>>Thousands Expected at MOA for Black Friday Deals (Bloomington, MN) – Thousands of shoppers are expected at the Mall of America this morning for Black Friday. M-O-A vice president Jill Renslow says, “It has become a tradition for so many families. So we love to see our frequent visitors that come from the local area […]
Minnesota Afternoon Report 11-13-23
>>Klobuchar sending condolences to loved ones of MN soldier killed in Mediterranean helicopter flight (Washington, DC) — Senator Amy Klobuchar is sending condolences to the loved ones of a Minnesota soldier, one of those killed in a helicopter flight in the Mediterranean Sea, calling him “the very best of us.” Officials say there are no […]
Midday Headlines November 9th, 2023
>>Phillips Files for Democratic Presidential Primary in South Carolina (Columbia, SC) — Congressman Dean Phillips is now on the primary ballot in at least two early presidential primary states. Minnesota’s 3rd district representative officially filed Wednesday for South Carolina’s first-in-the-nation presidential vote on February 3rd. Phillips has already filed for the New Hampshire Democratic primary […]
Morning Headlines November 6th, 2023
>>All Sides Await Rulings in Minnesota Election Cases (St. Paul, MN) — Stakeholders are waiting for judges’ rulings in two high-profile election cases in Minnesota after last week’s developments. The Minnesota Court of Appeals ruled that Mille Lacs County District Judge Matthew Quinn overstepped his authority when he told convicted felons at sentencing that they […]
Morning Headlines October 31st, 2023
>>First Snowfall Arrives in Central and Southern Minnesota (Chanhassen, MN) — Folks in parts of central and southern Minnesota are waking up to the first snowfall of the season. The National Weather Service reports about an inch on the ground in the Twin Cities and a dusting of snow in several areas. Payne in St. […]
Midday News Headlines October 30th, 2023
>>Walz to Sign Order Eliminating Degree Requirement for State Jobs (St. Paul, MN) — Governor Tim Walz is signing an executive order today (Mon 1:30 pm) to eliminate four-year college degree requirements for more than 75 percent of state government jobs. His office says the move will open job opportunities for more people, expand the […]
Morning Headlines 10-27-23
>>Phillips to Kick Off Presidential Campaign in New Hampshire (Concord, NH) — Minnesota 3rd District Congressman Dean Phillips will jump into the race for president today (Fri 10am) in New Hampshire, challenging President Joe Biden for the Democratic nomination. Phillips said on social media, “I am excited to announce my candidacy for President in 2024. […]
Mid-Day Briefs
>>Moorhead Man Indicted in Death of his Mother (Moorhead, MN) — A Clay County grand jury has indicted 25-year-old James Kollie on several charges in connection with the December death of his mother in Moorhead. Kollie was previously charged with 2nd-degree murder with intent in the December 1st stabbing death of 56-year-old Receia Kollie. This […]
State Fair announces new foods for 2021
Get ready for some new food at the Great Minnesota Get Back Together: Banh Minn Bun and Banh Minn Bowl: Asian-inspired sausage in a crusty French baguette with Sister’s Sriracha sauce, shredded and pickled carrot, radish, chopped jalapeño and a sprig of fresh cilantro. The bunless bowl starts with a five-grain blend and is topped […]
Top Five 2020 Weather Events in Minnesota
Here are the results of voting for the top five weather events of 2020 from the Minnesota State Climatology Office. Votes were cast from various weather enthusiasts including the National Weather Service, the University of Minnesota, State agencies, and Facebook followers. #5 Easter Sunday Winter Storm: April 12, 2020 For the third year in a row, […]