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Former Assistant Anoka County Attorney charged for alleged role in sex trafficking operation
A former Assistant Anoka County Attorney is facing 26 charges related to her alleged role in a sex trafficking operation...
Hastings daycare operator pleads guilty to assaulting a 4-month-old child in 2022
Years after she was charged in 2022 after allegedly assaulting a 4-month-old boy, a daycare operator has pleaded guilty....
Minnesota Secretary of State calls polling place impersonation ‘outrageous’
Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon is speaking out about what he calls "outrageous" misconduct at Minneapolis poll...
FBI shares new information about fatal shooting involving Red Lake police
The FBI is sharing new information regarding a fatal use-of-force incident by Red Lake Police on Thursday. The post FBI ...
MSP Metro named the most distressed real estate market in the nation
A new report says the Twin Cities metro has the nation’s highest commercial property distress rate, raising new question...
Officer and domestic assault suspect identified in shooting incident outside Regions
The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has released the identity of the officer and suspect involved in a use-of-force inci...
Osseo Area Schools teacher, coach reinstated after being placed on leave for months
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS has confirmed that Mark Cook, a teacher and coach at Osseo Area Schools, has been reinstated following...
Judge lifts block on ending Somali Temporary Protected Status in US
A federal judge's Friday ruling has ended the Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Somalis in the United States, lifting...
Demuth comes out a winner despite lack of Trump endorsement
In many political races around the country, an endorsement from President Donald Trump is enough to put a candidate over...
Teen charged in fall crash that killed 2 teens in Chisago City
Nearly 10 months after a crash that killed two teenagers and hurt three others, one of the involved teens is now facing ...
Breaking down Minnesota’s unprecedented $2.6B investment in homelessness, housing
After the City of St. Paul cleared a homeless encampment last week, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS took a closer look at how Minnesot...
Hit or miss showers arrive into the weekend – Chris
Good Friday evening! We’re heading into the weekend with more clouds, muggy air, and a few hit-or-miss shower chances ac...
Medical examiner identifies victims killed in Hopkins, Burnsville tragedy
The medical examiner has formally identified those killed earlier this week at a Hopkins daycare, and the "close family ...
State Fair Prep with Blue Moon Dine-In Theater
If you've ever wandered the Minnesota State Fair and found yourself completely hooked on something delicious, there's a ...
Outside Science Experiments
Summer is the perfect season to get kids outside and spark their curiosity with hands-on adventures. Liz Heinecke, known...
Tropes & Trifles Bookstore
Romance Bookstore Day is Saturday, and Twin Cities Live is bringing back one of Kelli Hanson’s most fun adventures yet —...
Nitro Circus 2.0 takes over CHS Field
Nitro Circus 2.0 is bringing heart-pounding, high-flying action sports thrills to CHS Field in Saint Paul for one unforg...
Is Mendota Heights’ speed camera actually slowing people down? Yes, early data shows
Mendota Heights became the first city in Minnesota to install a speed camera, but is it actually doing anything? Early r...
Watch: Vikings backup QB Wentz confident he’ll be ready if called upon even while receiving limited reps
Watch our conversation with Vikings backup quarterback Carson Wentz from earlier this week at training camp. He’s expect...
Anoka Food Truck Festival
Downtown Anoka is about to become the ultimate foodie destination when the Anoka Food Truck Festival rolls in tomorrow f...
34 cars damaged across Minneapolis in Thursday break-in spree
Minneapolis police are deploying extra patrols after a man damaged 34 vehicles citywide on Thursday. The post 34 cars da...
8/14 Host Chat
Paul Folger is filling in for Ben on this Free-for-All Friday! The post 8/14 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyew...
Developer could bring Nordic spa to vacant Chaska property, which police say has trespassing problems
The city of Chaska is taking steps to redevelop the former Oak Ridge Hotel as police keep responding to trespassing at t...
Charges: 2 men connected to several dozen home break-ins in Roseville and metro area
Court documents show Aaron Matthew Million, 22, and Laurence John Charette, 26, were charged earlier this week with two ...
Lake Superior Zoo Voting
Lake Superior Zoo Voting The post Lake Superior Zoo Voting first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
Minneapolis man gets probation, stayed prison sentence for hiding body in shed
A Minneapolis man received probation and a stayed prison sentence for helping a Burnsville woman hide a dead body in 202...
Brooklyn Park driver found not guilty by mental illness in killing
A Hennepin County judge found a Brooklyn Park man not guilty by reason of mental illness in a deadly 2021 hit-and-run ki...
Weekend starts out Humid with some T-Storms possible at times then Sunshine and Lower Humidity for Sunday.
Cloud and Sun Mix this Friday afternoon in the Twin Cities with an Isolated T-Storm possible otherwise Increasing Humidi...
5 ON YOUR SIDE: Chocolate ice cream
It’s a tough job, but somebody has to do it. Consumer Reports went to the freezer aisle and put 11 brands of chocolate i...
Ramsey County seniors lost $1.2M to scams, authorities say
The Ramsey County Sheriff's Office warns residents scammers have stolen over $1.2 million from seniors since Aug. 1. The...
Timberwolves to retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey this season
Kevin Garnett's will enter the history books as a Minnesota Timberwolves legend later this season when the team retires ...
Columbia Heights police seek tips after 32 vehicle break-ins in 3 weeks
Columbia Heights police are seeking the public's help after 32 vehicle break-ins and shattered windows across the city b...
Minnesota man skips sentencing for fatal 2024 Ramsey County crash, warrant issued
A Minnesota man convicted of crashing into a parked car, killing the driver during a police chase in 2024 is now wanted ...
Funday Friday: Minnesota Garlic Festival
It's Funday Friday on Minnesota Live, and this week's segment came with a delightfully unexpected twist. When the show r...
What’s Happening This Weekend: 8/14
The weekend is just around the corner and there are plenty of exciting ways to fill your calendar. Twin Cities Live repo...
Minnesota Bound: Fishing at Totem Resorts in Canada
Descriptive & lively Bill Sherck heads to one of his all-time favorite fishing destinations in today's Minnesota Bou...
Backyard Chickens for Beginners
Backyard chickens have become one of the most exciting trends in home farming, and it's easy to see why so many Minnesot...
15th Minnesota Costco opens off I-94 in Otsego
Minnesota shoppers in the northwest metro now have a wholesale option just off I-94 in Ostego. The post 15th Minnesota C...
Ken Barlow is forecasting a few showers on Saturday. Sunshine returns on Sunday
Good Friday morning! Most of the day today will be dry across the Twin Cities, but this afternoon and evening a few isol...
Charges: Suspect admitted he purchased a saw, cut down plate-reading camera in St. Cloud
A suspect has been charged in connection with the destruction of an automated license plate reading camera. The post Cha...





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