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Southern Minnesota man charged in $75K American Legion fraud case

A southern Minnesota man faces fraud charges after stealing over $75,000 from the Dodge Center American Legion post. The post Southern Minnesota man charged in $75K American Legion fraud case first ap...

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Banana Ball returning to Target Field in 2027 with Party Animals vs. Firefighters

Banana Ball is set to return to Target Field in the summer of 2027 as the Party Animals known as the “Greatest Party in Sports,” will face the Firefighters, dubbed the “Hottest Team in Sports,” in two...

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Minnesota reports 25 new measles cases, all unvaccinated

The Minnesota Department of Health reports 25 new measles cases in two counties and urges Minnesotans to get vaccinated. The post Minnesota reports 25 new measles cases, all unvaccinated first appeare...

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Trump casts doubt on press secretary Zacharia’s future

President Donald Trump has suggested that his new press secretary, Katie Zacharia, might not stay on the job much longer. “I told her, ‘I think you’re better off being happy,’” Trump said on Friday. H...

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Secretary of State’s office receives ‘suspicious’ letter with threats, white powder

The U.S. Postal Inspection Service is investigating a suspicious letter sent to the Minnesota Secretary of State's (SOS) office on Friday, the latest in a series of letters sent nationwide to congress...

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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Booking a better hotel

Planning a vacation is exciting, but stressful – glowing reviews and a low nightly rate might not tell you everything you need to know before you book a hotel. Consumer Reports explains how to avoid d...

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With Anthony Edwards, Minnesota is among the teams that could add to NBA’s parity era

Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves is determined to lead his team to an NBA championship. He believes in willpower over hope. The NBA has seen eight different champions in the last eight ye...

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Chilly Winds Today then Frosty Saturday morning followed by Sunshine and temperatures back into 60s Saturday and Sunday.

It is a Chilly Friday in the Twin Cities with the Coldest Weather of the Season as Wind-Chills this morning were in the mid to upper 30s and air temperatures in the low to mid 40s. Skies will become.....

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Independence man arrested after allegedly firing shotgun during fight, prompting shelter-in-place

A 23-year-old Independence man is in custody after authorities say he fired multiple shotgun rounds at another man during a fight in a residential neighborhood, causing a shelter-in-place alert in the...

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Mauer Nice Ride: Mobile Service Plus

The school year is busy for lots of families and a packed schedule can make getting your basic car maintenance done a challenge. Mauer Auto Group’s Mobile Service Plus brings the service station to yo...

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Governor praises local who ‘heroically’ helped end the mass shooting at an Oregon elementary school

Oregon's governor says a community member likely saved lives by chasing down a teenager who shot and killed three children and a teacher at an elementary school in the city of Bend. Gov. Tina Kotek pr...

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Operation Metro Surge cost Minnesota 32,000 jobs, report says

Minnesota lost an estimated 32,000 jobs due to Operation Metro Surge, with US-born workers accounting for 25,000 of those losses, a new report finds. The post Operation Metro Surge cost Minnesota 32,0...

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Minnesotans can now vote early in person as Election Day nears

Voters in Minnesota can cast their ballots at polling locations statewide, as in-person early voting is underway. The post Minnesotans can now vote early in person as Election Day nears first appeared...

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Young man shot and killed in south Minneapolis alley, police say

Police are investigating a fatal shooting in a south Minneapolis alley where a young man was found dead Thursday night. The post Young man shot and killed in south Minneapolis alley, police say first ...

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Possible space junk found in western Minnesota cornfield

A strange piece of metal that could possibly be from space showed up in a western Minnesota cornfield this week, according to the Stevens County Sheriff’s Office. The post Possible space junk found in...

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Eastbound I-394 in Minneapolis closing all weekend for highway repairs

A heads up to drivers who are planning to use the eastbound lanes of I-394 between I-94 and downtown Minneapolis as that stretch of road will be closed all weekend, starting at 10 p.m. on Friday. The ...

