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Keep kids safe this spooky season

Halloween season brings excitement for kids and some understandable concern for parents who worry about their children exploring the neighborhood on their own. There are tech tools available that can ...

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Furniture and Things in Elk River

As the sweltering 90-degree days fade away, Minnesotans are settling back into their homes and noticing every worn cushion and scratched tabletop begging for a refresh. Furniture and Things in Elk Riv...

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Closet Therapy fall looks

If you have ever stood in front of a packed closet and felt like you owned absolutely nothing, you are definitely not alone. Zoe Stern from Closet Therapy is the personal stylist who fixes exactly tha...

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MSP Magazine’s Fall Restaurant Week

Fall date nights and family outings are about to get a whole lot more delicious with MSP Magazine's Fall Restaurant Week kicking off next Monday. More than 85 incredible Twin Cities restaurants are ta...

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10/14 Host Chat

MSP Restaurant Week kicks off Monday, and we're giving viewers a vibrant sneak peek with a preview featuring some of the participating restaurants. The post 10/14 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com ...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar’s phone seized and relatives subpoenaed in criminal probe, AP source says

Federal authorities investigating Minnesota Rep. Ilhan Omar have seized the Democratic lawmaker’s phone and have issued more than a dozen grand jury subpoenas, including to some of her relatives, acco...

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GoFundMe for Victoria families

GoFundMe for Victoria families The post GoFundMe for Victoria families first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Mayor pushing back on calls to end controversial Minneapolis department

Calls are growing to end Minneapolis' Office of Community Safety (OCS), and the mayor is pushing back. OCS oversees five departments: police, fire, 911, emergency services, and neighborhood safety. T...

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11-year-old boy dies after e-scooter crash in Baytown Township

An 11-year-old boy died on Saturday, days after he was struck by a vehicle while riding an electric scooter, according to authorities. The post 11-year-old boy dies after e-scooter crash in Baytown To...

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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Rising energy bills

The rising cost of electricity, natural gas, and even water has many of us taking a closer look at our energy bills, and scrutinizing our appliances, wondering how much they really cost to run day in ...

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Cool Today then Rainy Thursday ahead.

Cool conditions can be expected in the Twin Cities Today with Mainly Cloudy Skies with Peeks of Sun during the afternoon and highs in the mid 50s with Northeast Winds at 5 to 10 mph. Partly Cloudy ear...

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State Cornhole Championship

Whether you call it cornhole or bags, this beloved backyard game is a staple at bonfires, tailgates and summer picnics across the country. This weekend, the best players in the state are coming togeth...

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Park Picks: Great River Bluffs State Park

We head to the town of Winona to check out Great River Bluffs State Park. Park Supervisor Jon Holger explains what makes this state park worth a visit. The post Park Picks: Great River Bluffs State P...

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Tips for Planting Trees

If you've ever thought about planting a tree in your yard, now is the perfect time to dig in — and Minnesota Live has everything you need to know. University of Minnesota Extension horticulture educat...

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Hawk Ridge Observatory

Perched on the hills just outside of Duluth, Hawk Ridge Bird Observatory draws visitors from all over the world each fall to witness one of nature's most breathtaking spectacles — the raptor migration...

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6 dead, including child, after small plane crashes in Wisconsin

Six people, including a child, are dead in Wisconsin after a fixed-wing Piper plane on its way from Kenosha to Menomonie crashed into in a densely wooded area of Sauk County on Tuesday night, accordin...

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Americans with disabilities worry about proposed changes to major national health survey

The federal government plans to dramatically shrink the size of its National Health Interview Survey, sparking concerns about underestimating disability rates. The survey could be reduced by half or m...

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Flying out for MEA break? Here’s what you need to know at MSP

Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport expects nearly 50,000 travelers Wednesday and Thursday during MEA school break. The post Flying out for MEA break? Here’s what you need to know at MSP first ...

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Watch Read Listen: Carly Berglund

ABC 6 News anchor Carly Berglund shares her picks for this week's Watch, Read, Listen presented by Chu Vision. The post Watch Read Listen: Carly Berglund first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Social Security recipients to get 3.6% cost of living boost, an average of $75 per month

The Social Security Administration projects a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment for older adults and people with disabilities starting in 2027. Some recipients say it won't offset rising prices. This adj...

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Open enrollment

Open enrollment The post Open enrollment first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Protests expected at University of Minnesota for Riley Gaines’ Turning Point USA event

Riley Gaines, a former collegiate swimmer and conservative activist, will be speaking at the University of Minnesota on Wednesday night and 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is hearing that protests are planned. The ...

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Ken Barlow is forecasting more temperature swings on the way

Good Wednesday morning! Today will be a lot like yesterday with cloudy skies and even some patchy drizzle this morning. However, this afternoon we will likely see some brightening of skies as some sun...

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New White House press secretary’s debut: Brief, limited questions and some harsh reviews

The new press secretary for Donald Trump’s White House stepped to the podium. The eyes of a packed room of journalists — and many in their audiences — were upon her. Like her predecessor before her, s...

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Jets beat the Wild 5-2 as Cole Perfetti scores 2 goals

Cole Perfetti scored a pair of goals, Mark Scheifele had a goal and two assists, and the Winnipeg Jets beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 on Tuesday night. Perfetti opened the scoring with his fourth of the ...

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Lakeville South chasing volleyball Three-Peat, but Eagan looms as biggest threat

The last two seasons ended the same way for Lakeville South’s volleyball team: with a state championship trophy. Now the Cougars are chasing something even more difficult, a third consecutive state ti...

