Officials in Pine County are asking for the public’s help in locating a missing hunter in the Nemadji Forest. 59-year-old David Peltier was reported missing Sunday just before noon. Anyone who sees Peltier, or who has information about his whereabouts is urged to call 9-1-1.
Commerce Dept warns of deceptive Medicare ads (AUDIO)
In the wake of a recent federal law change involving Medicare, the Commerce Department’s Ross Corson says they’ve received some complaints about potentially misleading or deceptive advertisements and sales solicitations, and “we are urging Medicare shoppers to be alert for deceptive advertising.” Corson says if you’re looking for Medicare on the Internet, “make sure that you […]
JCRC of MN & Dakotas condemns attack in Pittsburgh (AUDIO)
The Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC) is condemning the shooting at Tree of Life Congregation in Pittsburgh–which left 11 dead and several more wounded. The JCRC’s Steve Hunegs says “it was a heinious, dastardly terrorist attack made worse if possible, by the by the fact that it targeted people at […]
A-G Swanson calls for distracted driving reforms (AUDIO)
Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson is calling on state lawmakers to enact legislation to require hands-free only cell phone use while driving, increase penalties for texting and driving and require license suspension for repeat offenders. Swanson was joined by family members of distracted driving victims, law enforcement members, business leaders and others today as she […]
Sen Klobuchar on explosive devices: “not acceptable in America”; Senate on high alert (AUDIO)
A nationwide investigation is underway after pipe bomb devices were sent to several prominent Democrats and CNN’s newsroom. U-S Senator Amy Klobuchar says it’s “completely not acceptable in America to have people threatened with actual explosive devices no matter what political party they belong to or which side of the aisle they are.” Klobuchar, who […]
State voting machines being tested for accuracy
Accuracy testing of state voting machines is underway ahead of next month’s elections. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon was in St. Louis Park today to observe such a test. He says it’s “an important part of Minnesota election law. We have these public accuracy tests before every election, and it’s an opportunity for members […]
It’s Cyber Security Awareness Month in MN (AUDIO)
It’s “Cyber Security Awareness Month” in Minnesota. State officials are reminding Internet users to watch for scams aimed at gathering information about your identity or finances. MNIT Services Communications Director Cambray Crozier says you don’t have to be a computer expert to create a strong password or to spot phishing attempts to harvest your personal […]
Hennepin Co Attny: Convictions could be dismissed after Eden Prairie officer lied about search warrant
The Hennepin County Attorney’s office today announced several cases will be reopened due to alleged police misconduct involving a single officer. Chief Deputy David Brown says Eden Prairie detective Travis Serafin falsified a search warrant for a vehicle in a drug-murder case last year that resulted in prison time for the suspect. Brown today called Serafin’s […]
Sec of State Simon on early voting in MN: “best week so far” (AUDIO)
Early voting in Minnesota continues to be on the rise. Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon says “this is the best week yet, so far. The bottom line is this–if you look at the comparable date four years ago–2014 the last mid-term or non-presidential election, we are now 209% above where we were then in terms […]
Missing Iowa vulnerable adult may be in Minneapolis
Authorities are looking for assistance in locating a missing Mason City, Iowa man last seen boarding a bus to Minneapolis on October 1st. 27-year-old Alonzo Higgins was due to return home last Friday, but did not arrive. Alonzo, who is autistic, may be staying in a homeless shelter and may have participated in some type […]