>>IGH Search for Missing Woman with Possible Dementia
(Inver Grove Heights, MN) — Inver Grove Heights police are searching for a missing woman who is showing signs of early-onset dementia. 63-year-old Nancy Hannah was reported missing on Monday. She is described as white, 5 feet 2 inches tall, 90 pounds, with gray hair and blue eyes. Officials say Nancy has been wandering off more frequently, left with a red suitcase on roller wheels, and made a comment that she was going to a hotel nine miles away. She takes several medications that she left behind.
>>Duluth Police Arrest Fugitive for Possible Burglary
(Duluth, MN) — Duluth police arrested a fugitive juvenile on Monday after responding to a possible burglary. Officers arrested the boy after he fled the scene on foot. After giving police multiple fake names, investigators identified him as a suspect from Atlanta wanted for homicide, armed robbery, kidnapping, and other charges. He’s being held at Arrowhead Juvenile Center awaiting extradition to Georgia.
>>St. Paul Lab Federally Convicted of Animal Abuse
(St. Paul, MN) — A federal investigation has found a St. Paul lab guilty of animal abuse. According to a U.S.D.A. Federal Complaint and consent decision by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services (APHIS), records show Wuxti Apptec injured or killed dozens of rabbits and guinea pigs due to mishandling, botched euthanasia, and poor conditions. Ohio-based national watchdog group Stop Animal Exploitation Now! (SAEN) says the deaths were preventable and calls the lab’s practices illegal and “entirely preventable.”
>>Charges Filed in Mankato Frat House Arson Fire
(Mankato, MN) — A Mankato man is charged with first-degree arson for a fire Monday morning that damaged an MSU fraternity house. Blue Earth County prosecutors say 32-year-old Mitchell Thompson was caught on surveillance tape setting sheets on fire on the front porch. A witness reported seeing Thompson standing across the street at the time of the fire. Police said everyone got out safely thanks to a smoke detector. The Phi Kappa Psi fraternity house suffered $50,000 in damage.
>>Cloquet Man Arrested for Stealing Checks
(Carlton County, MN) — A 25-year-old Cloquet man faces multiple charges in connection with a string of mail thefts across Carlton County. The suspect, Chase Christian, was taken into custody after allegedly attempting to cash a stolen check. Investigators say Christian is linked to at least 14 victims in the Carlton, Wrenshall, Esko, and Cloquet areas. Authorities are working to contact those affected and believe there may be additional victims. If you suspect checks were stolen from your mailbox in these areas, you’re urged to contact the Carlton County Sheriff’s Office.
>>2 Arrested in Stolen Vehicle Pursuit in Alexandria
(Douglas County, MN) – A man and woman are in custody after a stolen vehicle pursuit shut down I-94 in Douglas County on Monday. Deputies say the driver fled westbound on the interstate near Evansville with a female passenger. After avoiding stop sticks, the vehicle was stopped with a PIT maneuver. Both suspects exited without incident after PepperBall munitions were deployed. They’re being held in the Douglas County Jail.
>>Education Minnesota Backs Gov. Walz Reelection Announcement
(St. Paul, MN) – Education Minnesota says it welcomes Governor Tim Walz’s announcement that he is seeking reelection in 2026. Union President Monica Byron said, “Governor Walz has been a steady supporter of educators and students through some of the most difficult years.” She called the governor a trustworthy ally and good friend to educators. Education Minnesota’s endorsement process for governor and other races will begin next month when they send a candidate questionnaire developed by Minnesota educators.
>>Sen. Champion Hosts Town Hall on AI Impact
(Minneapolis, MN) – Senator Bobby Joe Champion of Minneapolis is discussing how artificial intelligence is impacting daily life at a town hall tonight at 5:30 p.m. at the Urban Research and Outreach-Engagement Center. Followed by a presentation from the University of Minnesota’s AI and Data Science team, Champion says the meeting aims to address concerns about AI’s effect on jobs, education, and privacy.
>>House POCI Caucus Holding Mind, Body and Spirit Town Hall
(St. Paul, MN) – The Minnesota House People of Color and Indigenous (POCI) Caucus is hosting a Mind, Body, and Spirit Town Hall this week, joining other organizations. House POCI members will use the time to share legislative action they took last session to address health disparities in Black and Brown communities, and other health-related issues facing Minnesotans. The town hall will be held on Thursday night from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fellowship Missionary Baptist Church in Minneapolis.
>>Prescribed Burns Underway in Superior National Forest
(Duluth, MN) — Fire crews are conducting prescribed burns this week in the Gunflint and Tofte Ranger Districts of the eastern Superior National Forest. The goal is to reduce overgrown vegetation and lower the risk of severe wildfires. Burn operations will continue through December, weather permitting. Motorists near burn areas may see signs warning of smoke and fire crews. Burns on the forest’s western side will begin once conditions improve.
>>MDA Latest Rounds of Recalls
(Undated) — The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has released the latest round of food recalls. One Frozen LLC is voluntarily recalling certain lots of Good and Gather Southwest-Style Burrito Bowl Blend due to a possible shrimp contamination not declared on the ingredient label. Collectively, a.k.a. Chetak, is recalling several lots of Deep-branded frozen vegetable and fruit products due to possible Salmonella contamination. Gooder Food Incorporated is recalling five lots of Vegan Is Believin’—Plant-Based White Cheddar with Spirals due to possible milk contamination, which is not listed on the label. For specifics, check the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) website.
