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Vikings’ Fan Favorite CB Facing Season-Ending Injury: Report
After clearing waivers with an injury designation, Minnesota Vikings special teams ace and cornerback Najee Thompson was placed on injured reserve (IR) on August 22, effectively ending his season, per Aaron Wilson. Thompson dealt with a knee injury for the majority of training camp. According to KSTP’s Darren Wolfson, Thompson...
Minnesota artist Adam Turman brings bold style back to the Grandstand
FALCON HEIGHTS, Minn. — A unique Minnesota artist is back at the Minnesota State Fair. Adam Turman, known for his bold, colorful murals around the Midwest, has a newly expanded 2,000-square-foot space in the upper level of the Grandstand, where fairgoers can check out his commemorative State Fair artwork for 2024.
Harris, Walz lean into erasing medical debt
Vice President Harris wants to erase billions of dollars in medical debt, a longtime progressive goal that Democrats hope will be an electoral winner in the fall. The economic plan Harris released last week called for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz (D), to work with states to erase medical debt for…
Takeaways from the AP’s review of Tim Walz’s descriptions of his military record
WASHINGTON (AP) — Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz served in the National Guard for 24 years, rising through the enlisted ranks and receiving an honorable discharge. It is a record seen as one of his political strengths. Republicans are trying to turn it into a weakness. They have...
Two Unlikely Vikings Heroes Emerged in Preseason Game 3
The Minnesota Vikings won all three preseason matchups after failing to win one between 2021 and 2023 (the 2020 preseason was canceled). Saturday’s 26-3 win over the Philadelphia Eagles was the team’s first win by more than 16 points since the 2019 season when Philip Rivers’ Chargers were Mike Zimmer’s victims.
Minneapolis's 13th Ward Thrives with Chili Cook-Off, Crime Strategy Sessions, and Urban Development Initiatives
The 13th Ward of Minneapolis has been bustling with community activities and vital updates on city developments in recent weeks. A notable event was the Fulton Neighborhood “Beat the Heat” Chili Cook-Off, a delightful affair that attracted over a hundred locals to Pershing Park, as reported by City of Minneapolis. With a dozen crockpots of chili savored even in sweltering August heat, the event was a testament to the community's spirit and love for chili, complemented by the release of monarch butterflies.
Minneapolis Seeks to Amplify Diverse Voices on City Boards and Commissions
To foster a wider range of voices and perspectives, the City of Minneapolis has put out a call for diverse applicants to serve on its numerous boards and commissions. This initiative is part of a broader strategy to ensure that these panels accurately reflect the city's demographics and benefit from the insights of its varied population. According to the city's announcement, they are actively seeking individuals from different walks of life, including youth, entrepreneurs, retirees, neighborhood advocates, and residents with a keen interest in contributing to the city’s continued growth.
State Fair brings back accessible bathrooms, expands options
ST. PAUL, Minn. — The State Fair is in full swing and Minnesotans are flocking to the fairgrounds. For the second year in a row, a mobile bathroom is returning to the fair with the aim of making the Great Minnesota Get-Together accessible for all.If you're spending any time at the State Fair a bathroom break is inevitable, but up until last year, there were some families who might not come to the fair for that very reason. Momentum Refresh is providing an accessible restroom and universal changing station at the fair and it went over so well, they're back again...
Heat Advisory set to take effect Sunday
While today hasn’t been terrible in regards to the heat and humidity, it certainly has felt heavier out there across the Weather First area. This is a trend that is going to come to a peak Sunday and into early next week. The National Weather Service offices of La...
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