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3 firefighters injured, 2 residents displaced after Minneapolis house fire
Three Minneapolis firefighters were injured Monday afternoon in a house fire that displaced two people. The post 3 firefighters injured, 2 residents displaced after Minneapolis house fire first appear...
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Quieter evening, then storm chances return by Thursday – Chris
Good Tuesday evening! After scattered severe storms moved through parts of Minnesota Monday evening, today has been much quieter and more comfortable. We’re back to a more seasonable pattern, with sun...
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Interview with the cast of Dirty Dancing at the Ordway
Nearly 39 years after Dirty Dancing first swept audiences off their feet in theaters, the beloved story is back and more electric than ever as a live musical. The North American launch landed right he...
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8/18 Host Chat
It’s our Dirty Dancing show! Dirty Dancing got the world interested in dance but there are a lot of terms to learn. Producer Betsy quizzes the hosts on dance terms. The post 8/18 Host Chat first appea...
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Minneapolis asks for help after 5 copper wire thefts hit street lights
Minneapolis is asking neighbors to watch for copper wire thieves after repeated street light thefts in several neighborhoods. The city said thieves have hit street lights in Minneapolis neighborhoods,...
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‘It is time to start ending fraud’: Lisa Demuth unveils new crackdown plan
Republican‑endorsed governor candidate Lisa Demuth on Tuesday outlined a series of proposals she said would crack down on fraud inside Minnesota’s Department of Human Services (DHS), arguing taxpayers...
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Charges: Man tried to fire gun at second Eagan officer after first shot missed
A man who fired his gun toward a police officer tried to shoot at a second officer during a contentious arrest Saturday in Eagan, charging documents state. The post Charges: Man tried to fire gun at s...
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Woman dies in Stearns County motorcycle crash
A woman in her 50s was found dead after crashing in a Stearns County ditch on Sunday evening. The post Woman dies in Stearns County motorcycle crash first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Wisconsin Emergency Management
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Falcon Heights continues State Fair parking program into 2nd year, citing safety and tax benefits
Falcon Heights is bringing back its mobile paid parking program for the Minnesota State Fair. The post Falcon Heights continues State Fair parking program into 2nd year, citing safety and tax benefits...
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American Idol Across America
American Idol Across America. The post American Idol Across America first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Isolated T-Showers mainly southeast of Twin Cities otherwise nice day with next Chance for T-Storms on Thursday.
Parts of the Twin Cities in the suburbs west of downtown Minneapolis picked up .50″ to 1.50″ of Rainfall from the T-Storms just after the Midnight hour while many of the eastern suburbs picked up noth...
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Justice Department pushes to revive criminal case against Kilmar Abrego Garcia
The Justice Department is pushing to revive criminal charges against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. In a filing with the 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals on late Monday, prosecutors say U.S. District Judge Wa...
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Minnesota AG to file lawsuit to bring ICE agent back to Minnesota
Minnesota’s attorney general is suing to bring a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent charged in a Minneapolis shooting back to the state. The post Minnesota AG to file lawsuit to bring ICE ...
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Disney sues FCC over ABC broadcast license review
Disney has filed a lawsuit against the FCC, alleging a violation of its First Amendment rights amid a broadcast license review. The post Disney sues FCC over ABC broadcast license review first appeare...
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Disney sues FCC over challenge to broadcast licenses, claiming retaliation over ‘Jimmy Kimmel’
Disney has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration’s Federal Communications Commission alleging a violation of its First Amendment rights. Tuesday's lawsuit comes after FCC Chairman Brendan C...
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What to wear to the Minnesota State Fair
Kelli Hanson checks out the local brands to try for the State Fair this season. The post What to wear to the Minnesota State Fair first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Minnesota to Mediterranean Walleye Dinner
JD Fratzke, corporate chef at Daly & Deroma, takes a Minnesota walleye dish and gives it Mediterranean flair. The post Minnesota to Mediterranean Walleye Dinner first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewit...
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Feeding Our Future defendant facing more jail time for witness tampering
A Lakeville man tied to the Feeding Our Future fraud scheme is set to receive more prison time on Tuesday after he pled guilty to tampering with a witness during his wire fraud trial that involved mor...
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Walz halts mining permits near Minnesota Boundary Waters
Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has taken executive action to stop certain state mining near the Boundary Waters. The post Walz halts mining permits near Minnesota Boundary Waters first appeared on KSTP.c...
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The Might Tonka Company Movie
Few toys have left a mark on American childhood quite like the iconic, unmistakable Tonka Truck. A brand-new documentary is bringing the beloved story of this iconic toy to life. Producer David Howell...
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Finding and Living out Your Purpose
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed can make it hard to see what truly matters most in life. Entrepreneur and keynote speaker Amanda Brinkman stopped by to help viewers connect the dots to finding and living...
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Women’s Drum Center in St. Paul
Kristin takes us to the Women’s Drum Center where women in St. Paul encourage you to try your hand at drumming. The post Women’s Drum Center in St. Paul first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Austin Former Pilot Takes Final Flight at 85
A heartwarming story out of Austin captured the spirit of one remarkable man who never let his dreams stay grounded. At 85 years old, former pilot Lew Schaar soared through the skies one final time af...
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Trivia Tuesday: Wabasha County
Paul and Megan are tested on their knowledge of Wabasha County in Minnesota. The post Trivia Tuesday: Wabasha County first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Tuesday forecast: Partly sunny, chance for showers
Tuesday forecast: Partly sunny, chance for showers The post Tuesday forecast: Partly sunny, chance for showers first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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Ken Barlow is forecasting just a few showers today
Good Tuesday morning! A few showers and an isolated thunderstorm are still possible today, but it will not rain all day. While there may be an isolated severe storm today across far Southern MN, no wi...
