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Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Arrest made in fatal shooting of U.S. Border Patrol agent
The FBI says it arrested a 21-year-old Washington state woman in the fatal shooting of a U.S. Border Patrol agent in Vermont.
Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as Trump's defense secretary
Hegseth's nomination once appeared on shaky ground amid allegations that included sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement.
Republican candidate won't appeal judge's ruling in Shakopee House race missing ballots case
The Republican candidate who narrowly lost a Minnesota House election in a suburban Twin Cities district says he won't appeal a judge's affirmation of the DFL candidate's victory.
Former Twins third baseman Corey Koskie elected to club's Hall of Fame
Former third baseman Corey Koskie will be the 41st member of the Twins Hall of Fame, joining the likes of Rod Carew, Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett.
Edwards scores 34, sets Timberwolves career 3-pointer record in 133-104 win over Denver
Anthony Edwards scored 34 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Denver Nuggets 133-104 on Saturday.
Minnesota Aurora now largest community-owned women's team in the U.S.
Minnesota Aurora FC now has over 5000 owners in all 50 states and 17 countries, making them the largest independent community-owned women's team in the country, according to the organization.
Woman indicted in car crash that killed Khyree Jackson
A woman has been indicted in the July 6 car crash that killed Minnesota Vikings rookie cornerback Khyree Jackson and two of his former high school teammates.
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Mild temperatures take a dip as cold front passes through
Saturday morning will start off mild, but as a cold through passes through, temperatures are expected to drop into the single digits by the evening.
St. Paul Winter Carnival organizers happy for return of seasonal conditions
With 139 years and counting, the oldest winter festival in the U.S. is set to kick off on Thursday in St. Paul.
Is it as cold as it used to be?
It might not feel like it, but we are climbing out of the frigid depths of this arctic outbreak. The cold served as a stinging reminder of what the Bold North is capable of this time of year.
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Afternoon digital headlines for Sat. Jan. 25, 2025
Derek James shares updates on the news of the day.
NEXT Weather: 5 p.m. weather report for Sat. Jan. 25, 2025
We will cool down overnight and start Sunday cool. However we do warm up throughout the day with highs in the 30s. The temps stay that warm as we head into the start of the work week. Lisa Meadows breaks down the timing and tells us when we could see some snow.
Pond hockey returns to Lake Nokomis
After a lack luster year in 2024, pond hockey has returned to Lake Nokomis.
Sweeping changes to companies DEI efforts impact local businesses
Local businesses partnering with major corporations are feeling the effects of the end to DEI efforts.
Morning Digital Headlines: Jan. 25, 2025
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HSSR: Jan 24, 2025
See how the Orono boys basketball team is honoring a team member that's no longer with them. Plus, two of the best girls basketball teams in the state met Friday night as Providence Academy hosted Minnehaha Academy.
Edwards scores 34, sets Timberwolves career 3-pointer record in 133-104 win over Denver
Anthony Edwards scored 34 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Denver Nuggets 133-104 on Saturday.
Former Twins third baseman Corey Koskie elected to club's Hall of Fame
Former third baseman Corey Koskie will be the 41st member of the Twins Hall of Fame, joining the likes of Rod Carew, Harmon Killebrew and Kirby Puckett.
Donte DiVincenzo won't need surgery for toe injury, Wolves say
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Donte DiVincenzo will miss at least three more weeks with a toe injury, the team said Friday.
Minnesota Aurora now largest community-owned women's team in the U.S.
Minnesota Aurora FC now has over 5000 owners in all 50 states and 17 countries, making them the largest independent community-owned women's team in the country, according to the organization.
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Is it as cold as it used to be?
It might not feel like it, but we are climbing out of the frigid depths of this arctic outbreak. The cold served as a stinging reminder of what the Bold North is capable of this time of year.
How do NHL teams project digital ads onto dasher boards?
When NHL hockey players go crashing into the boards, advertisers enjoy some air time. But the logos fans see along the boards on TV are different from what is seen in the arena.
How should we prepare for an evacuation?
Well before evacuation orders are declared, or even before an emergency happens, there are ways to prepare.
Why do eyes water in the cold?
The brutal cold that settled in on Monday is enough to make you cry. All it takes is a few seconds outside before the tears start flowing.
FBI gives warning on copycat crimes. Here's what they are.
Celebration turned into frightening chaos on New Year's Day when a driver barreled down Bourbon Street in New Orleans, killing 14 people. Two days later, the FBI released a bulletin warning of copycat attacks.
