>>Authorities Share Last Location of Missing Pine County Woman
(Pine County, MN) — The Pine County Sheriff’s Office is sharing the last location of an elderly woman gone missing last week. Deputies say 85-year-old Juanita Rosa, who was reported missing last Monday, was last seen in the Askov area, just 20 minutes north of Hinckley. She’s described as white, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 100 pounds, with long white hair and blue eyes. Juanita is driving a 2011 pearl white Buick LaCrosse with Minnesota license plate NBS-800.
>>Man, Dogs Injured in Austin Hit-and-Run
(Austin, MN) — Austin police are searching for a hit-and-run suspect that left a man and dog injured. Officers responded to the scene around 1 a.m. The victim, a 65-year-old man who was walking two dogs at the time of the incident, was brought to a hospital with significant injuries. Police say the injured dog will be seen by a veterinarian. A description of the suspect vehicle has yet to be released.
>>Gov. Walz Authorizes State Disaster Assistance
(St. Paul, MN) — Governor Tim Walz authorized state disaster assistance today for northwest and west central Minnesota for the severe summer storm aftermath. On June 21st, storms across the two areas caused major infrastructure damage, power outages, and hundreds of downed trees. The funding and public assistance will aid Beltrami, Cass, Clearwater, Hubbard, Mahnomen, Norman, and Todd Counties, and the White Earth Band of Chippewa.
>>COPAL Launches MN Latino Vote 2025
(Undated) — Communities Organizing Latin Power and Advocacy (COPAL) is officially launching its MN Latino Vote 2025. The nonpartisan campaign hopes to increase civic participation in Latin communities across the state ahead of local elections on Tuesday, November 5th. COPAL will provide residents with voter registration, local election education, and activation of non-eligible voters so they can help their eligible family and friends make it to the polls.
>>Wren Clair Sues KSTP-TV for Harassment and Retaliation
(Minneapolis, MN) — Meteorologist Wren Clair is suing KSTP-TV, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation during her seven-year tenure. The lawsuit claims Clair faced sexist remarks from colleagues and managers, including inappropriate comments about her appearance and qualifications. She says she was demoted and later fired after reporting the behavior. KSTP denies the claims, citing poor performance as the reason for her termination. Clair joined KARE 11 in May.
>>Public Briefing on Monticello Nuclear Exercise Planned for Tomorrow
(Monticello, MN) – The U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission will hold a public briefing tomorrow on the results of their recent simulated exercise at the Monticello Nuclear Generating Plant. The exercise was conducted on Tuesday. Experts will discuss how the Department of Public Safety and other state and county agencies responded to a simulated emergency. The public meeting is tomorrow at 10 a.m. at the Wright County Government Center in Buffalo.
>>SPARK Museum and Rochester Library Launch Free Pass Program
(Rochester, MN) – The Rochester Public Library is partnering with SPARK Children’s Museum to offer free admission passes to families. Library cardholders can now check out a pass good for up to six people, available at the main library or the bookmobile. The initiative aims to expand access to hands-on learning and play for local children and families.
>>Timberwolves Release 2025-26 Regular Season Schedule
(Minneapolis, MN) – The Minnesota Timberwolves will open the 2025-26 regular season on the road against the Portland Trail Blazers on Wednesday, October 22nd. The team launched its complete schedule today. The home opener will be Sunday, October 26th, when the Wolves host the Eastern Conference Champion Indiana Pacers. Minnesota will be featured on 28 nationally televised games during the 80-game season.
