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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 in the Twin Cities area. The post Former Assistant Anoka County Attorney charge...

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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. The post Hastings daycare operator pleads guilty to assaulting a 4-month-old ch...

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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 polling sites after a conservative political commenter tried to impersonate Minnesot...

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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 shares new information about fatal shooting involving Red Lake police first appe...

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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 questions about the impact on metro homeowners. The post MSP Metro named the most distr...

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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 incident outside Regions Hospital. The post Officer and domestic assault suspect ide...

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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 a months-long leave for undisclosed reasons. The post Osseo Area Schools teache...

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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 a previous order that paused President Donald Trump's administration from doing...

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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 the top. But that was not the case in the Minnesota governor’s race, where Lisa...

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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 criminal charges. The post Teen charged in fall crash that killed 2 teens in Chi...

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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 Minnesota is spending taxpayer dollars on homelessness. The post Breaking down Minnesota...

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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 across Minnesota. Tonight stays mostly cloudy and muggy, with a few showers possib...

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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 relative" found dead in Burnsville. The post Medical examiner identifies victims...

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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 good chance Steph and Mike Olson are behind it. The Blue Moon Dine-In Theater si...

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Outside Science Experiments

Summer is the perfect season to get kids outside and spark their curiosity with hands-on adventures. Liz Heinecke, known as the Kitchen Pantry Scientist, stopped by with creative activities that turn ...

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Tropes & Trifles Bookstore

Romance Bookstore Day is Saturday, and Twin Cities Live is bringing back one of Kelli Hanson’s most fun adventures yet — a visit to Tropes and Trifles, Minnesota’s one and only romance-only bookstore....

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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 unforgettable night. The Saint Paul Saints are rolling out the welcome mat for some of...

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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 results indicate ... yes. The post Is Mendota Heights’ speed camera actually slow...

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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 expected to get game reps on Saturday in the preseason opener at the New York Giants. ...

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Anoka Food Truck Festival

Downtown Anoka is about to become the ultimate foodie destination when the Anoka Food Truck Festival rolls in tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Jess Fast, co-organizer of the Minnesota Food Truck Festiv...

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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 damaged across Minneapolis in Thursday break-in spree first appeared on KSTP.com 5...

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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 Eyewitness News....

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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 the vacant site. The post Developer could bring Nordic spa to vacant Chaska prope...

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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 counts of first-degree burglary. Million was also charged with an additional two...

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Lake Superior Zoo Voting

Lake Superior Zoo Voting The post Lake Superior Zoo Voting first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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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 2024. The post Minneapolis man gets probation, stayed prison sentence for hiding bo...

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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 killing and a separate 2020 carjacking case. The post Brooklyn Park driver found n...

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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 Humidity with dew points in the mid to upper 60s and Breezy Southeast Winds at 10 to 2...

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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 ice cream to the test, evaluating flavor, texture, and overall value to see which...

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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 post Ramsey County seniors lost $1.2M to scams, authorities say first appeared ...

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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 number 21. The post Timberwolves to retire Kevin Garnett’s No. 21 jersey this se...

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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 between July 24 and Aug. 11. The post Columbia Heights police seek tips after 32 ...

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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 by authorities after he skipped his sentencing hearing on Thursday. The post Min...

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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 reached out to the Minnesota Garlic Festival in Hutchinson, the event organizer r...

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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 reporter Kelli Hanson stopped by to share some fun ideas to help you make the most o...

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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 Bound — the breathtaking Lake of the Woods, where he's casting lines alongside his ...

21 hours ago

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 Minnesotans are jumping in. Tom Tidrick and his grandson Hayden from Anoka Ramsey Farm a...

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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 Costco opens off I-94 in Otsego first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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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 isolated showers are possible. Saturday will be much more humid with most of the sho...

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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 Charges: Suspect admitted he purchased a saw, cut down plate-reading camera in St. ...

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Flags in Minnesota to fly at half-staff for firefighter who died while fighting wildfires

Gov. Tim Walz has ordered all U.S. and Minnesota flags to fly at half-staff at all state buildings in remembrance of Leslie R. Washington. The post Flags in Minnesota to fly at half-staff for firefigh...

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‘A celebration of resiliency’: MPD officers reflect on Annunciation shooting nearly 1 year later

The Minneapolis Police Department provided interviews with some of the officers who responded to the Annunciation shooting nearly one year after the tragedy. The post ‘A celebration of resiliency’: MP...

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So Minnesota: People from around the world visit Rusty the fire-breathing dragon

People from across the country and around the world travel to visit a fire-breathing dragon in Kanabec County. The post So Minnesota: People from around the world visit Rusty the fire-breathing dragon...

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Phillies homer 3 times into the Field of Dreams corn in 7-1 win over Twins, with pair from Schwarber

Kyle Schwarber smashed two home runs into the corn behind right field to stretch his major league -leading total to 37, as the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Minnesota Twins 7-1 on Thursday night in t...

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Field of Dreams becomes the Hall of Fame, as 26 members come out of the corn for Phillies-Twins game

Major League Baseball came back to the Field of Dreams carrying a big piece of Cooperstown. The pregame pomp before the Minnesota Twins played the Philadelphia Phillies featured 26 members of the Hall...

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EXCLUSIVE: A look inside Minneapolis’s new 3rd Police Precinct; City now targeting spring 2027 opening date

Minneapolis has pushed back the opening of its new 3rd Police Precinct again, with city leaders now targeting spring 2027. The post EXCLUSIVE: A look inside Minneapolis’s new 3rd Police Precinct; City...

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The Scoop — August 13

Our Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson brings us the ‘Scoop’ every Thursday at 6:50 p.m. This week he has notes on the Twins, Vikings, Gophers, and Wild. ***Click the video box above to watch the ‘Scoop’ from Au...

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GOP, DFL Party chairs both find reasons for optimism

The 2026 general election could be the most competitive in Minnesota in at least 20 years, with Republicans and Democrats boasting candidates with solid credentials and name recognition. The post GOP,...

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Red Lake Nation authorities, FBI investigating an officer-involved shooting

The Red Lake Nation Department of Public Safety said an officer-involved shooting Thursday morning is being investigated. The post Red Lake Nation authorities, FBI investigating an officer-involved sh...

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As Minnesotans organized against ICE, DHS spied on meetings, subpoenaed bank records, court filings say

A filing in federal court outlines Homeland Security's widespread surveillance to investigate anti-ICE organizers and left-leaning groups. The post As Minnesotans organized against ICE, DHS spied on m...

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