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Man sentenced to 40 years for murder of 19-year-old in 2025

A 28-year-old man was sentenced to 40 years in jail on Monday for the murder of a 19-year-old man in 2025. The post Man sentenced to 40 years for murder of 19-year-old in 2025 first appeared on KSTP.c...

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Vikings O-lineman Donovan Jackson likely out for year with meniscus tear

The Minnesota Vikings may have to fill two big holes on their offensive line for their upcoming matchup with the New Orleans Saints. The post Vikings O-lineman Donovan Jackson likely out for year with...

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Molly says enjoy the warmer temperatures and abundant sunshine for the start of the workweek

After a chilly start, we continue to warm substantially for the afternoon timeframe. Expect dry and mild conditions with highs in the upper 60’s. By Tuesday, the warming trend continues with afternoon...

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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Buy now, pay later

Buy Now, Pay Later is becoming an increasingly popular way to borrow, especially as many consumers look for ways to stretch their budgets. These plans may seem more convenient than traditional credit,...

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Ramsey man, 20, charged with sexual assault and kidnapping in Anoka County

A 20-year-old Ramsey man is facing sexual assault and kidnapping charges after an incident in Ramsey and another in Coon Rapids, according to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office. The post Ramsey man, 20...

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Vance Boelter state trial delayed until May 2027

A judge has delayed the state court trial start date until next year for Vance Boelter, the man who has already been convicted in federal court in last summer’s lawmaker attacks. The post Vance Boelte...

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Must See Museum: MN Streetcar Museum

For nearly 70 years, the streetcar was a beloved and bustling part of everyday life in Minnesota before services came to a halt in 1954 and most of the historic trolleys were lost forever. The Minneso...

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Encaustic Painting

If art is your thing, there is a Minneapolis spot you absolutely need to know about — it is where artists go to create, connect and show off their work. The exhibition on display right now is turning ...

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Fire Safety Week

The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it's also the most common place for dangerous home fires to spark. For Fire Safety Week, Communications specialist Kat Barrett from the Minnesota Departme...

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Jack’s Basket

Jack's Basket is a heartwarming organization dedicated to surrounding parents of children with Down syndrome with meaningful support and community. Founder Carissa Carroll joins us to share the inspir...

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Stay at the Mary Tyler Moore House

One of the most iconic and beloved homes in Minnesota is now open for overnight stays. The legendary Mary Tyler Moore house in Minneapolis has become a dream destination for fans and visitors alike. F...

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Money Monday: Home Insurance

It's Money Monday and today the focus is on one of the easiest places to find hidden savings — your homeowners insurance policy. Harrison Klopp digs into smart, practical ways you could be paying less...

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Sports Wrap, Oct. 4: Vikings beat Miami without scoring a TD, Gophers upset Michigan, Wild, and Lynx

In case you missed it: Our Chris Long, Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson, and Alec Ausmus went back-and-forth Sunday on Sports Wrap. The Vikings are 4-0, with two of their wins coming after not scoring a touchd...

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2 people killed, including a student, after Florida school bus rolls over in crash, sheriff says

A school bus flipped over onto its roof during a multivehicle crash in central Florida on Monday morning, killing two people including a 10th grade girl and injuring several others, authorities said. ...

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Budding food scrap pickup services across the US want your coffee grounds and eggshells

Composting leftover coffee grounds, eggshells and carrot tops is a way to reduce the amount of food waste that goes into landfills, where it produces the potent greenhouse gas methane. It also helps c...

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High School Sports Trivia

Minnesota high school sports is taking center stage today, and the trivia is heating up fast! Turns out there's a varsity athlete hiding right on the production team — producer Betsy Melin brought her...

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Woman arrested after deadly hit-and-run kills man in Hudson

St. Croix County investigators have arrested a 20-year-old woman who they say is responsible for a fatal hit and run early on Sunday morning that killed one man in Hudson. The post Woman arrested afte...

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Edina gun violence meeting moved online after church shooting

A much anticipated gun violence meeting in Edina has been moved online due to safety concerns after gun shots were fired outside a church less than two weeks ago. The post Edina gun violence meeting m...

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Cool start this morning then a very nice Fall Day.

Temperatures just north of the Twin Cities were Frosty this morning with many spots in the 30s but it stayed in the 40s inside the 494/694 loop and most of the suburbs. The Coldest readings in the sta...

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Edina holds community meeting to address gun violence

Edina holds community meeting to address gun violence The post Edina holds community meeting to address gun violence first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Local leaders working to address youth violence following shooting at Eden Prairie football game

Some metro-area Somali leaders are working on a plan for greater safety they expect to release Monday after a shooting outside the Eden Prairie Homecoming game Friday night. The post Local leaders wor...

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Vikings still unbeaten, but nobody inside their locker room is pretending there isn’t room for improvement

Minnesota improved to 4-0 Sunday with a gritty 15-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins, relying once again on a dominant defense, flawless special teams and a timely late offensive drive capped by a car...

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Vikings kicker Will Reichard just can’t miss, unless it’s the home crowd roaring for him

Will Reichard was the man of the hour for the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday when he was shown on the giant videoboards at U.S. Bank Stadium during the two-minute warning in their latest victory. Agitate...

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Minnesota’s ban on AI ‘nudification’ paused after ruling by federal appeals court

A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked Minnesota's ban on AI nudification technology as part of xAI's lawsuit filed earlier this year. The post Minnesota’s ban on AI ‘nudification’ paused aft...

