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The Blue Barn celebrates 10 years at the Minnesota State Fair
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — One of the most recognizable buildings at the Minnesota State Fair is marking a milestone anniversary in 2024. The Blue Barn, owned and operated by the Blue Plate Restaurant Company, is celebrating its 10th anniversary at the fair. The Blue Barn is best known for its mantra to serve "breakfast to beer all day."
Tim Walz's Minnesota neighbors welcome his return home after VP nomination
MINNEAPOLIS — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz returned on Friday to the Land of 10,000 Lakes after accepting his Democratic vice presidential nomination.A lot has changed since he joined the ticket with Vice President Kamala Harris — most noticeably his enhanced security detail.On Dayton Avenue and Mississippi River Boulevard in St. Paul, it's typical to see bikes fly by and furry friends strolling the sidewalks. It's a neighborhood that is quiet and tucked away.WCCO filmed his motorcade on Friday pulling into Eastcliff, the residence temporarily housing his family while the Governor's Mansion is being renovated. But this time, Minnesota State Patrol troopers...
Minnesotans Warned to Expect Dangerous Heat and Humidity
Rochester, MN (KROC-AM News) - The Rochester area is included in a heat advisory issued by the National Weather Service that covers the south half of Minnesota, the northwest corner of the state, and the entire state of Iowa. In southeastern Minnesota, the heat advisory will be in effect from...
Fleet Farm ordered to hand over more records in Minnesota’s gun lawsuit
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - A federal judge ordered Fleet Farm to hand over more evidence to the Minnesota Attorney General's office as part of its ongoing civil lawsuit involving firearms sales. The Brief:. The retailer is being sued by the state for not doing enough to stop illegal...
1984 - Carman Captures Minnesota Fair Silver Crown
Falcon Heights, Minn. (August 24, 1984) – Marvin Carman outdistanced Dave Blaney to win the Coca-Cola 200 for USAC Silver Crown championship car event Friday afternoon on the half-mile pavement at the Minnesota State Fair. Fastest qualifier Rich Vogler jumped into the lead on the opening lap and stayed...
Viral Harris-Walz camo hat injects Midwest glam into US campaign
If campaign hat sales are any predictor of electoral results, the Harris-Walz ticket is in great shape, as their camouflage cap with orange lettering goes viral. In part, the virality of the camo hat can be attributed to Chappell Roan, the wildly popular singer who sells a camo hat with orange lettering that reads "Midwest Princess."
Minneapolis police investigate gunshot death of teen girl in Folwell neighborhood
MINNEAPOLIS — A 15-year-old girl in north Minneapolis died Saturday from a gunshot wound, police said. Authorities were called at 1:50 p.m. to the 3400 block of Logan Avenue North. The teen was taken from the house to North Memorial Health where she was pronounced dead. Now authorities are...
A Vikings-Lions trade to replace J.J. McCarthy with shocking rival
The Minnesota Vikings came into the 2024 season with the task of replacing their former quarterback, Kirk Cousins. They needed to address this situation and do so quickly. Having stable quarterback play is how they would keep Justin Jefferson happy and if Jefferson is happy, so are the Vikings. They...
Hall of Famer Rod Carew adds a new title: U.S. citizen
SANTA ANA, Calif. — He's one of the greatest baseball players ever to play America's pastime. Now, at age 78, former Minnesota Twins star Rod Carew is officially an American citizen. The legendary baseball Hall of Famer took the Oath of Allegiance on Friday from the director of the...
Minnesota Vikings at Philadelphia Eagles Preseason: Game Time, TV, Radio, Streaming and more
Even though it feels like it just got started, the preseason slate for the Minnesota Vikings will come to an end today when they travel to take on the Philadelphia Eagles in their final preseason contest of the year. A lot of folks will have to wait to be able to see this one, but we want to make everyone aware of how they can see it live in the event that it’s available in their area.
Caitlin Clark Makes WNBA History Against Minnesota Lynx
On Saturday night, Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever traveled west to face Napheesa Collier and the Minnesota Lynx. The Fever stole the first game of the season series back in July, but the absence of Collier played a big part. During the second matchup, Clark, once again, made WNBA history. She ...
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