>>Man Sentenced to 28 Years for Mower County Murder
(Austin, MN) — A Mower County court has sentenced a man for his role in a deadly drive-by shooting in 2023 in Austin. Cham Obang Oman was sentenced to just over 28 years in prison for aiding and abetting second-degree murder and two accounts of aiding and abetting attempted murder. The shooting killed one person and injured two others who were in another vehicle. Prosecutors say Oman was the driver of the vehicle and purchased an extended magazine for the convicted shooter.
>>Woman and Girl Suffer Severe Burns in North Mankato Fire
(North Mankato, MN) — Two people are being treated at the Hennepin Healthcare Burn Center following a fire this morning in North Mankato. Residents were still inside the home as heavy smoke and flames were showing from the second floor. Firefighters rescued a 41-year-old woman and a 12-year-old girl with severe burns. They were taken to a Mankato hospital and then airlifted to Minneapolis. Police officers helped four others get out safely. No word on the cause of the fire.
>>St. Cloud Stabbing Suspect Turns Himself In to Montana Authorities
(St. Cloud, MN) — A St. Cloud man wanted for stabbing a woman multiple times has turned himself in to authorities. The St. Cloud Police Department says 42-year-old George Harris turned himself in to law enforcement in Montana and is awaiting extradition back to the Stearns County Jail. George is accused of stabbing the woman multiple times on Sunday, August 31st. The victim was critically injured and rushed to St. Cloud Hospital for treatment. Police say Harris and the victim know each other and that Harris had fled the scene by the time officers arrived. There is no update on the woman’s condition.
>>Suspects ID’d in Duluth Home Burglary
(St. Louis County, MN) — The two suspects in custody for a residential burglary near Duluth have been identified. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office says 18-year-old Cayden Pappas of Cloquet and 26-year-old Damian Coon of Duluth face first-degree burglary charges. Deputies responded to a home and barn that were broken into on Saturday while the owners were out of town. Three firearms and other items were stolen, and significant damage was reported. The suspect vehicle was found nearby, and both suspects were arrested after a brief chase.
>>Rep. Angie Craig Votes Against GOP’s Short-Term Government Funding Bill
(Washington, D.C.) — Congresswoman Angie Craig is pushing back against a Republican-led short-term government funding bill. The Minnesota Democrat says she voted “no” today, citing concerns for the 140,000 Minnesotans who could lose their health insurance under the GOP budget plan. Craig also pointed to rural clinics and hospitals already shutting down across the state. She states, “After the damage done by the Republicans’ ‘Big Ugly Bill,’ I refuse to support another stopgap measure that fails everyday Americans.” Craig says she’s standing firm against what she calls attacks on working Minnesotans and vows to keep fighting for middle-class families.
>>Lawmakers, Nonprofits Urge Minnesotans to Act on Solar Tax Credits
(St. Paul, MN) — Today, from noon to 2 p.m., state leaders and nonprofits are urging Minnesotans to act before federal solar tax credits expire on December 31st. The Governor’s Office and Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light say homeowners, nonprofits, and faith groups can still access up to 30% in federal rebates, but must move quickly before new restrictions take effect next year. Officials are also celebrating a new community solar project at Celtic Junction Arts Center in St. Paul. Organizers say the project, backed by the Minnesota Climate Innovation Finance Authority, shows how communities can save money while going green.
>>Salvation Army Kicks Off Coats for Kids Drive
(Twin Cities, MN) — The Salvation Army’s annual “Coats for Kids” campaign to collect winter gear for children in need across the Twin Cities is underway. Rising costs for food, gas, and housing mean many families are struggling to afford warm clothing this year. Organizers say new or gently used coats, along with hats, mittens, boots, and snow pants, can be dropped off at Salvation Army service centers and Twin Cities Livea Weight Control Centers through Saturday, October 11th. Donations can also be made at GiveCoats.org, where just $25 provides a new coat for a local child.
