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Minnesota officials react to President Biden's decision to step down from reelection bid
MINNEAPOLIS — Top leaders from Minnesota are reacting to President Biden's decision to step down from his reelection bid."While it has been my intention to seek reelection, I believe it is in the best interest of my party and the country for me to stand down and to focus solely on fulfilling my duties as president for my term," Mr. Biden posted in a statement on social media Sunday.The news comes days after a CBS News poll showed that former President Donald Trump's lead over Mr. Biden grew to the largest in the campaign thus far, and a week after...
Quiet Minnesota Suburb Has 2nd Highest Murder Rate
The state of Minnesota has consistently ranked as one of the safest states in the U.S. for a few decades now. However, as with any state, some places are more dangerous than others. It will probably come as no surprise that Minneapolis has the highest murder per capita rate in...
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...
Two years after launching, 988 capacity continues to expand in Minnesota
ST. PAUL, Minn. — For two years, three simple numbers have an impact on countless people struggling with mental health. The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is 988. If you dial it, someone in a call center is there to answer the phone or reply to a text."I think it's it's been a huge success because we want to to be able to meet someone's needs kind of that lowest level of intervention possible. And we don't want it to feel scary for people to reach out for help," said Shannah Mulvihill, executive director of Mental Health Minnesota.She says 988 has...
This year’s WE Fest to bring multiple changes
DETROIT LAKES, MINN. (Valley News Live) - WE Fest is just around the corner and management is looking to make some changes this year. Every summer, thousands head out to SOO Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes for WE Fest. Last year, festival attendees say it wasn’t so smooth like long lines to even get on the grounds. WE Fest management says part of the headache was because of one major headliner, Morgan Wallen. They call it, “The Wallen Effect.”
Park, splash pad in Sauk Rapids closed due to criminal investigation
SAUK RAPIDS, Minn. — A park and splash pad in Sauk Rapids are closed Sunday due to an "active criminal investigation," police said.The Sauk Rapids Police Department did not share details of the investigation at Lions Park, but said it expects the park and splash pad to reopen on Monday.This is a developing story. Stay with WCCO for more information.
More than 300 to be laid off from St. Cloud distribution center
ST. CLOUD, Minn. — Hundreds of people will be out of a job by the end of the year after officials with a St. Cloud distribution center announced it would be permanently closing its facilities. Fulfillment Distribution Center, Inc. (FDC) President Dave Baldwin sent a letter to the Minnesota...
Travis Schulte Wins First Modified Feature Win Friday Night at the Princeton Speedway.
Princeton, MN (July 19) – After one week off, the Princeton Speedway went green Friday night for some WISSOTA Dirt Track Race action. The MN Micro Sprints were on hand for Sparkle Night presented by the Princeton Ambassadors and Jim Gullikson, Cole Boston, Travis Schulte, Dexton Koch, Justin Schelitzche and Jack Lobin went home with wins.
North Dakota DL Kade Pietrzak Commits To Nebraska Football
Nebraska got commitment #17 in the 2025 class today as defensive lineman Kade Pietrzak chose our beloved Huskers!. Pietrzak picked Nebraska over Oklahoma, Kansas State and Wisconsin. Pietzrak is ranked a 3-star by Rivals, the #1 player in North Dakota, and ranked as the 42nd-best defensive lineman in the nation....
One statewide coalition is fighting for property taxes in North Dakota
NORTH DAKOTA (KXNET) — Keep It Local North Dakota has been rallying for property taxes here in the state. A statewide coalition, Keep It Local is taking action against an initiated ballot measure to abolish property tax in North Dakota. Mandan Park District President Wade Meschke says, “Property taxes fund parks, trails, and community centers, […]
HIGHLIGHTS: RedHawks drop two in a row to Kansas City, losing 5-3 Saturday
FARGO, N.D. (Valley News Live) - After winning their first five meetings against Kansas City this season (six with a forfeit included), Fargo-Moorhead has now dropped two straight against the defending champs following a 5-3 defeat Saturday. The RedHawks did have some momentum in the contest, though, tying the game...
Walizer Finishes One Win Short At Fargo
FARGO, ND- The third time was not a charm for Griffin Walizer, as the Central Mountain senior came up one win short of All-American status at the National Championships at the Fargodome. Walizer dropped both of his Saturday matches to finish one win short of being an All-American for the third time, as he finished one win short in his freshman, junior and now senior year.
Minnesota Vikings HC Kevin O’Connell Opens Up About 4 A.M. Call Informing Him of Tragic Death
Tragedy struck the Minnesota Vikings when newly drafted cornerback Khyree Jackson died in a car accident in early July. Jackson, along with former college football players Isaiah Hazel and Anthony Lytton Jr., was involved in a fatal three-car crash at 3:14 a.m. Minnesota Vikings cornerback Khyree Jackson was pronounced dead...
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