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Ken Barlow is forecasting a very windy day today with a frost or freeze possible tonight

Good Friday morning! The wind is the big weather story today. Any leftover showers will end this morning. Skies will slowly clear toward midday. Sunshine returns this afternoon. Northwest winds will g...

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So Minnesota: Haunted Stillwater Warden’s House Museum

Built in 1853 for the Stillwater Prison, the Warden's House is believed to be one of the state's most haunted sites. The post So Minnesota: Haunted Stillwater Warden’s House Museum first appeared on K...

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Man convicted of killing woman who rejected his romantic advances receives life sentence

A man convicted of killing a woman who rejected his advances to begin a romantic relationship will serve a life sentence after being found guilty earlier this month. The post Man convicted of killing ...

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Boys High School Soccer: Two Rivers upsets top seed East Ridge in section playoffs

KSTP Sports was at the Two Rivers-East Ridge boys soccer playoff game on Thursday night in Woodbury. Two Rivers prevailed in double overtime, winning 1-0. ***Click the video box above to watch the gam...

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TRUTH TEST: Anti-Flanagan ad gets a B-minus

Republican Michele Tafoya’s campaign takes every opportunity to tie her Democratic opponent Peggy Flanagan to fraud in state government. That includes TV ads, like one featuring a classroom with a tea...

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Minneapolis kicks off emergency relocation of residents at troubled Heritage Park apartments

Minneapolis has begun moving families out of Heritage Park Apartments, as the city's emergency relocation plan moved from planning into action. The post Minneapolis kicks off emergency relocation of r...

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TRUTH TEST: Anti-Tafoya ad gets a D

One of many television ads attacking Republican Michele Tafoya tries to make the case she’s “all in” when it comes to supporting a wide array of policies of President Donald Trump The post TRUTH TEST:...

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Free Air Time: 2nd Congressional District candidate Matt Little

This election season, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is giving candidates in Minnesota’s biggest races a chance to speak directly to you to help you make an informed decision on Election Day. The post Free Air Tim...

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Free Air Time: 2nd Congressional District candidate Eric Pratt

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KSTP/SurveyUSA poll: How voters are swayed by Trump’s pledge to give voters $5K if GOP wins

Last month, President Trump pledged he'd send every American voter $5,000 if the GOP wins in the November election. New KSTP/SurveyUSA data shows if that's impacting voters. The post KSTP/SurveyUSA po...

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The Scoop — October 15

Our Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson brings us the ‘Scoop’ in video form every Thursday at 6:50 p.m. This week he has notes on the Gophers, Vikings, Twins, and more. ***Click the video box above to watch the ‘...

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Free program to help protect your property

Property Watch is a program that can help keep fraudsters from trying to get their hands on your property. The post Free program to help protect your property first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness N...

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Banana Ball Ticket Lottery

https://www.lottery.fansfirsttickets.com The post Banana Ball Ticket Lottery first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Western Wisconsin communities mourn 6 victims killed in plane crash

Friends, educators and aviation leaders across western Wisconsin are remembering the six people killed in Tuesday night's plane crash near the Wisconsin Dells, as investigators continue working to det...

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BCA releases name of officer who shot at 16-year-old carjacking suspect

State officials have released the name of the officer who fired his gun at a teenage carjacking suspect last week in Minneapolis. The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) identified the officer as Te...

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KSTP/SurveyUSA poll: Ellison gets a bump, Trump and Walz remain immensely unpopular

President Donald Trump and Gov. Tim Walz remain immensely unpopular, according to results of a new KSTP/SurveyUSA poll, but Attorney General Keith Ellison may be gaining ground with voters. The post K...

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High School Football: Shakopee in mix for 1-seed in playoffs after dominating win over Farmington

KSTP Sports was at Thursday afternoon’s 6A football game between Shakopee and Farmington. The Sabers are still very much in play for a 1 seed in the postseason after a dominating performance. Shakopee...