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Volunteers make dozens of quilts for wildfire victims
It's ten below zero in Montgomery Minnesota, but these ladies aren't bothered — they are focused.
Community rallies around soccer coach injured in car crash
The Stillwater community and beyond are rallying around a high school girls soccer coach while he recovers from a spinal injury.
Pet-friendly shelter opens for domestic abuse survivors
A shelter in the Twin Cities is doing something unique to make help more accessible and comfortable for survivors of domestic violence.
Minneapolis esthetician helps restore dignity to elderly and disabled clients
A Minneapolis woman with a knack for pampering people is stepping up amidst a personal care attendant shortage.
Milestone for Kobi Co. as it celebrates 2 years at brick-and-mortar location
A local business, started during the pandemic, will soon celebrate two years at a physical location.
Granddaughter of Vietnam veteran helps veterans experiencing homelessness
Emily Roth is the president of the Minnesota Children of the American Revolution and chose to help homeless veterans as her state project.
App provides resources, comfort for people with ALS
After her son was diagnosed with ALS, Faith thrust herself into research and organizations supporting the cure for ALS. She started getting involved with Everything ALS.
Firefighter collecting donations to help first responders in Ukraine
When Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022, Svetlana Vold immediately thought of her mom's teachings and looked to give back to her old Ukrainian neighbors who were suffering.
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Gallery: Vikings named to 2025 Pro Bowl Games
Six Minnesota Vikings made the initial roster for the 2025 Pro Bowl Games, the most in 15 years.
Notable Deaths in 2024
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Minnesota's tiniest residents celebrate Halloween
Regions Hospital and Children's Minnesota share photos of their tiniest patients dressed to the nines for Halloween.
Northern lights in Minnesota: Oct. 10, 2024
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Thursday night due to the arrival of a severe geomagnetic storm.
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Major companies announce end to DEI efforts, local business partners react
In the wake of the announcement that major companies are ending their DEI efforts, local businesses who partner with them have a decision to make.
U.S. Pond Hockey Championships returns to Minnesota for 20th year
Cut short due to warm weather in 2024, the U.S. Pond Hockey Championships returns with 273 teams for a one weekend event.
One dead in head-on collision in Minneapolis Saturday morning
Minnesota State Patrol says one driver is dead after colliding head on with another vehicle on Interstate 35W early Saturday morning.
Immigration advocates urge caution before sharing rumored federal raids
Unverified reports of raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on social media are creating a ripple effect of fear.
St. Paul City Council President stepping down
St. Paul City Council President Mitra Jalali, of Ward 4, announced she will step down next month.
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North Dakota's overturned abortion ban won't be enforced during appeal
North Dakota's highest court has ruled that the state's overturned abortion ban will not be enforced during an appeal of a judge's ruling that struck down the law in September.
Memorial service honors victims of domestic violence in Minnesota
Last year in Minnesota, 23 people were killed by someone they knew and trusted.
U of M and Essentia Health announce proposal for nonprofit
The University of Minnesota and Essentia Health are proposing to form a nonprofit that would invest up to $1 billion in improving statewide health care access over five years.
2 boys arrested in separate school threat incidents in Chaska, Brainerd
Students in two separate Minnesota school districts were arrested Thursday after allegedly making threats, authorities say.
Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown" earns 8 Oscar nominations
"A Complete Unknown," the biopic chronicling the swift pop-cultural ascent of Minnesota native Bob Dylan in the early 1960s, has been nominated for eight Academy Awards.
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Minnesota man gets 16 years in prison for helping son hide bodies
A Minnesota man accused of helping his son hide four bodies in a Wisconsin cornfield has been sentenced to 16 years in prison, online court records show.
Police investigate a fatal shooting at an Eau Claire residence
The Eau Claire Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place at a residence Saturday morning.
Missing Apple Valley pizza delivery driver's car found in Wisconsin
The red Toyota Camry that was being driven by Shuefuab "Shue" Xiong was found, unoccupied, in Superior.
Leinenkugel brothers offer to buy Chippewa Falls brewery
The famous Leinenkugel's brewery in Chippewa Falls hasn't been owned by a member of the Leinenkugel family since 1988, but some members of the family want to change that.
Wisconsin's governor creates new violence-prevention office in wake of school shooting
Wisconsin's Democratic governor has created a new office dedicated to preventing gun violence, a month after a school shooting not far from the state Capitol.
