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Minnesota National Guard providing support at Republican National Convention
MINNESOTA (Valley News Live) - Governor Tim Walz authorized the Minnesota National Guard to provide public safety support for the 2024 Republican National Convention. The convention, which is being held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, from July 15 through July 18, has been designated as a national special security event by the United States Department of Homeland Security due to the scale of security operations required.
Evictions in the Twin Cities happening at the second fastest rate in the nation since COVID-19 pandemic
Minnesota is one of the top states in the country when it comes to evictions. According to national data, the Twin Cities are second in the nation in eviction increases since before the pandemic, with nearly 12,000 filings in just the last year.
$1,750 Child Tax Credit: 210,000 Minnesota Families to Benefit from Expanded Support!
Minnesota Expands Child Tax Credit to Combat Poverty Innovative Measures Introduced to Support Financial Stability According to MARCA, Minnesota families are poised to benefit from an expanded child tax credit program aimed at addressing child poverty. Recently approved by state legislators this initiative offers up to $1,750 per child to families with low to moderate […]
Trump rally shooting could impact Minnesota politics and St. Cloud is in the center of it
ST. CLOUD — Saturday’s assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump could have long-term political implications both at the local and state level, depending on how St. Cloud voters react. College of St. Benedict and St. John’s University Professor of Political Science James Read told the St. Cloud Times the shooting is sparking energy within the Republican party and could increase Republican turnout this election cycle. ...
MN Office of Broadband Development: new portal, office hours, questions and answers about BEAD
Last week, I attended the MN Office of Broadband Development BEAD Challenge Information Session in New Ulm. Today I attended the same session online – mostly to hear the questions and answers from other attendees. (The videos below include the Q&A and presentation from Tom Karst’s section on the NTIA.)
Lawyers for transgender powerlifter say Minnesota Supreme Court will hear gender discrimination case
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The Minnesota Supreme Court will soon hear the case involving athlete JayCee Cooper, who alleges USA Powerlifting discriminated against her because she is a transgender woman.Gender Justice, the legal and policy advocacy group whose attorneys represent Cooper, announced on Monday that the high court added the case to its docket last week.Cooper and her legal team allege USA Powerlifting violated the Minnesota Human Rights Act when it denied her entry into its women's competitions in 2018, and denied her petition to allow her to use the gender dysphoria medication spironolactone.In 2019, Cooper filed and then withdrew a complaint...
With no DFL endorsement, race to replace longtime DFL rep from Winona is wide open
Editor’s note: The Reformer is covering the 15 or so races that will determine control of the Minnesota Legislature. For a primer on the battleground races, including loads of easy-to-read data on the districts, read our first story in the series. WINONA — Two Democrats and a Republican are vying to replace one of Minnesota’s longest-serving […] The post With no DFL endorsement, race to replace longtime DFL rep from Winona is wide open appeared first on Minnesota Reformer.
Man Dead After Rescuing His Children From Drowning in Mississippi River
The body of a Minnesota father was discovered days after he heroically saved his children from the Mississippi River. In a Facebook post on Sunday, July 14, the Sherburne County Sheriff’s Office identified the victim as 41-year-old Cody Jay Pope. Authorities reported that on Friday, July 12, Pope and...
Two Hurt in Stearns County Crash Near St. Rosa
ST. ROSA (WJON News) -- Two people had to be taken to the hospital after a crash north of St. Rosa last week. The Stearns County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened at the intersection of County Roads 17 and 35 just after 2:30 p.m. Thursday. Authorities say 76-year-old Mary...
REPORT: Stunning Details Emerge As Things Get Ugly Between Rookie QB JJ McCarthy And The Minnesota Vikings
Minnesota Vikings rookie quarterback JJ McCarthy is reportedly planning to hold out if the team fails to meet one of his conditions. The Vikings traded up one spot via the New York Jets to select JJ McCarthy with the No. 10 selection. The Michigan product bolstered his draft value by helping the Wolverines win a national championship in his final college season.
Call Her Lollipop Lily: Today’s Pet of the Week!
We're not sure if she does a shaky rockin' dance, but you don't want to pass up your chance...with Lollipop Lily, today's Pet of the Week from Tri-County Humane Society!. Lollipop Lily is a neutered 4-month-old mixed breed. She's a bit bashful, but friendly. Not much else is known about Lollipop Lily, as she came to TCHS with her brothers and sisters from another facility. Stop by TCHS and see if Lollipop Lily is the perfect flavor of furry friend for your family!
Paul Coleman Sentenced to 16 Years for Role in St. Cloud Murder
(KNSI) – A second suspect learns his fate for his role in the murder of a man in St. Cloud. Paul Coleman was sentenced to 16 years and given credit for 782 days in jail on Monday. He pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree murder in February. On...
Team USA Coach Identifies What 'Killed' Lynx Vs. Caitlin Clark, Fever
Minnesota Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve, who also happens to be the head coach of the USA women's basketball team, admitted that her WNBA team lacked offensively in their showdown against Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever. For those who missed it, Clark and Co. took down the Lynx during their Sunday ...
All-area softball team released: Who from central MN was the best players of 2024?
SAINT CLOUD – With two teams making high school state tournaments at the end of the spring season, mid-Minnesota had no shortage of softball talent this year. The 2024 St. Cloud Times All-Area softball teams are stacked from top to bottom, starting with an athlete from Kimball, St. Cloud Cathedral, ROCORI and the St. Cloud Crush vying for the title of St. Cloud Times Softball Player of the Year.
Officials Offer Tips To Avoid Home Repair Scams After Storms
(KNSI) – Severe weather cut through central Minnesota this weekend, causing damage to homes. Officials are reminding you to avoid scams when finding a contractor to make repairs. Clearwater and Monticello saw hail the size of softballs, as much as four inches in diameter. Wind gusts whipped up to...
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