>>Three Found Dead Inside Inver Grove Heights Home
(Inver Grove Heights, MN) – Police in Inver Grove Heights are investigating after three people were found dead inside a home Sunday. Officers were called to the 3200 block of 78th Street East for a welfare check and discovered the bodies inside the residence. Authorities have not released details about the causes of death or whether all three people lived at the home. Police say there is no known threat to the public. The identities of the deceased have not been released, with more information expected in the coming days.
>>Minnesota Supreme Court Rejects Lindell Recount Bid
(Undated) – The Minnesota Supreme Court has rejected MyPillow founder Mike Lindell’s request for a full recount in the Republican primary for governor. Lindell lost the August 11th primary to Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth by about 45-thousand votes. In a ruling issued Saturday, the court said state election officials followed Minnesota law in developing the recount plan. Lindell says he plans to appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court and is seeking election records from all 87 Minnesota counties as part of his own investigation.
>>Experts Say Back-to-School Anxiety Common for Students
(Undated) – As students prepare to head back to the classroom, University of Minnesota experts say anxiety is a normal part of the transition. Psychiatrist Dr. Katie Lingras says changes to routines, new schools, and uncertainty about the year ahead can all create stress for children. She says anxiety often appears through behavior changes, stomach aches, headaches, or sleep problems rather than verbal complaints. Lingras recommends easing back into school-year routines before classes begin and providing reassurance and consistency at home to help children feel more secure.
>>Minnesota Settlement With Meta Could Grow
(Undated) – Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says the state’s more than 300-million-dollar settlement with Meta may be only the beginning. Ellison says other social media companies, including YouTube and TikTok, are also facing legal scrutiny over the impact their platforms may have on children. He says additional settlements could bring even more money to Minnesota, and Meta could increase its payment if other companies reach similar agreements. The settlement also requires Meta to make changes to features and practices aimed at younger users.
>> Flanagan Criticizes New U.S.-Canada Tariff Threats
(Undated) – A renewed trade dispute between the United States and Canada could have impacts in Minnesota. President Trump has announced new 50-percent tariffs on Canadian goods, prompting Canada to threaten matching tariffs of its own. DFL U.S. Senate candidate Peggy Flanagan says the move could hurt Minnesota farmers, Iron Range communities, and consumers. She called the trade fight unnecessary, noting even products like hockey sticks could be affected. Canada says the tariffs will take effect September 8th unless the U.S. withdraws its plan.
>>DNR Urges Minnesotans to Water Trees During Dry Conditions
(Undated) – With drought conditions affecting much of Minnesota, the Department of Natural Resources is encouraging residents to give their trees a drink. The DNR says newly planted trees are especially vulnerable and should receive 15 to 25 gallons of water each week during extended dry periods. Officials say established trees can also benefit from supplemental watering to reduce stress and help prevent damage from insects and disease. The DNR recommends watering slowly, mulching properly, and checking local watering restrictions to help keep community trees healthy.
