>> Housing Crisis on Minnesota’s Reservations: Hiding in Plain Sight
(White Earth Reservation, MN) — The housing crisis on Minnesota’s Native American reservations is often invisible, yet deeply entrenched. According to a report from Wilder Research, although Native Americans make up just 2% of the state’s population, they represent a staggering 30% of homeless adults. Unlike the visible encampments in the Twin Cities, homelessness in greater Minnesota often takes the form of “couch hopping”, individuals moving between the homes of friends and relatives. For shelter workers in regional hubs like Bemidji, which serves White Earth and two nearby reservations, the findings come as no surprise. They witness the crisis daily. The report also highlights contributing factors such as substance abuse and mental health disorders, which not only increase vulnerability to homelessness but also create barriers to accessing shelter and securing stable housing.
>> “No Kings” Rallies Planned Across Minnesota
(Undated) — Demonstrations under the banner of “No Kings” are scheduled across Minnesota tomorrow(Sat), targeting what organizers describe as “increased authoritarian excesses and corruption” within President Trump’s administration. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is expected to speak at the Minneapolis rally, alongside other local and national voices. The event is part of a nationwide movement, with organizers estimating more than 2,500 rallies will take place across all 50 states this week. Millions of participants are anticipated.
>>Nashwauk Woman Pleads Guilty to Voting on Deceased Mother’s Ballot
(Nashwauk, MN) — A Nashwauk woman has pleaded guilty to submitting an absentee ballot for Donald Trump in her late mother’s name. Danielle Miller, 51, entered a Norgaard plea, saying she doesn’t recall the act but accepts the evidence. She was sentenced to three years’ probation, fined over $800, and ordered to read Thank You for Voting and write a ten-page essay on voting.
>>Suicide Suspected in Deadly Boathouse Fire on Lake Minnetonka
(Shorewood, MN) — Authorities continue to investigate a deadly boathouse fire on Lake Minnetonka in Shorewood. Officers called to the fire scene on Tuesday afternoon found a burned-out section of the dock and a body in the water. The South Minnetonka Police Department said investigators learned Thursday that the preliminary cause of death is listed as suicide. No further information is being released.
>>Woman Sentenced in Amish Buggy Crash That Killed 2 Children
(Preston, MN) — A former Stewartville woman faces four years in prison for a 2023 crash that killed two children riding in an Amish buggy. Prosecutors say Samantha Petersen was high on meth when her SUV hit the buggy near Stewartville, killing 7-year-old Wilma and 11-year-old Irma Miller. Two siblings were also seriously hurt. Petersen must pay nearly $40,000 in restitution. Her twin sister was also convicted and sentenced to 90 days in jail for lying to investigators and trying to take Petersen’s place.
>>Possibly Homeless Woman Missing from Carver County
(Carver County, MN) — Carver County deputies are searching for a missing, possibly homeless woman. 24-year-old Jade Donaldson was last seen in Minneapolis near Lake Street and was last heard from on September 16th. She’s described as being white, 5 feet 2 inches tall, weighing 100 to 125 pounds, with brown and dyed hair, and green eyes. Donaldson has tattoos on her arms and thighs and has large gauges in her ears.
>> Minnesota Health Care Costs Soaring
(Undated) — Health care costs in Minnesota are surging, and seniors are bearing the brunt. The Minnesota Aging Partnership, which assists older adults with Medicare questions, is now fielding a record 2,000 calls per day. This spike in concern comes as Medicare Advantage members face rising premiums, increased out-of-pocket spending, and fewer plan options. Around 200,000 Minnesotans are losing their Medicare Advantage coverage entirely. Another 200,000 could see double-digit premium hikes, unless they switch plans.
>>Minnesota Man Ordered to Stand Trial for L.A. Murder
(Los Angeles, CA) — A Minnesota man will stand trial for the brutal murder of a woman found stuffed inside her refrigerator in Los Angeles. Two years ago, police discovered the body of Maleesa Mooney during a welfare check at her downtown apartment. Investigators say there were clear signs of torture and a violent struggle. On Thursday, a judge ruled there is enough evidence to proceed with the case against 41-year-old Magnus Daniel Humphrey of Hopkins. Prosecutors say Mooney, who friends described as a sex worker, had recently started seeing Humphrey, and the two were reportedly infatuated with each other. They also say Humphrey previously threatened a former girlfriend.
>>BPD Search for Missing Man
(Brooklyn Park, MN) — Brooklyn Park police are searching for a missing 49-year-old man. Daniel Imholte was last seen leaving on foot around 8:45 a.m. Thursday. He’s described as white-Hispanic, five feet ten inches tall, 173 pounds, with black hair and brown eyes. Imholte was last seen wearing red shorts, a black t-shirt with graffiti writing, a black and beige jacket, a blue baseball cap, and a black backpack.
>>Gopher Hockey Renews Rivalry with North Dakota in Grand Forks
(Grand Forks, ND) — The University of Minnesota and North Dakota men’s hockey teams renew their rivalry tonight (Fri) in Grand Forks. The eighth-ranked Fighting Hawks and number 13 Golden Gophers are playing a two-game weekend series at Ralph Engelstad Arena. Minnesota and North Dakota had many epic battles in the old W-C-H-A conference. The Gophers are coming off a loss and a shoot-out tie to Boston College. U-N-D opened the season with a sweep of St. Thomas last weekend.
