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School leaders push back on $250M in special education cuts

Special education and school leaders say Minnesota shouldn't cut $250 million in special education funding, a cut that's scheduled to kick in automatically next year. The post School leaders push back...

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Chickpea and spinach soup

Emily Maxon, author of Real Food Every Day, share a go-to soup recipe. The post Chickpea and spinach soup first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Layering outfits for tricky weather

Spring mornings in the fifties and afternoons climbing into the seventies and eighties make getting dressed a real puzzle. The stylish solution is all about layers, and the best part is you don't need...

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Breathing easier with a local inventor

ruggling to breathe at night, AJ Altaher decided to turn his personal challenge into something truly inspiring — a Minnesota-made product designed to help people breathe easier. He joined us to share ...

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Man sentenced to 13 years in prison for shooting at Bloomington police officers

A man who shot at Bloomington police officers during a traffic stop last year will now serve more than a decade in prison. The post Man sentenced to 13 years in prison for shooting at Bloomington poli...

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Covington Inn

If you're dreaming of a one-of-a-kind fall getaway, the Covington Inn is a stunning 1946 historic towboat transformed into a floating bed and breakfast with breathtaking waterfront views of the Missis...

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More fall-like weather arrives soon – Chris

Good Monday evening! After the summer-like warmth we just had, this week is going to feel much more like October across Minnesota. Tonight stays mostly cloudy and mild, but cooler air continues settli...

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Crafting for Halloween with Appleberry’s Attic

Halloween is just three weeks away, and it's the perfect time to add some whimsical, vintage charm to your home decor. Jen Appleberry from Appleberry's Attic stopped by with a handful of creative and ...

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Shakopee football’s state title dream fueled by D-1 talent, toughness, and motivation

The record says 5-1, but inside the Shakopee football program, nobody is celebrating yet. Coach Ray Betton has seen enough football to know that October success doesn’t guarantee anything in November....

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10/12 Host Chat

Why buy new when you can restyle what you already own? We're sharing fun and fresh ways to completely rethink your closet today. Plus, vintage Halloween is having a moment, and we are here for it with...

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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Distracted driving

Keeping your eyes on the road is one of the first lessons you hear when learning to drive. But that can be harder with new cars, especially the ones with complex screens and confusing controls. Consum...

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FBI issues actor Selma Blair a summons accusing her of assaults aboard a plane, AP source says

The FBI has issued Blair a summons accusing her of assaults that occurred aboard a plane, according to a federal law enforcement official who spoke on condition of anonymity. The charges listed on the...

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Actor Selma Blair taken into custody by police responding to physically abusive passenger on plane

Authorities say actor Selma Blair was taken into custody after a flight from Los Angeles to New York for being physically abusive and injuring two flight attendants. The 54-year-old Blair was taken in...

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Selma Blair taken into custody in New York after an alleged assault on a Delta flight

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4 charged with riot in connection with Eden Prairie homecoming game shooting

Four men have been linked to the shooting at Eden Prairie's High School's homecoming football game earlier this month, which injured two people and caused an evacuation. The post 4 charged with riot i...

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St. Paul sues Maplewood after denying gun range upgrades

St. Paul is suing Maplewood following a decision by city leaders to revoke access to its police firearm training facility. The post St. Paul sues Maplewood after denying gun range upgrades first appea...

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Twin Cities Live in Your Town: Anoka, October 29th

The week of October 26th, Twin Cities Live is highlighting some of the unique spots, restaurants, shopping, and people who call Anoka home. All week, we’ll bring stories that feature this area – then ...

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NFL suspends 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw 1 game for head butt

San Francisco 49ers linebacker Dre Greenlaw was suspended for one game after head-butting Seattle’s Ernest Jones IV following a late hit on the Seahawks sideline. The NFL issued the suspension, saying...

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Warm Today then more like October on Tuesday.

The Twin Cities set Record Highs at 90 degrees both Saturday and Sunday and once again Today will be Warm with highs in the low 80s inside the 494/694 loop and mid 80s in areas south of the Minnesota....

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Sports Wrap, Oct. 11: Vikings move to 5-0 analysis, Gophers lose at Purdue, and Wild off to good start

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 5-0, just one of two unbeaten teams in the NFC. It’s a fixtur...

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Rep. Ilhan Omar calls federal raid of her home ‘an outrageous abuse of power’

Federal agents on Monday searched the home of Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar as part of a criminal investigation, a startling escalation that brings renewed scrutiny to the frequent target of Trump a...

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Theatre of Magic

Get ready to have your mind completely blown because Theatre of Magic is coming to Minneapolis and you will not believe what you're seeing even from just a few feet away. Australian celebrity magician...

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7th Street Barbers

Tucked away on the southwest side of St. Paul sits a fascinating piece of Minnesota history — the oldest barbershop in the state. 7th Street Barbers has been welcoming customers for more than 130 year...

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Money Monday: Avoid FOMO

It's Money Monday and today's conversation is all about taking back control of how you spend your hard-earned cash. FOMO, or fear of missing out, has a sneaky way of influencing the choices we make ev...

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Getting to know Brock Faber & Jesper Wallstedt

Hockey season is in full swing, and Minnesota Wild fans have plenty to cheer about after a thrilling four to one victory over the Florida Panthers. Daren Wolfson sat down with people who knew defensem...

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Spark Y

Imagine getting school credit or a paycheck just for making your community a better place — that's exactly what Spark-Y makes possible for young people across the Twin Cities! This incredible nonprofi...

