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Hennepin County sheriff threatened with federal charges over access to inmates

Federal officials are threatening criminal charges against two county sheriffs who they say declined to give immigration agents access to inmates subject to deportation, according to the New York Time...

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Watch: Vikings owner & president Mark Wilf discusses Teasley/O’Connell partnership, QB situation, desire to win

Vikings co-owner and president Mark Wilf held his traditional, annual training camp press conference with media at the TCO Center on Wednesday afternoon. He offered his early opinion on the newly-form...

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Kremer pitches well in Twins debut, but Royals prevail 2-1

Michael Massey led off the seventh inning with a go-ahead home run, Noah Cameron had nine strikeouts in eight innings of one-run ball and the Kansas City Royals beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Wednesd...

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Closure of major St. Paul homeless camp pushes residents to one nearby as shelters keep beds open

As St. Paul cleared the Pig’s Eye Park homeless encampment Wednesday, an outreach worker said many of the people who had been living there packed their belongings and moved to another encampment under...

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72-year-old man missing after leaving hospital while getting emergency care

The Bloomington Police Department is asking for the public's help in finding a man in need of emergency care. The post 72-year-old man missing after leaving hospital while getting emergency care first...

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Health warning at Cedar Lake beaches for blue-green algae

The Minneapolis Parks and Recreation Board says there is a hazardous algae warning at all three beaches at Cedar Lake. The post Health warning at Cedar Lake beaches for blue-green algae first appeared...

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For Appleton, ICE contract signals jobs, but also uncertainty for some

Appleton has about 1,400 residents. Now, a private prison company says it has a deal with ICE to house up to 1,600 detainees. The post For Appleton, ICE contract signals jobs, but also uncertainty for...

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Support growing to bump property taxes, bolster Robbinsdale Schools

Support is growing in a west metro school district to increase property taxes to address aging buildings and entice families to attend Robbinsdale Area Schools (RAS).  The post Support growing to bump...

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Farmfest gubernatorial debate offers last public forum of candidates ahead of primary election

The Farmfest gubernatorial debate was held Wednesday, offering the last public forum of gubernatorial candidates before the primary election on Tuesday. The post Farmfest gubernatorial debate offers l...

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Watch: Lynx practice report, Aug. 5 featuring Reeve, McBride, and Bibby

KSTP Sports was at Lynx practice on Wednesday. Watch comments from coach/president Cheryl Reeve, guard Kayla McBride, and new forward Chloe Bibby. The Lynx were back on the practice court after taking...

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Lino Lakes man missing after visiting Duluth Tuesday

Help is needed to locate a Lino Lakes man who has not been seen since he was spotted in Duluth Tuesday afternoon. The post Lino Lakes man missing after visiting Duluth Tuesday first appeared on KSTP.c...

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Preserving fresh garden herbs

Got a garden full of herbs and no idea what to do with them? Michelle Bruhn from Forks in the Dirt is here with easy ways to preserve them — from drying and freezing to making your own herb......

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15 states now linked to iceberg lettuce cyclospora outbreak, CDC says

Parasitic illness cases in 15 states have been linked to iceberg lettuce. Cyclospora cases have been reported in at least 47 states this year, and investigators have continued to probe how many could ...

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Heartland America’s top kitchen picks

Need a little kitchen upgrade? Heartland America's Kendra Reichenau has name-brand gadgets at a fraction of what you'd normally pay! Joining us is Kendra Reichenau, CEO of Heartland America, to highli...

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Sticks the Ice Pop Shop

Tucked away in the charming river town of Stillwater, a small shop is turning real, fresh ingredients into handcrafted ice pops bursting with creative flavors. Sticks the Ice Pop Shop is crafting each...

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Bailey Nurseries new projects

Ryan McEnaney is a 5th generation family member and owner at Bailey Nurseries, a garden guru, a landscape and design consultant, and an author.  He stops by to tell us about a few of the projects he’s...

