>>Minnesota AG Sues TikTok Over Harm to Youth
(St. Paul, MN) — Attorney General Keith Ellison filed a lawsuit today(Tues) against TikTok Inc., accusing the company of violating Minnesota’s consumer protection laws and harming young users’ mental health. The suit claims TikTok intentionally designed its platform to be addictive, exploiting young people’s developmental vulnerabilities to boost profits. Features like TikTok LIVE and virtual currencies are cited as contributing to exploitation and excessive use. Ellison’s office links TikTok’s rise to growing rates of depression and anxiety among Minnesota youth. A recent survey found 54% of 11th graders felt depressed several days a week, and nearly 70% reported frequent anxiety.
>>Moorhead Police Arrest Teen Suspect in Drive-By Shooting
(Moorhead, MN) — Police arrested a 17-year-old early this morning(Tues) in connection with a June 19th drive-by shooting that left another teen seriously injured. Officers stopped a vehicle around 12:30 a.m. for an equipment violation. During the stop, they identified the 17-year-old passenger as the suspect wanted on a nationwide warrant issued after the shooting. The driver, 18-year-old Azarel Chappell of Moorhead, was also arrested for carrying a handgun without a permit and improper handling of a firearm. Authorities are still searching for a second suspect and a white Chrysler 300 believed to be involved.
>>77-Year-Old Man Found Following Search in Kandiyohi County Woods
(Sunburg, MN) — Kandiyohi County authorities report a man who was lost in the woods for several hours near Sunburg was found safely Monday night after an extensive search. Deputies say the 77-year-old man from New London and a 76-year-old Spicer man were checking out deer stands when their A-T-V got stuck. The Spicer man left on foot to get help, and they got separated. The sheriff’s department was alerted that the New London man had been missing for more than three hours and had a medical condition. A drone later spotted the man, and he was taken to the hospital, treated, and released.
>>Mankato Man Sentenced to 30 Years for Fatal Cannabis Deal Shooting
(Mankato, MN) — A Mankato man is sentenced to more than 30 years in prison for a fatal shooting during a cannabis vape cartridge deal last December. Prosecutors say 19-year-old Guenther Boone Junior received a 367-month sentence for the shooting death of 31-year-old Darious Johnson. Police said Boone shot Johnson in the head while Johnson was trying to buy vape carts. He was indicted for first-degree murder but pleaded guilty to a second-degree murder charge.
>>Walleye Limit Set to Increase on Mille Lacs Lake
(Milaca, MN) — The walleye limit on Mille Lacs Lake will increase from two to three starting Saturday, August 23, through November 30. Size rules remain unchanged; anglers can keep fish 17 inches or longer, but only one over 20 inches. DNR Fisheries Manager Brad Parsons says the goal is to protect the walleye population while staying within the state’s harvest share. He says a slower bite this year allows anglers to take home an extra fish. As of July 31, anglers had harvested just 23.5% of their 113,600-pound allocation. Officials say abundant perch and cisco hatches last year created plenty of natural forage, leading to slower fishing and fewer anglers on the lake this season.
>>Governor Walz to Lead Trade Mission to Europe
(St. Paul, MN) — Governor Tim Walz will lead a trade mission to Switzerland and Germany from November 15th to 21st, aimed at boosting Minnesota’s exports and attracting foreign investment. The delegation will visit Zürich, Düsseldorf, and Berlin to promote Minnesota as a hub for innovation and business. Switzerland, Minnesota’s 22nd largest export market in 2024, offers a strong environment for partnerships in biotech, medtech, and renewable energy. Germany, the state’s 8th largest export market, remains a key player in sectors like agriculture, cleantech, and higher education. For more information, head online to mn.gov.
>>Dollar General Recalls Coffee for Glass Presence
(Undated) — Dollar General is recalling three of its eight-ounce Clover Valley Instant Coffees due to potential glass presence. The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) says packages affected were sold and distributed between July 9th and July 21st exclusively in Dollar General retail stores nationwide. Packages of the coffee with lot numbers L-5163, L-5164, and L-5165 with best-by dates of 12-14-2026 should be discarded. Consumers are encouraged to contact Dollar General by email or phone to request a full refund.