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Teen, man hospitalized after Uptown shooting Sunday night, no arrests made

A teen and another man were hospitalized after a shooting in Uptown on Sunday night near Hennepin Avenue and Lake Street, according to the Minneapolis Police Department. The post Teen, man hospitalize...

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DNA and vehicle-tracking help French investigators recover stolen Renoirs and make arrests

DNA left on a painting cover has helped investigators recover two stolen Renoirs and uncover plans for another heist, according to a French prosecutor. Four men face preliminary charges related to the...

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From ‘hands-free’ to ‘eyes-off’: how General Motors is simulating its way to autonomous driving

General Motors plans to launch an advanced iteration of its driver assist technology on the 2028 Cadillac Escalade IQ electric vehicle. The automaker already offers Super Cruise, the hands-free assist...

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Federal agents search Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home as part of a criminal investigation, AP sources say

Federal agents have searched Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar’s home as part of a criminal investigation. That's according to people familiar with the matter. The people say the search was conducted by...

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Baby sleep product recalled for undeclared alcohol

Baby sleep product recalled for undeclared alcohol The post Baby sleep product recalled for undeclared alcohol first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Ken Barlow is forecasting one more warm day followed by a much cooler week

Good Monday morning! After a weekend of record-breaking 90-degree heat, today will be just a bit cooler. This afternoon we may not reach 90-degrees, but it will still be very warm for October as tempe...

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Airstrikes on Yemen’s capital, drone hits vessel in Strait of Hormuz, and other Mideast developments

Yemen's Houthi rebels say the country's capital Sanaa was hit during overnight airstrikes. The Iran-backed rebels' media center on Monday blamed Saudi Arabia for the strikes. India's Foreign Ministry ...

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Family honors loved one at vigil, calls for more answers in death investigation

Family, loved ones, and community members, dozens strong, gathered to honor a young man they feel should still be with them while calling for more answers surrounding his death. The post Family honors...

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Watch: Vikings defense remains dominant in New Orleans as Minnesota improves to 5-0

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Vikings cornerback Byron Murphy Jr. said to the Minnesota sideline that he would intercept New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough for a second time as his unit was about to ret...

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People in Inver Grove Heights being asked to file complaints against Xcel Energy over power outages

People in Inver Grove Heights are being asked to file complaints against Xcel Energy after certain neighborhoods have been dealing with ongoing power outages over the last year. The post People in Inv...

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RECORD HEAT in Twin Cities, cooler this week

This weekend has been an October scorcher! First, we hit 90° on Saturday which tied the 98-year-old record latest 90-degree day. This of course tied the daily record high maximum temperature. Strong s...

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Crews battling fire on East Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis

Minneapolis fire crews are working to put out a three-alarm fire on the 1400 block of East Franklin Avenue. The post Crews battling fire on East Franklin Avenue in Minneapolis first appeared on KSTP.c...

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Juvenile window-smashing suspects caught on camera in south Minneapolis

A south Minneapolis resident says repeated car break-ins near Lake Nokomis have left him feeling unsafe and frustrated with city leadership. The post Juvenile window-smashing suspects caught on camera...

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Jefferson, Jones and Murray all produce to help the unbeaten Vikings top the slumping Saints 23-13

Justin Jefferson highlighted his return to Minnesota’s lineup with a leaping touchdown catch, Aaron Jones made up for an early fumble with a pivotal, fourth-quarter touchdown and the Vikings remained ...

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At Issue: Oct. 11 — Engen arrest video raises ‘officer discretion’ questions, state auditor debate

This week on "At Issue," Chief Political Reporter Tom Hauser moderates a debate between two candidates for Minnesota state auditor, Republican Scott Jensen and Democrat Zack Filipovich. The post At Is...

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Twin Cities group Sounds of Blackness releases new song encouraging people to vote

Sounds of Blackness has released a new song called “Get Off Ya Hands and Vote” ahead of the midterm elections. The post Twin Cities group Sounds of Blackness releases new song encouraging people to vo...

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No arrests after homicide in northeast Minneapolis

Police are investigating a death Sunday morning in northeast Minneapolis as a homicide. The post No arrests after homicide in northeast Minneapolis first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Molly says enjoy one last dry, summerlike day to finish out the weekend.

After record-breaking heat Saturday, we back-off a few degrees with our afternoon highs along with less wind for your Sunday afternoon. Expect an afternoon high of 87 with plenty of sunshine. Tomorrow...

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Twin Cities Film Festival

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

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Schmidt Fall Art Crawl

Schmidt Fall Art Crawl The post Schmidt Fall Art Crawl first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Why can FBI terrorism investigations take years? Former agent explains following Mall of America arrest

Why can FBI terrorism investigations take years? Former agent explains following Mall of America arrest. The post Why can FBI terrorism investigations take years? Former agent explains following Mall ...

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Fame Ijeboi powers Purdue past Minnesota, 41-13

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. (AP) — Fame Ijeboi ran for a career-high 195 yards and three touchdowns to lead Purdue to a 41-13 win over Minnesota on Saturday night. Ijeboi, a Minnesota transfer who had 441 ya...

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Protest interrupts Minnesota GOP event

Protesters interrupted the Minnesota Republican Party's Lincoln Reagan Dinner on Friday night. The post Protest interrupts Minnesota GOP event first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Duncan McGuire scores stoppage-time goal for Dynamo in 2-2 tie with Minnesota

Duncan McGuire scored in stoppage time for the Houston Dynamo on Saturday night in a 2-2 tie with Minnesota United. Minnesota (7-12-9), which snapped a five-game losing streak, is winless in seven st...

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