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New Minnesota Laws For Kids Riding In Cars Go Into Effect August 1st
A new child restraint law will come into effect for Minnesotans on August 1st. The new law includes a requirement that all children under 13 years old MUST sit in the back seat of any motor vehicle that has one. “Every driver who transports a child or children under the...
Just 16.1% of Minnesota workers make less than $17 an hour, one of the lowest rates in the country
Data: Oxfam. Chart: Rahul Mukherjee/AxiosJust 16.1% of Minnesota workers make less than $17 an hour, one of the lowest rates in the country, according to a new report by Oxfam.Why it matters: Minnesotans on the lowest end of the economic spectrum have seen some of the biggest raises in recent years, and many of them have risen above the $17 hourly threshold of what Oxfam calls a "low-wage worker." Yes, but: The data also underlines Minnesota's wide racial wage gap. Black and Hispanic workers are much more likely to make less than $17 an hour compared to white and Asian workers.However,...
Redwood County Fair Set to Entertain July 18-21
REDWOOD FALLS, MN — The Redwood County Fair is scheduled for July 18-21, promising a variety of entertainment and activities for attendees of all ages. On Thursday, July 18, the fair kicks off at 5 p.m. with the opening of the Ralph Kolp Exhibit Hall and the Midway. The Midway Wristband Night runs from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., and at 6:30 p.m., the Great Frontier Bull Riding Company will perform in the grandstands. The evening culminates with a main stage performance by Craig Campbell, joined by special guest Jared Blake, at 8 p.m.
Gas Leak in the City of Olivia
(Olivia, MN) - A gas leak was reported Wednesday afternoon at the corner of Fairview and 9th in the City of Olivia. At approximately 2:30 pm a company digging fiber optic cables hit a natural gas line. Households in the area have been evacuated. Olivia Fire Department, Olivia Police and...
Texans Sign Former Vikings Player
The Houston Texans love former Minnesota Vikings players. Danielle Hunter, Stefon Diggs, Case Keenum, and Kris Boyd can attest. Houston made former ex-Vikings offensive guard Chris Reed the latest this week, adding the veteran lineman from free agency with training camp right around the bend. KSTP’s Darren Wolfson tweeted Tuesday,...
Zumbro River Ratz is feeling the weather impacts this summer
MILLVILLE, Minn. - Zumbro River Ratz is feeling the impact of the unusual summer weather this year. The company is owned and operated out of Lisa Schucard's home and provides a tubing experience starting in Hammond and ending in Millville. The six mile river trip is open for appointments seven...
Former Prince home listed at $700K in Golden Valley
GOLDEN VALLEY, Minn. (FOX 9) - A four-bedroom house built in 1985 that once belonged to iconic Minnesota artist Prince is currently for sale in Golden Valley. Real estate records say Prince, whose real name was Rogers Nelson, purchased the property and had it custom-built for his mother. The listing...
Plans underway for emergency homeless shelter in the heart of Uptown Minneapolis
MINNEAPOLIS — Plans are in the works for a 24-bed emergency shelter at West Lake Street and Colfax Avenue in the Uptown neighborhood of Minneapolis.According to a Minneapolis Community Planning and Economic Development report, Lakeshore Care Facility will offer temporary, supportive care for men and women."To be kept out of the loop on everything and have this kind of shoved down our throats, it's not great," said Uptown resident John Higgins.Higgins lives at Buzza Lofts and Apartments, which would be right next door to the shelter. It's an area Higgins said already struggles with overdoses."I've Narcaned dozens of people, I've called...
Bemidji Athlete Prepares for Team USA Para Ice Hockey Tryouts
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - The Women’s Para Ice Hockey Challenge is being held in Norway this October. For Bemidji’s Chloe Kirkpatrick, it would be her 5th time representing her country. “I fell in love with the sport from the start of it and I just love...
Moodance Jam Begins Thursday With New Lineup And Sets Refund Deadline
WALKER, Minn. (KVRR) — Some people who bought tickets to this weekend’s Moodance Jam in Walker, Minnesota are upset with the refund process. Organizers announced two weeks ago that they had cut all national touring acts from this years lineup due to “the present economic climate”.
New county park, beach opening on Little Emily Lake in August
EMILY — A new county park will soon open near the city of Emily. Crow Wing County said it is nearing completion of the Little Emily Lake Park. The park includes a public swimming beach, adding to the small number of public beaches available in the otherwise lake-rich county.
Bloomington Police Seek Public's Aid in Locating Suspect of Mall of America Hit and Run
The Bloomington Police Department is actively seeking assistance from the public in identifying a suspect involved in a hit-and-run incident. The collision, which left an unoccupied vehicle damaged, transpired on the 5th of July, 2024, at the Mall of America east ramp at around 10:50 PM. According to a post made by the Bloomington Police Department, the driver was reportedly "driving recklessly" before hitting the parked vehicle.
Kirk Cousins is shamelessly using former Vikings teammate to help the Falcons
If anyone has watched the Netflix series Receiver, you know about the segment which mentions Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson and how he's essentially caught almost every career ball from his former quarterback Kirk Cousins, to this point in his career. Cousins meant a great deal to this Vikings...
Attorney General Kaul, Gov. Evers Intervene in Planned Parenthood v. Urmanski Original Action
MADISON, Wis. (WISCONSIN DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PRESS RELEASE) - Attorney General Josh Kaul today announced that the Wisconsin Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a motion and memorandum in support of the Kaul v. Urmanski State Plaintiffs intervening as petitioners in the Planned Parenthood v. Urmanski original action. Both Kaul v....
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