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01/08/2026

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01/08/2026

(St. Paul, MN) -- A new report shows some Department of Human Services employees backdated or created documentation during an audit of behavioral health grants. Office of Legislative Auditor Judy Randall says her staff found what appeared to be an a…

(St. Paul, MN) -- A new report shows some Department of Human Services employees backdated or created documentation during an audit of behavioral health grants. Office of Legislative Auditor Judy

01/08/2026

(St. Paul, MN) — Minnesota deer hunters had a strong season in 2025. The Department of Natural Resources reports the statewide deer harvest was up 9% from last year and 5% above the five-year average. Preliminary figures show hunters harvested 186,2…

(St. Paul, MN) — Minnesota deer hunters had a strong season in 2025. The Department of Natural Resources reports the statewide deer harvest was up 9% from last year and

01/08/2026

(Richmond, MN) -- Another candidate is running for the seat of retiring State Senator Jeff Howe of Rockville. Aaron Brutger of Richmond says he'll seek the Republican nomination in Senate District 13. Brutger's top priorities are reducing state spen…

(Richmond, MN) -- Another candidate is running for the seat of retiring State Senator Jeff Howe of Rockville. Aaron Brutger of Richmond says he'll seek the Republican nomination in Senate

01/08/2026

(St. Paul, MN) - A security consulting firm is recommending security changes at the state capitol complex. The Axtell Group says key findings include adding weapons and hazardous materials screening to keep dangerous items out of public spaces. Othe…

(St. Paul, MN) - A security consulting firm is recommending security changes at the state capitol complex. The Axtell Group says key findings include adding weapons and hazardous materials screening

01/08/2026

(Washington DC-) An outburst erupted during Wednesday's Congressional hearing over Minnesota fraud. Republican state Representative Walter Hudson of Albertville said he would not answer questions regarding President Trump's pardoning of fraudsters. …

(Washington DC-) An outburst erupted during Wednesday's Congressional hearing over Minnesota fraud. Republican state Representative Walter Hudson of Albertville said he would not answer questions regarding President Trump's pardoning of

01/08/2026

(New York NY-) A man has been arrested in Kenya for the 2022 drug-related death of a Pennock woman. The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Department says 24-year-old Hediefe Muhamed Mire was arrested in Kenya October 31st and extradited to the U.S., and wa…

(New York NY-) A man has been arrested in Kenya for the 2022 drug-related death of a Pennock woman. The Kandiyohi County Sheriff's Department says 24-year-old Hediefe Muhamed Mire was

01/08/2026

(Minneapolis, MN) -- There is no class in Minneapolis Public Schools today and tomorrow (Thurs &Fri) following the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent Wednesday. The district told parents it is closing and cancelling all activities due to …

(Minneapolis, MN) -- There is no class in Minneapolis Public Schools today and tomorrow (Thurs &Fri) following the fatal shooting of a woman by an ICE agent Wednesday. The district

01/08/2026

(Minneapolis MN-) Governor Tim Walz reacts to the deadly shooting of a Minneapolis woman by a federal ICE officer. Walz says Minnesota doesn't need anymore help from the federal government

01/08/2026

The Minnesota United have released their pre-season schedule for the coming season

(St. Paul, MN) -- The Minnesota United begin their season in a few days. The club released their training camp and preseason schedule yesterday. Players will report to the National

01/08/2026

The Minnesota Wild aim to avoid a third consecutive loss when they visit the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena tonight.

(Seattle, WA) -- The Minnesota Wild aim to avoid a third consecutive loss when they visit the Seattle Kraken at Climate Pledge Arena tonight. The Wild just lost to the

01/08/2026

The Minnesota Timberwolves go for their fourth win in a row when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Target Center tonight

(Minneapolis, MN) -- The Minnesota Timberwolves go for their fourth win in a row when they host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Target Center tonight. The Wolves are coming off a