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Public safety alert issued in Isanti after reports of gunfire

The Isanti County Sheriff's Office said the active incident on the 800 block of Cedar Street Southwest "may be an immediate life threatening situation." The post Public safety alert issued in Isanti a...

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UCare cuts 102 jobs as Medicaid contracts shift to Medica

UCare is cutting 102 jobs after Medica acquired its state Medicaid contracts, with layoffs beginning Oct. 2. The post UCare cuts 102 jobs as Medicaid contracts shift to Medica first appeared on KSTP.c...

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Help needed to find missing 34-year-old from St. Paul

An endangered missing person alert has been issued for a 34-year-old man, last seen in St. Paul on Monday. The post Help needed to find missing 34-year-old from St. Paul first appeared on KSTP.com 5 E...

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8/5 Host Chat

Dave Schwartz is stepping in for Ben today, and he and Elizabeth are already catching up on everything they got up to this summer! The post 8/5 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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St. Cloud boy, 11, stabs 18-year-old at local business

An 11-year-old boy stabbed an 18-year-old multiple times in the vestibule of a local St. Cloud business on Tuesday evening, according to police. The post St. Cloud boy, 11, stabs 18-year-old at local ...

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5 ON YOUR SIDE: August deals

August can be a great month to save, with back-to-school promotions underway and early Labor Day deals beginning to appear. Consumer Reports says shoppers can find discounts on everything from school ...

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Stefon Diggs is signing with the Washington Commanders, AP source says

Stefon Diggs is signing with the Washington Commanders, a person familiar with the agreement tells The Associated Press. The move gives quarterback Jayden Daniels and the offense a proven, experienced...

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Human remains found in Douglas County tied to Mendota Heights missing man, police say

Douglas County authorities found human remains believed to be Edward Hanton, 89, who went missing from Mendota Heights on July 22. The post Human remains found in Douglas County tied to Mendota Height...

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Titanic: An Immersive Voyage tickets and information

Titanic: An Immersive Voyage tickets and information The post Titanic: An Immersive Voyage tickets and information first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Watch: Vikings coach O’Connell on Addison’s ascension, injury updates, and more

Watch Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell’s news conference from Tuesday. He touched on receiver Jordan Addison’s ascension and provided injury updates. ***Click the video box above to watch KOC’s media ava...

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Judge criticizes the Justice Department as he dismisses Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy case

A federal judge is decrying efforts to rewrite the history of the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol as he reluctantly dismissed the seditious conspiracy case against members of the far-right Oath Ke...

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Abdul El-Sayed wins Michigan Senate primary in major victory for Democrats’ progressive wing

Abdul El-Sayed has won Michigan’s Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in a victory for the party’s progressive wing in a battleground state. El-Sayed narrowly defeated U.S. Rep. Haley Stevens and wi...

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St. Paul’s Pig’s Eye Park homeless camp now being cleared out

A large homeless encampment at Pig’s Eye Park is now being cleared out near downtown St. Paul as as city teams go tent to tent and supporters gather outside on Wednesday morning. The post St. Paul’s P...

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Teen airlifted after ATV crash in northern Minnesota

A teen boy was airlifted to the hospital after an ATV crash in northern Minnesota, according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. The post Teen airlifted after ATV crash in northern Minnesota fir...

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What to Know About Turf

Minnesota Live is stepping outside and diving into the world of landscaping with a fresh and exciting look at one of the season's most surprising trends. With warmer days inspiring big backyard dreams...

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Park Picks: Grand Portage State Park

It's another exciting edition of Park Picks on Minnesota Live, and this week the adventure takes us all the way to the breathtaking edge of Minnesota in Cook County. Grand Portage State Park is the st...

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KidCast: Mila Beauchane is Back

Minnesota Live has teamed up with Children's Minnesota for an uplifting weekly segment called Kid Cast, where young patients step into the spotlight alongside our meteorologist to deliver the forecast...

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Live in the Kitchen with Elizabeth: Italian-Style Sandwich

Summer on the water just got even better thanks to Twin Cities Live co-host Elizabeth Ries. She stopped by with a delicious and packable boat lunch that's perfect for those sunny afternoons out on the...

