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Celebration of Ag highlights how Minnesota’s agriculture industry has grown
MANKATO, Minn. (KEYC) - Five years ago, the COVID-19 pandemic had everything on lockdown, and farmers across the region were wondering what they could do to bring some excitement into the community. “It was hard,” said Sam Ziegler. “Everybody was down, and it was...what can we do to think about...
Missing Child Scam Circulating In Minnesota
All scams are terrible and there are plenty of them to go around these days. However, this one might be one of the worst thanks to the nature of the scam. There have been so many scams in Minnesota and Wisconsin lately that the Duluth Police Department recently shared some basic scam tips to help us all avoid becoming a victim.
Shooting on downtown Minneapolis' Nicollet Mall injures 4, shatters several windows
MINNEAPOLIS — Four people were hospitalized and several businesses sustained damage after a shooting late Wednesday night on Nicollet Mall in downtown Minneapolis.Police say multiple 911 callers reported a man beating up a woman just before shots rang out at about 11:15 p.m. on the mall near Sixth Street South.Officers a few blocks south on the mall heard gunfire and rushed to the area, police say, discovering several bullet casings scattered on the mall between Fifth and Seventh streets. Several windows in the area were also shot out, including on a skyway above.Police say three people soon approached officers and...
Carlos Correa's reaction to getting booed at MLB All-Star Game was perfect
For the third time in his career Carlos Correa was lined up along the first base path as the MLB All-Star Game introductions were being made. It was the first time he was at the midsummer classic representing the Minnesota Twins, and his first time back since 2021. He didn't play, thanks to a case of plantar fasciitis flaring up on him in the days leading up to the All-Star break, but he was still in Arlington to be part of the festivies.
What To Know About This Growing Driving Threat On Minnesota Roads
Minnesota drivers know that wildlife can pose a risk while driving on the state's roadways. Deer are certainly the most common animal that comes to mind when it comes to animal risks on Minnesota roadways. Heck, the phrase "Watch out for deer!" is part of most Minnesota goodbyes!. While less...
James Henderson Memorial Golf Tournament set for August
The Twin Lakes Golf Course will be hosting a benefit for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital next month. The 11th-annual James Henderson Memorial Golf Tournament is scheduled for Aug. 3 with a rain date set for the following Saturday, Aug. 10. The day begins at 7 with registration and...
Attorney representing Madison Equities says downtown St. Paul is in ‘crisis’
Katie Galioto at the Star Tribune has a letter sent to the St. Paul City Council from downtown St. Paul’s largest private property owner, Madison Equities, that states the downtown is in a “very evident crisis” due to crime, homelessness, drug use and businesses shuttering. Gray Duck...
Minnesota Man Injured in High Speed Chase Dies-New Charges Filed
Becker, MN (KROC-AM News) - A Minnesota man is now facing more serious criminal charges for causing a horrific high-speed crash while he was allegedly high on heroin and trying to elude authorities in a stolen vehicle. The crash occurred on the afternoon of July 6 in central Minnesota shortly...
What To Know About This Growing Driving Threat On Minnesota Roads
Minnesota drivers know that wildlife can pose a risk while driving on the state's roadways. Deer are certainly the most common animal that comes to mind when it comes to animal risks on Minnesota roadways. Heck, the phrase "Watch out for deer!" is part of most Minnesota goodbyes!. While less...
Tribes in Minnesota are paying the steepest price for the steel industry’s mercury pollution
Demand for steel is on the rise globally, driven by population growth and the expanding economies in developing nations. The material will also be important to the green energy transition, forming the backbone of infrastructure like wind turbines, solar panels, and hydroelectric dams. Every part of the steel supply chain is heavily polluting, and the places in the U.S. where the steel industry is concentrated are disproportionately low-income and nonwhite, highlighting yet another instance in which the promises of development and climate solutions come at a steeper cost for some communities. What’s more, the country’s steel production is dominated by just two companies: U.S. Steel and Cleveland Cliffs.
Two local athletes to compete in weekend MMA event at Diamond Jo
This Saturday fans of mixed martial arts, wrestling, boxing and other forms of fighting will have the chance to see two Albert Lea athletes in a local event, Midsummer Mayhem. The post Two local athletes to compete in weekend MMA event at Diamond Jo appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota Republicans wrap convention sensing wind behind Trump as Democrats struggle
The Republican National Convention draws to a close Thursday night with a capstone speech from former President Donald Trump, the GOP nominee who hopes to expand the party’s reach to Minnesota and other places long reliable for Democrats.. The post Minnesota Republicans wrap convention sensing wind behind Trump as Democrats struggle appeared first on Albert Lea Tribune.
Minnesota couple living with disabilities builds accessible orphanage and clinic in Liberia
BLAINE, Minnesota (WCCO) -- A Twin Cities couple emptied what little savings they had to start a mission and a movement that is saving hundreds of abandoned children. Agnes and Prince Cole know the struggle. "Living in Africa with disabilities was really, really hard. I went through a lot," Agnes...
NFL Fans Were Totally Duped By Wild Online Report Involving The “Hawk Tuah” Girl And The Minnesota Vikings
NFL fans were completely fooled by a social media post that made some wild claims about the “Hawk Tuah” Girl and the Minnesota Vikings. The NFC North News X/Twitter account put out a tweet in which they reported that Haliey Welch would blow the team’s famed Gjallarhorn before their home opener against the San Francisco 49ers next season following quarterback Sam Darnold getting caught “shooting his shot” at the internet sensation.
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