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DOJ sues St. Paul over ordinances requiring law enforcement to wear ID, leave faces uncovered

The U.S. Department of Justice is suing St. Paul over two ordinances enacted this year that mandate law enforcement operating in the city to wear identification and keep their faces uncovered. The pos...

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Minneapolis City Council explores subpoena powers to get answers from city staff

The Minneapolis City Council on Thursday approved a staff directive seeking clarity on whether the body has the authority to subpoena city employees for information. The post Minneapolis City Council ...

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Minnesota man sentenced to 15 years for pointing handgun at deputies during sting at Montrose Dollar General

A Minnesota man convicted of waving a handgun at deputies on April 15 at the Dollar General in Montrose has been sentenced to 15 years in jail. The post Minnesota man sentenced to 15 years for pointin...

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Police say at least 2 hospitalized after shooting at Oregon elementary school, shooter is dead

At least two people were hospitalized Thursday following a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, and the shooter is dead, authorities say. The post Police say at least 2 hospitalized after...

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Lakeville man accused of sexual assault, kidnapping allegedly referenced Jeffrey Dahmer killings during attack

A 24-year-old Lakeville man is facing multiple felony charges after prosecutors say he held a woman against her will, threatened to kill her and her family and sexually assaulted her after she alleged...

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Minneapolis police establish property crimes commander to curb car break-in problem

Minneapolis police said they have made it clear that the city has a car break-in problem and hope a new strategy will bring results. In an exclusive interview, the department's new property crimes com...

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Chicken & Sausage Linguine

Chef Imani Jackson specializes in what she calls "Blewish Cuisine" - where she combines her two cultures of being black and Jewish. She is also a private chef to athletes, including one of the Timberw...

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GForce Gymnastics & Parkour

A first-of-its-kind youth gymnastics and parkour center has opened in Shakopee inside a former JoAnn Fabrics building. GForce Gymnastics welcomes kids of all ages to the new facility. Reporter Kristin...

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10/15 What’s Happening this Weekend

Kelli Hanson shares a few ideas of things to check out this weekend. The post 10/15 What’s Happening this Weekend first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Season’s Grandeur Escape to Grandview Lodge

Nestled in the heart of Nisswa, Grand View Lodge is one of Minnesota's most breathtaking destinations no matter the season. Twin Cities Live is teaming up with the resort for a spectacular Season's Gr...

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First freeze of the season possible this weekend – Chris

Good Thursday evening! Showers continue tonight as we stay mostly cloudy and seasonable, with lows falling into the mid-40s. Friday brings a much more noticeable change. A few showers may linger early...

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Same state, different school funding: The levy gap in Minnesota

He’s talking about what he’s seen happen when communities vote down school referendums, particularly Operating Levies. The post Same state, different school funding: The levy gap in Minnesota first ap...

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Spooky Make Up

Halloween is just around the corner, and we’re bringing back one of the most thrillingly talented guests from last year. Horror movie makeup artist Elly Kalnbach returned to share another jaw-dropping...

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Cabin Cocktails – Hot Toddy

Who says cabin season ever has to end? Emily Vikre, co-founder of Vikre Distillery in Duluth, is here to prove that the cozy, lakeside life can follow you straight into your living room with her brand...

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10/15 Host Chat

We’re excited for our Twin Cities Live in Your Town Halloween show in Anoka. This got Ben thinking about some of his ghost encounters. The post 10/15 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness ...

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Wild leaning on structure as blue line depth to be tested vs. Blues Thursday night

The Minnesota Wild will once again be shorthanded on the back end Thursday night against the St. Louis Blues, forcing coach John Hynes to rely on organizational depth and what he believes has become o...

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Summit will keep beer flowing as loans are transferred to new lender

Summit Brewing will avoid foreclosure after it reached an agreement to have its outstanding loans acquired by a new lender. The post Summit will keep beer flowing as loans are transferred to new lende...

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