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Water Tower Wednesday: Sanborn

Water Tower Wednesday is back on Minnesota Live, and this week's story is one for the history books — a water tower that was sold for just one dollar and given a whole new life in Sanborn, Minnesota. ...

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Sea Life Snorkel Program

Sea Life at the Mall of America has made a splash by relaunching their exciting snorkel program inside Minnesota's largest aquarium. Twin Cities Live reporter Kristin Haubrich suited up and dove right...

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Low Humidity and Sunshine Today then Increasing Humidity with chance for T-Storms over the Weekend.

Today’s Weather in the Twin Cities will bring Sunshine, Low Humidity and highs around 80 degrees with West-Southwest Winds at 5 to 15 mph. Partly Cloudy Tonight with low in the low 60s. Mainly Sunny o...

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Chipotle pulls jalapeños amid Minnesota salmonella outbreak

Minnesota health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak that could be linked to jalapeños served at Chipotle and other Mexican-style restaurants after the state identified over 100 cases. T...

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Trump says deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday

U.S. President Donald Trump says a deal on the Strait of Hormuz could come as early as Wednesday or Thursday. An agreement could potentially help bring an end to the war. Regional officials tell The A...

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Dakota County grappling with a potential rise in property taxes

Dakota County leaders are mulling over a property tax rate increase that could be between 14% and 29%. The post Dakota County grappling with a potential rise in property taxes first appeared on KSTP.c...

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Bobby Witt Jr. returns from back injury and leads Royals to 8-2 win over Twins

Bobby Witt Jr. had three hits and two RBIs in his return to the lineup Tuesday night, leading the Kansas City Royals to an 8-2 victory over the Minnesota Twins. Witt, who missed two weeks with back ti...

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2 men injured, 1 seriously, in south Minneapolis shooting

Two people were injured Tuesday afternoon in an apparent shooting that Minneapolis Police are investigating. The post 2 men injured, 1 seriously, in south Minneapolis shooting first appeared on KSTP.c...

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Man involved in 2024 Dale Street Station murder sentenced to nearly 35 years in prison

A man has been sentenced after being convicted of second-degree murder for his role in killing a man in St. Paul in 2024 at Dale Street Station. The post Man involved in 2024 Dale Street Station murde...

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3 others charged in connection with May’s deadly attempted robbery in Mankato

Three additional people have been charged in an attempted robbery gone wrong that led to a 17-year-old's death in Mankato. The post 3 others charged in connection with May’s deadly attempted robbery i...

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Farmfest kicks off with Minnesota Congressional District forums

With Minnesota's primary one week away, Congressional candidates took questions at Farmfest in Redwood County on Tuesday. The post Farmfest kicks off with Minnesota Congressional District forums first...

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Minnesota’s new law strengthens enforcement of firearm surrender in domestic violence cases

Minnesota has launched a new system designed to ensure that people legally prohibited from possessing firearms actually surrender their guns. The post Minnesota’s new law strengthens enforcement of fi...

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Police warn renters of fake online listings

Eden Prairie police are warning renters about a scam using fake online listings for homes that are actually for sale. The post Police warn renters of fake online listings first appeared on KSTP.com 5 ...

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Several fire inspections not passed, corrections made months before Helix Apartments fire

Fire inspection reports conducted months before the Helix Apartments fire show that safety issues had been identified and corrected. The post Several fire inspections not passed, corrections made mont...

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Watch Read Listen: John Harrington

Olympic gold medalist John Harrington — one of the Iron Range kids behind the 1980 Miracle on Ice game-winning goal — is here live to give us his Watch Read Listen picks. Watch Read Listen is presente...

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5 questions on 5 issues: Angie Craig, DFL candidate for US Senate

5 EYEWITNESS NEWS asked DFL candidate for U.S. Senate Angie Craig five questions on issues voters say are important to them. The post 5 questions on 5 issues: Angie Craig, DFL candidate for US Senate ...

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