>>Gun Violence Prevention Hearing Underway
(St. Paul, MN) – The first gun violence prevention working group hearing is underway at the Minnesota Senate Building. The group is made up of senators, both Republicans and Democrats. Today’s hearing will include 13 proposals ranging from banning assault rifles and binary triggers to firearm and school safety, and increasing the penalties for impersonating a police officer. Eight lawmakers are scheduled to unveil their proposals in what is expected to be a three-hour hearing. The next hearing to discuss these proposals is scheduled for Wednesday morning.
>>Concerning Message by Student Prompts Investigation by Clay County Sheriff’s Office
(Dilworth, MN) — Dilworth Glyndon Felton Schools says a concerning message shared with a small group of friends this weekend triggered an investigation by the sheriff’s office. Superintendent Shannon Hunstad, in a message to families, says the message was first reported to the School Resource Officer. Clay County Sheriff’s Office investigated and determined that there was no credible threat to student or staff safety. Hunstad says the schools remain safe and both sites are open today.
>>2 Arrested in St. Louis County Home Burglary
(St. Louis County, MN) — Two suspects are in custody after a residential burglary in St. Louis County this weekend. Deputies say a home and barn in Fredenberg Township were broken into on Saturday while the owners were out of town. Three firearms and ammunition were stolen, and significant damage was reported. The suspect vehicle was found nearby. Both the driver and passenger were arrested after a brief chase. Both suspects face first-degree burglary charges.
>>Lieutenant Governor Flanagan Touts Endorsement of Markey for US Senate
(St. Louis Park, MN) — Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is touting the endorsement of Massachusetts Senator Ed Markey in her run for U-S Senate. Flanagan’s campaign says Markey is a pillar of the progressive movement and has spent his entire career taking on special interests on behalf of working people. Flanagan also has the endorsements of fellow progressives, including U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, former U.S. Senator Al Franken, and Attorney General Keith Ellison. Flanagan and Congresswoman Angie Craig are the frontrunners for the DFL nomination next year.
>>Missing Man with Dementia Found Safe
(Tower, MN) — A missing man with dementia is safe after a search south of Tower in St. Louis County. Deputies say seventy-six-year-old Timothy Kotzian walked away from his home on Sunday afternoon. He was last seen on the Prospector’s Trail. Multiple agencies joined the search, and Kotzian was found uninjured and reunited with his family.
>>2 Dead, 1 Injured in Minneapolis Shooting
(Minneapolis, MN) — Minneapolis police are investigating two separate shootings early Sunday that left two people dead and one injured. Officials say a man died after being shot around 1:49 a.m., and another man was hurt. About six hours later, a woman was fatally shot in what may be a domestic incident. No arrests have been made in either case. Chief Brian O’Hara urges anyone with information to come forward.
>>Gas Prices Falling
(Undated) — Average gasoline prices in Minnesota have dropped by 8.9 cents per gallon over the past week, now averaging $3.03. Nationally, the average price of gasoline has declined by 3.6 cents, bringing it to $3.12 per gallon. Meanwhile, the national average price of diesel has fallen by 2.6 cents compared to last week, currently standing at $3.65 per gallon. According to GasBuddy, the seasonal switch to cheaper winter-blend gasoline begins tomorrow(Tues) across much of the country. The company anticipates that prices will continue to trend downward in the coming weeks—provided hurricane season remains quiet.
>>Minnesota Lottery Winners
(Roseville, MN) — There was a pair of lucky lottery winners in Minnesota on Saturday night. In the North 5 game, a winning ticket worth $125,309 was sold at a Holiday Station Store in Brainerd. In the Powerball game, a ticket worth $50,000 was sold at the Highland Park BP in St. Paul.
