since been restored.
Central Minnesota Celebrates National Night Out with Block Parties, Community Events, and Public Safety Engagement
(KNSI) – Neighborhoods across central Minnesota will hold block parties on Tuesday for the 40th annual National Night Out. St. Cloud Police Chief Jeff Oxton told KNSI News the city has been participating in the evening for nearly 30 years and explained what the night hopes to accomplish. “The national theme for this is bringing public safety and community together to celebrate the partnerships and what we can do when we work together to make our cities, our communities, and our neighborhoods safer.”
Regional center helps small food, farm businesses reach local tables
Ever order a hamburger at a restaurant and wonder where the ingredients came from? Farmers in North Dakota and surrounding states are leaning on a new federal program to help ensure those menu items come from their operations. This week, partners under the Regional Food Business Center for North Central...
19 Minnesota counties eligible for FEMA assistance
(ABC 6 News) – The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is extending aid to 19 counties in Minnesota that were impacted by the flooding back in June. In Austin, the cleanup continues after flooding put the communities under water. “Any time people can get a help on hard times...
This Classic Band Just Canceled Minnesota Concert, Now Retiring For Good
If you were hoping to see them next year here in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, you now won't be able to as this classic band just canceled their farewell tour. There's just something about seeing one of the iconic bands or performers just one last time, right? Few of us like to see things come to an end, but that's just what happened for this classic rock band that will now not be performing here in the North Star State, or anywhere, ever again.
Celebrate National Farmers’ Market week in Lincoln Park
Folks across the country are celebrating National Farmers’ Market Week which runs Monday, August 6 through Saturday, August 12. National Farmers’ Market week celebrates the vital role that farmers markets play in the nation’s food system. Lincoln Park was selected to represent the State of Minnesota in the celebration.
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