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Dangerous synthetic drugs are changing the way some Minnesota prisons are processing mail
FARIBAULT, Minn. — Contraband isn't new to prisons, but investigators are warning that Minnesota's prison system is being inundated by mail laced with synthetic opioids."I've been in this department for 27 years, and this is one of our largest problems," John Melvin, director of the office of special investigations at the Minnesota Department of Corrections, explained to WCCO Investigates. "Our investigators are very overwhelmed by trying to help stop this introduction."Melvin shared several examples of compromised mail that was confiscated and tested for drugs. They included everything from handwritten birthday cards to what appeared to a package from an attorney's office."It...
Minnesota Awesome celebrates state pride, Olympian Suni Lee
EDINA, Minnesota — There are so many things that make Minnesota great — or better yet — awesome. "Things are nice here, and scenic, and lots of lakes," said Dan Gordon, who grew up in Bismarck but moved to Minnesota in his early twenties. Dan and his...
Billboards hope to shine light on missing Indigenous people in Minnesota
MINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Department of Public Safety unveiled a new series of billboards meant to raise awareness about missing Indigenous relatives in the state.Eight billboards feature eight missing Indigenous people from Minnesota: Leo Coleman Cortez, Kateri Mishow, Mato Dow, Nevaeh Kingbird, Melissa Eagle Shield, Melissa Burt, Jeremy Jourdain and April Geyer.The DPS says the billboards can be seen in Minneapolis, Burnsville, Shoreview, Mounds View, Maplewood and Columbus Township.The Missing and Murdered Indigenous Relatives (MMIR) office worked with Missing Children Minnesota and Clear Channel Communication on the billboards. Clear Channel Communication leased the billboard space for a $1 contract, according...
Minneapolis crisis response team handles thousands of calls once routed to police
MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - The Minneapolis crisis response team, which was formed as an alternative to police after the murder of George Floyd, has responded to more than 20,000 calls since it was formed – handling calls ranging from mental health to homelessness and addiction. Why it matters. The...
Vikings’ Cornerback Might Have Cringiest Interview in Team History
Minnesota Vikings' cornerback Andrew Booth Jr. might have had one of the cringiest interviews in franchise history. The post Vikings’ Cornerback Might Have Cringiest Interview in Team History appeared first on MinnesotaSportsFan.
The Cleveland Browns Will Trade Nick Chubb to the Minnesota Vikings
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Nick Chubb becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Minnesota Vikings. FOR MORE NFL CONTENT,...
DULUTH WOMAN ACCUSED OF STEALING $1K WORTH OF GAS
(Duluth, MN) — A Duluth woman is accused of stealing $1,000 worth of gasoline in Cass County gas stations and not paying for it. Sapphire Torres was arrested Monday and has been charged with one felony count of theft. Authorities say the defendant stole more than $1,000 of gas using a flatbed truck from at least three gas stations over six months. Cass County Sheriff Bryan Welk is encouraging gas stations in northern Minnesota and northern Wisconsin to report similar incidents as there have been additional fuel thefts in the region – including a June 4th theft of $529 at a Remer gas station. The investigation began Monday evening when Swanson’s Bait & Tackle in Hackensack reported a fuel theft of $260 around 8:20 p.m. Previously that night, the corner store in Backus reported a $300 drive-off.
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