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Unbeaten Vikings keep Dolphins winless with dominant defense, Reichard’s kicks, Hockenson’s catches

The Minnesota Vikings stayed undefeated with more dominance by their defense and five field goals from Will Reichard, sidestepping their early passing game problems to secure a 15-10 victory over the ...

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Gophers hockey swept at Michigan Tech

Mason Moe’s third-period power-play goal pulled Minnesota even, but Michigan Tech scored twice in the final three minutes Sunday to hand the Golden Gophers a 3-1 defeat at John MacInnes Student Ice Ar...

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At Issue: Oct. 4 — 2nd Congressional District debate, GOP candidate interviews

On this week's episode of "At Issue," we recap 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS' primetime debate between 2nd Congressional District candidates Matt Little and Eric Pratt. The post At Issue: Oct. 4 — 2nd Congression...

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Edina community conversation on gun violence

https://www.bettertogetheredina.org/public-safety The post Edina community conversation on gun violence first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Man dies in Isanti County ATV crash

A man is dead following an early-morning ATV crash Saturday in Isanti County. The post Man dies in Isanti County ATV crash first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Twin Cities Marathon: Victor Shitsama, Lilian Chebii are 2026 champions

The 2026 Twin Cities Marathon is now underway, with thousands of runners progressing along the 26.2-mile route from downtown Minneapolis to the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul. The post Twin Citie...

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Runners set off on 2026 Twin Cities Marathon

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Molly says a drier pattern takes shape for the workweek ahead

After a chilly start, we’ll be warming substantially with abundant sunshine as we make our way into the afternoon. Highs will run right around normal in the mid 60’s with northwesterly winds 5 to 11 m...

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Get Your Rear in Gear

Get Your Rear in Gear The post Get Your Rear in Gear first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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People of Color Career Fair

People of Color Career Fair The post People of Color Career Fair first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Kaprizov scores twice as the Wild beat the Bruins 4-1

Kirill Kaprizov scored twice, Jesper Wallstedt made 26 saves, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Saturday night. Quinn Hughes had a goal and assist, and Jared Spurgeon also scored. W...

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Police are responding to an incident at West Gate Station on University Avenue

Police have gathered at a light rail stop outside of the KSTP News building on University Avenue. The post Police are responding to an incident at West Gate Station on University Avenue first appeared...

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Gophers drop opener at Michigan Tech Saturday

Minnesota’s 2026-27 season began with a tough road loss Saturday night as the No. 14 Golden Gophers fell 3-2 to No. 19 Michigan Tech at John MacInnes Student Ice Arena. The season opener was delayed n...

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Gophers celebrate Little Brown Jug victory after toppling Michigan

Minnesota is bringing the Little Brown Jug back home. The Gophers defeated Michigan 20-14 on Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium, snapping an 11-year drought against the Wolverines and earning one of ...

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Eden Prairie Police share new details in an apparent gang-related shooting at homecoming

Police are providing new details about a gang-related shooting at Eden Prairie High School during a homecoming game. The post Eden Prairie Police share new details in an apparent gang-related shooting...

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Suspect accused of attempted kidnapping and sexual assault arrested

A man accused of attempting to kidnap a teenager and reportedly sexually assaulting another has been arrested. The post Suspect accused of attempted kidnapping and sexual assault arrested first appear...

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Medina fatal crash kills 1 on Highway 55

The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Saturday morning, killing one person. The post Medina fatal crash kills 1 on Highway 55 first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness ...

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Minnesota Gophers stuns Michigan 20-14, wins Little Brown Jug

The Minnesota Gophers beat Michigan 20-14 on Saturday, ending a nearly a five-decade losing streak against the Wolverines at home. The post Minnesota Gophers stuns Michigan 20-14, wins Little Brown Ju...

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Wisconsin State Patrol trooper dies days after bridge fall near Eau Claire

Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper Bradley Ritger, 29, died days after falling from a bridge during a pursuit near Eau Claire. The post Wisconsin State Patrol trooper dies days after bridge fall near Eau ...

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Molly says to expect breezy conditions and afternoon showers for your Saturday

Clouds will dominate as we make our way into the PM timeframe for your Saturday. Expect light to moderate passing showers rolling through the metro between 1 and 5 pm. Winds will kick up out of the so...

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Twin Cities Oktoberfest

Twin Cities Oktoberfest The post Twin Cities Oktoberfest first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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ValleyScare

ValleyScare The post ValleyScare first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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St. Paul encampment grows as colder weather raises concern

A growing homeless encampment in St. Paul is raising safety concerns as colder weather approaches. The post St. Paul encampment grows as colder weather raises concern first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyew...

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High School Football: Moorhead uses huge second half to defeat Maple Grove

The #1 (Class 6A) Moorhead Spuds defeated the Maple Grove Crimson 40-21 on Friday night at Maple Grove High School. Moorhead scored an opening drive touchdown when senior quarterback, and future Minne...

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High School Football: Champlin Park remains undefeated after 43-14 win over Blaine

In a battle of unbeatens, Champlin Park came out on top in convincing fashion with a 43-14 win over Blaine Friday night in Champlin. The Rebels built a 22-7 halftime lead on two touchdown runs from se...

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‘Emergency’ causes large police presence, homecoming evacuation in Eden Prairie

5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is working to learn more information about a large police presence in Eden Prairie. Eden Prairie Schools says police are evacuating the homecoming game and directing people to Round ...

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