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Minnesota Coffee Roaster Speaks Out on Coffee Toxin Concerns
You may have heard concerns about your cup of coffee containing toxins from -- yuck -- moldy coffee beans. And yes, your "morning joe" likely DOES contain a very small amount of what are called "mycotoxins"-- fungal toxins that are made by molds that can grow in coffee beans and other foods. The concern comes over the potential health risks which include not only liver, kidney and immune system damage, but even carcinogenic effects.
Downward trend in water levels expected to continue in Minnesota
MINNESOTA, USA — As storms rolled through the Twin Cities again during the Fourth of July on Thursday, Mollie Shields of Bloomington felt a little rain fatigue. "Never thought you'd say no more rain," Shields said, "but we're definitely at that point right now." Although Shields said her garden...
100K Expected for Taste of Minnesota This Weekend
Minnesota is gearing up for a massive summer event – the Taste of Minnesota festival, a blend of food and music. Initially launched in St. Paul in 1983, the festival took a hiatus after 2010 but made a successful comeback in 2023. The food festival is set to return this summer and will take place on July 6 and 7th.
Megan Scheffe '24 Receives American Red Cross Award
Megan Scheffe is a 2024 graduate of the SMSU Exercise Science Program in the Twin Cities. She has also spent more than seven years working as a Red Cross certified lifeguard for the City of Plymouth. It was her Red Cross training and experience that positioned her to be ready for anything. And luckily for one person last year, she was able to put her life-saving skills into action.
Undercover Minnesota police officer discovers plot to kill British TV personality
OWATONNA, Minn. — A sinister plot to kill a famous British woman was discovered and prevented thousands of miles away in Minnesota.Gavin Plumb was convicted Thursday of planning to kidnap, rape and murder Holly Willoughby, a popular British television personality.Police in Essex, outside of London, say Plumb carefully planned the attack for years."Gavin Plumb is a dangerous, predatory individual who was intent on causing the most serious harm to his victim," said Detective Chief Inspector Greg Wood. "Today, Gavin Plumb remains where he belongs: behind bars."The investigation into Plumb began in Minnesota.In an online chat, he solicited an undercover officer...
New Minnesota law allows breweries to sell hemp THC-infused drinks on tap
MINNEAPOLIS — At Headflyer Brewing in northeast Minneapolis, there's something new on tap: hemp-derived, THC-infused drinks.That's because a new law kicked in July 1 allowing taprooms to serve them this way. Before the change, customers could only buy cans. But if breweries display necessary information otherwise required on a label, they have the green light to sell it without a bottle. Dan Schnabel, taproom manager at Headflyer Brewing, said his team moved quickly to offer one of their THC drinks on tap because they anticipated the new statute change, approved by the legislature this session. "Having it on tap gives us so...
Customers Now Angry At New Costco Change in Minnesota
'Minnesota nice' may still be a thing but a new change at Costco has customers more than just a little upset. When you think of Costco, you probably think of buying huge packages of toilet paper or paper towels, giant tubs of guacamole, queso, or other delicious dips, and massive packages of coffee and other food items, right?
3 Million+ Meals Served: Minnesota’s Summer Food Service Program Nourishes Kids Across the State
Minnesota’s Summer Food Service Program is currently providing three million free meals to children at nearly 1,000 locations statewide, aiming to bridge the nutrition gap during the summer months with accessible, no-questions-asked meal options. Minnesota’s Summer Food Service Program Offers Free Meals to Children Across 1,000 Locations This Summer According to the Audacy, Minnesota is […]
Social media video captures law enforcement divide with Hennepin Co. Attorney
BLOOMINGTON, Minn. (FOX 9) - A since-deleted video, posted online by the Bloomington Police Chief is raising questions about law enforcement’s ability to work with Hennepin County’s top prosecutor. "I fully expect to get in trouble for this, it is what it is," said Chief Booker Hodges in...
Minneapolis murder suspect to return to Olmsted County if released from Hennepin jail
(ABC 6 News) – The suspect in a Minneapolis murder case appeared in Olmsted County Court Friday on one charge of interfering with a dead body. Margot Lewis appeared remotely Friday, July 5, where Judge Debra Jacobson and the prosecution determined that if the defendant was released from Hennepin County custody in the future, Lewis would return to Olmsted County custody on $1M bail.
Gov. Tim Walz after White House meeting says President Biden is "fit for office," and has his support
WASHINGTON — After a meeting at the White House Wednesday, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said President Biden is "fit for office" even as some fellow Democrats called for him to withdraw from the race amid concerns about his poor debate performance.Walz, chair of the Democratic Governors Association, joined several of his Democratic colleagues leading states across the country — some in-person, some virtually — to speak with the president directly. He and Govs. Wes Moore of Maryland and Kathy Hochul of New York addressed reporters following their discussion and pledged their support."He has had our backs through COVID, through all...
With pro soccer calling, Minnesota Aurora works to keep its summer vibe alive
ListenWith pro soccer calling, Minnesota Aurora works to keep its summer vibe alive. A Minnesota Aurora match isn’t just a game for Ruby Palm. It’s serious business. On the day before her 10th birthday recently, all she wanted was to see the team play. She came game-ready with an Aurora scarf, T-shirt, friendship bracelet and blue hair ties. Her family has season tickets and try to make it to every home game. Ruby and her younger sisters Wilder and Ophelia all play soccer.
Red, White and Boom back in Minneapolis for first time in 5 years
MINNEAPOLIS — After a half-decade hiatus, the music, crowds and excitement are back in 2024 in Mill Ruins Park for the grand return of Red, White and Boom.As if on cue, the skies cleared for the very beginning of festivities Thursday evening, after a wet and gloomy rain-soaked day."This is our first Red, White and Boom," said Roth Khea, a crew member with Waffle Bar Food Truck, one of the food trucks at the event.Khea has kept a close eye on conditions all day."I think it's going to be a great event because the rain is clearing out for us," said Khea.So too have organizers from the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board. Light rain is fine, organizers said. It's the possibility of heavy rain and lightning that would have put the event in jeopardy.Thursday evening, organizers posted the good news on Facebook, "Everything is on.""Very exciting to be back," said Big Mike Mothershed, lead singer for Big Mike Retro Soul and the Westside Horns. For Mothershed, these Fourth of July festivities hold extra meaning after serving a dozen years in the military. "It means something to celebrate the country that you've earned a living in," said Mothershed.
Close call between dump truck and motorcyclist caught on camera
MINNEAPOLIS — Dash camera video shows an incredibly close call between a motorcycle, SUV and dump truck on a Minneapolis interstate.The Minnesota State Patrol says a motorcyclist crashed into a guard rail while traveling southbound on Interstate 35W at Hennepin Avenue on Monday.After the motorcycle crashed, a Kia SUV swerved to avoid the crash and got rear-ended by a dump truck. The dump truck ended up spinning out, narrowly missing the motorcycle and its operator.The motorcyclist suffered injuries that were non considered life-threatening. No one else reported any injuries.The crash remains under investigation.
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