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Immigration advocates urge caution before sharing rumored federal raids
Unverified reports of raids by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents on social media are creating a ripple effect of fear.
St. Paul City Council President stepping down
St. Paul City Council President Mitra Jalali, of Ward 4, announced she will step down next month.
Senate confirms Pete Hegseth as defense secretary; Vance casts tiebreaking vote
Pete Hegseth's nomination once appeared on shaky ground amid allegations that included sexual misconduct and financial mismanagement.
North Dakota's overturned abortion ban won't be enforced during appeal
North Dakota's highest court has ruled that the state's overturned abortion ban will not be enforced during an appeal of a judge's ruling that struck down the law in September.
Rubio orders freeze of new funding for nearly all U.S. foreign aid programs
The secretary of state's order made exceptions for military aid to Israel and Egypt.
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Target is ending its diversity goals
Discount store chain Target says it's joining rival Walmart and a number of other prominent American brands in scaling back corporate diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Minneapolis Boat Show has Minnesotans dreaming of summer
The Minneapolis Boat show docks at the convention center for a 52nd year on Saturday and Sunday.
Twin Cities restaurants face shifting landscape amid Revival's closure
A number of popular restaurants in St. Paul announce imminent closures.
Minneapolis' Vinai, Diane's Place among 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists
The semifinalists are out for the 2025 James Beard Awards — the restaurant industry's most prestigious honor — and many Minnesotan chefs and eateries are among those listed.
Lotto ticket worth nearly half a million sold in North St. Paul
One Twin Cities resident is starting off 2025 with a big win thanks to the Minnesota Lottery.
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Minnesota man gets 16 years in prison for helping son hide bodies
A Minnesota man accused of helping his son hide four bodies in a Wisconsin cornfield has been sentenced to 16 years in prison, online court records show.
Police investigate a fatal shooting at an Eau Claire residence
The Eau Claire Police Department is investigating a homicide that took place at a residence Saturday morning.
Plymouth police ask judge for permission to remove handguns from man
Plymouth Police ask a judge for permission to remove firearms from a 31-year-old man after two encounters at Twin Cities religious sites and troubling social media posts, court documents say.
1 sentenced, 1 pleads guilty in Feeding Our Future fraud scheme
A 34-year-old Bloomington man convicted in the Feeding our Future COVID relief fraud case will spend over 17 years in prison, and a woman pleaded guilty Friday for her role in the scheme.
Memorial service honors victims of domestic violence in Minnesota
Last year in Minnesota, 23 people were killed by someone they knew and trusted.
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Wind blowing feces may be route of transmission for bird flu
Flu expert says bird flu virus may be spread by infected feces blowing in the wind.
U of M and Essentia Health announce proposal for nonprofit
The University of Minnesota and Essentia Health are proposing to form a nonprofit that would invest up to $1 billion in improving statewide health care access over five years.
North Memorial's Air Care celebrates 40 years in service
North Memorial Health is celebrating a milestone when it comes to care, with 2025 marking 40 years of Air Care coverage.
United Healthcare announces Tim Noel as new CEO
UnitedHealth Group on Thursday announced that a longtime employee in the company has been named the new leader of its health insurance arm, nearly two months after the killing of former CEO Brian Thompson.
More parents declining some vaccines for their children
Opinions about childhood vaccinations have become increasingly polarized, leaving many parents overwhelmed and unsure of who to trust.
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Bob Dylan biopic "A Complete Unknown" earns 8 Oscar nominations
"A Complete Unknown," the biopic chronicling the swift pop-cultural ascent of Minnesota native Bob Dylan in the early 1960s, has been nominated for eight Academy Awards.
Karla Sofía Gascón is first openly trans actor nominated for an Oscar
The "Emilia Pérez" star made history with her Oscar nomination on Thursday.
See the full list of Oscar nominations for 2025 Academy Awards
Nominations for the 97th annual Academy Awards were announced Thursday morning, with "Emilia Pérez," "A Complete Unknown" and "Conclave" at the top of the heap in nominations.
Meet the inductees for the Songwriters Hall of Fame Class of 2025
This year's Songwriters Hall of Fame inductees include iconic artists and producers like The Doobie Brothers, George Clinton and Ashley Gorley, among others.
Netflix is boosting subscription prices. Here are the new fees.
Netflix said it's increasing the prices on its subscription plans starting today. Here are the new prices.