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Josh Bell has early 2-run double and Twins bullpen makes lead hold up for 4-2 win over Braves
Josh Bell’s two-run double started the scoring in a four-run first inning, and the Minnesota Twins held on to beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Tuesday night. The first six batters reached against Atlant...
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Secretary of State speaks on poll location recordings, defends voter vouching law
Secretary of State Steve Simon is speaking out about a group behind undercover videos recorded on Primary Election Day. The post Secretary of State speaks on poll location recordings, defends voter vo...
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Watch: Defending Class 5A state champs Spring Lake Park begin football practices
The Spring Lake Park High School football team had their first official practice of the 2026 season on Monday. The defending Class 5A state champions graduated 30 seniors, including 18 starters from t...
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Minnesota federal judge blocks DOJ demand for unredacted voter registration data
On Monday, a federal judge for the U.S. District of Minnesota dismissed a lawsuit from the federal government demanding that the Minnesota Secretary of State hand over all undedacted voter rolls. The ...
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Strong storms for some through tonight – Chris
Good Monday evening! We’ve seen scattered severe storms across parts of Minnesota this evening, with some storms producing hail as large as tennis balls. Additional thunderstorms remain possible tonig...
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Minnesota AG charges 2 in $1.5M Medicaid fraud scheme
Attorney General Keith Ellison announced on Monday that his Medicaid Fraud Control Unit (MFCU) has charged two separate cases alleging over $1.5 million in fraud against the Medicaid program. The post...
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Minneapolis mayor, park board at odds over consolidation
Minneapolis leaders are split over whether consolidating park board services with the city could help close a $60 million budget gap. The post Minneapolis mayor, park board at odds over consolidation ...
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Rising costs to develop affordable housing in the Twin Cities prompt new calls to ‘do better’
5 INVESTIGATES found high per-unit costs are common at taxpayer-subsidized developments and are a source of controversy and frustration in a decades-long debate about how to resolve an affordable hous...
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Advocates say sex trafficking happens everywhere in Minnesota, not just cities
Advocates say a high-profile case involving an assistant Anoka County attorney is drawing new attention to how widespread sex trafficking is across Minnesota. The post Advocates say sex trafficking ha...
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Beyond the loss: How Minnesota schools are trying to prevent the next student suicide
Brainerd Public Schools Superintendent Chip Rankin lost two of his district's middle school students over the summer, just as he started as the district's new superintendent. Now, his district is laun...
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Should some past cases be reviewed as ex-Anoka County prosecutor faces sex trafficking charges? Law expert says yes.
A former Anoka County assistant attorney charged in a sex trafficking case was working for the county during the years the alleged operation was going on, Hennepin County prosecutors confirmed on Mond...
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New survey shows Dakota County voters are willing to pay more taxes to keep services
Dakota County is considering significant levy increases and cuts to staff and services for next year's budget. The post New survey shows Dakota County voters are willing to pay more taxes to keep serv...
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A man’s body was found in the Mississippi River. The sheriff’s office wants more info on who he was.
Last week, a man's body was found in the Mississippi River near Inver Grove Heights. Now, the Dakota County Sheriff's Office is asking for help to learn more about him. The post A man’s body was found...
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Rolling indie bookstore tour “The Book Bus by Citrus & Co.”
Picture this — you hop on a bus, but instead of heading to work, you're embarking on the ultimate bookworm adventure through the Twin Cities. Citrus and Co dreamed up the Book Bus Tour, and it's quick...
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Nutritious Breakfasts for the Fair
Before you dive into all the delicious food on a stick at the State Fair, you are going to want to make sure you have a great breakfast to power you through the day. Emily Maxson, author of Real......
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5 Stress-Free State Fair Moves
The beloved Minnesota State Fair is just 10 days away, and the excitement is already building across the Twin Cities. While the fair is an absolute blast, the big crowds, busy traffic and packed sched...
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8/17 Host Chat
Ben and Elizabeth give us a recap of their weekends. The post 8/17 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....
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8/14 Movie Trip
Paul McGuire Grimes, creator of Paul’s Trip to the Movies, gives us his review of a movie on Netflix and a series new season. DON’T STAY GOOD LUCK (Netflix) Sometimes all you need after a long day is ...
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County attorney: More victims likely in sprawling sex trafficking scheme
The Hennepin County Attorney's Office revealed new details on a sprawling sex trafficking scheme, which includes a former Anoka County assistant attorney among its alleged conspirators. The post Count...
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US school vaccination rates inch down yet again and exemptions reach record high
U.S. kindergarten vaccination rates have declined again, with exemptions reaching a record high. Federal data released Monday shows 4.2% of children are exempted from vaccine requirements, up from 3.6...
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Canadian man arrested in Alexandria for reporting fake kidnapping
A Canadian man was arrested in Alexandria on Saturday after police say he reported a false abduction with a gun in Winnipeg. The post Canadian man arrested in Alexandria for reporting fake kidnapping ...
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Chaska City Council to vote on allowing drinking at certain downtown events
The Chaska City Council is considering whether to approve a liquor license for a series of events in the city's downtown area this fall and winter. The post Chaska City Council to vote on allowing dri...
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Justice Department creates a new pathway to restore gun rights for some convicted of felonies
The Justice Department has finalized a rule that will pave the way for people who’ve been barred from owning firearms because of criminal convictions to apply to have their gun rights reinstated. The ...
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