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MPS superintendent proposes pausing district’s transformation plan

Minneapolis Public Schools Superintendent Lisa Sayles-Adams proposed pausing the district's controversial transformation plan at Tuesday's school board meeting. The post MPS superintendent proposes pa...

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Utility bill costs under review as Minnesota seeks public input

Minnesota regulators are gathering public input as they investigate whether utility bills are still affordable for families, farmers, and businesses. The post Utility bill costs under review as Minnes...

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ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins sees title potential as Timberwolves enter high anticipated season

The expectations around the Minnesota Timberwolves have never been higher. Coming off another deep playoff run and armed with an overhauled roster headlined by the additions of LaMelo Ball and Jonatha...

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Minnesota announces ‘effective end’ to veteran homelessness, achieving decades-long goal

State officials said Ramsey County became the final community needed to effectively end veteran homelessness statewide, announcing the milestone on Tuesday. The post Minnesota announces ‘effective end...

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New state-funded housing voucher waitlist opens for Minneapolis families

Minneapolis families struggling to afford rent can now apply for a chance to receive assistance through a new state-funded housing voucher program. The post New state-funded housing voucher waitlist o...

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As MPS weighs school closures, can a new plan boost enrollment?

Ever since MPS announced plans to close 15 to 16 school buildings and consolidate students into fewer schools in the face of declining enrollment, some groups have said they would prefer the district ...

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The Withdrawing Room

Shhh, you did not hear this from us, but there is a brand new speakeasy cocktail lounge hiding inside a speakeasy and it sounds absolutely incredible. Reporter Kristin Haubrich has a nose for secrets,...

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Man facing 1st-degree murder charge for death of his father in Wisconsin

A 25-year-old man from St. Michael is facing homicide charges for the death of his father, who worked at Wayzata High School. The post Man facing 1st-degree murder charge for death of his father in Wi...

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Divorce vs. Legal End of a Marriage

If a marriage is legally over but the financial details are still being sorted out years later, are you actually divorced? It turns out the answer might surprise you, and Tobey Maguire's ongoing split...

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Dealing with Chronic Pain

Chronic pain can be relentless and life-changing, leaving people searching for answers no matter how many treatments they have tried. For 30 years, Nura Pain Clinics has been helping patients pinpoint...

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Mix Cosmetiques

Downtown Minneapolis just got a new beauty destination worth exploring. Mix Cosmetiques is a one-of-a-kind spot where you can custom mix your very own foundation for a perfectly personalized look. Own...

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Mr. Aloha Sauces

How's this for a triple threat — former Minnesota Viking, singer and chef Esera Tuaolo stopped by to cook, chat and bring the aloha spirit right into the studio. His line of Mr. Aloha sauces are inspi...

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10/13 Host Chat

Travis Gienger from Anoka just won in the 53rd Safeway World Championship pumpkin weigh-off! His massive pumpkin weight 2,389 pounds – the size of a Volkswagen! The post 10/13 Host Chat first appeared...

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Thursday’s rain chance increasing – Chris

Good Tuesday evening to one and all! We’re in a cooler stretch now, and clouds will stick around tonight with temperatures falling into the upper 40s. Wednesday stays cool and mostly dry, with variabl...

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ICE agent appears in federal court on gun-brandishing charges

An ICE agent charged with pointing a gun at another driver back in February is testifying Tuesday in federal court. The post ICE agent appears in federal court on gun-brandishing charges first appeare...

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Police looking for missing teen last seen leaving North St. Paul high school

Authorities are searching for a missing 14-year-old girl who walked away from school on Monday. The post Police looking for missing teen last seen leaving North St. Paul high school first appeared on ...

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South Dakota deputy with Minnesota ties dies days after shooting

South Dakota Deputy Katherine Frank, 26, who had ties to Minnesota through her family in Vergas, died Monday after a shooting in Sioux Falls. The post South Dakota deputy with Minnesota ties dies days...

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Suspected drunk wrong-way driver on I-35W causes serious injury crash involving 3 vehicles

The Minnesota State Patrol says that a wrong-way driver might've been drunk when he caused a three-vehicle crash in Bloomington on Monday afternoon. The post Suspected drunk wrong-way driver on I-35W ...

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Honoring Deputy Katherine Frank

Honoring Deputy Katherine Frank The post Honoring Deputy Katherine Frank first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Feeling like mid October Today in the Twin Cities.

Much Cooler Today with Mainly Cloudy Skies and some Sprinkles possible but also some Peeks of Sun after 4 p.m. then daylight ends at the 6:31 p.m. sunset. Highs Today near 60 degrees with Northwest Wi...

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Victoria house fire spreads to 3 homes, 1 person missing

A Victoria deck fire spread to three homes Tuesday, leaving one person unaccounted for and one home a total loss. The post Victoria house fire spreads to 3 homes, 1 person missing first appeared on KS...

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President Trump backs Michele Tafoya in Minnesota Senate race

Michele Tafoya received President Trump's endorsement for Minnesota's U.S. Senate seat as she faces Democrat Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan in November. The post President Trump backs Michele Tafoya in Minne...

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Eden Prairie Schools tightens security after homecoming shooting

Eden Prairie Schools unveiled new football stadium security policies after a gang-related shooting injured two at a homecoming game earlier this month. The post Eden Prairie Schools tightens security ...

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US home sales rose in September, but slowed from a year earlier as mortgage rates, prices rose

Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes rose in September from the previous month, but slowed compared to a year ago, the latest sign the housing market remains stalled as rising mortgage rates and ho...

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