>>Memorial Day Ceremony Scheduled For Fort Snelling Today
(Fort Snelling, MN) — State officials in Minnesota honor military members with ceremonies at the state’s four veteran cemeteries. The events aim to pay tribute to living veterans and those who sacrificed while serving their countries. Additionally, a ceremony is set to take place this morning at Fort Snelling National Cemetery, with Governor Walz and Senator Amy Klobuchar scheduled to speak at the event.
>>Kids, Adults Rescued After Kayaks, Canoes Capsize In Cannon River
(Rice County, MN) — The Rice County Sheriff’s Office says no one was injured after a group of canoes and kayaks capsized on the Cannon River. Three adults and six young people were going from Two Rivers Park in Faribault to Northfield on Saturday. Two canoes got tangled with some trees floating in the river and overturned, and a young person in a kayak also capsized while trying to help. Those in the water held on to the trees until they were rescued. The sheriff’s office says everyone in the group was wearing life jackets.
>> 4 Injured In Shooting
(St. Paul, MN) — North St. Paul police are seeking assistance in investigating a shooting that left four people injured during a gathering at Casey Lake Park. The incident occurred late Saturday night, with shots being fired while a group of around 60 people had gathered at the park. Although a high school graduation celebration was happening nearby, police clarified that the shooting and the party were separate events. The injured individuals, including a 17-year-old boy and two 24-year-old women, are all expected to recover from their injuries. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and interviewing witnesses to identify the perpetrators, believed to be at least three shooters.
>>2 Corrections Officers Assaulted at Stillwater State Prison
(Bayport, MN) — The Stillwater state prison is still on lockdown in response to an assault Saturday that sent two corrections officers to the hospital. The Minnesota Department of Corrections says an officer was attacked by an incarcerated person, and another inmate and officer intervened. A third inmate then jumped in and began assaulting the second corrections officer. Investigators say the two officers were treated for their injuries and later released. The two inmates were transported to the maximum security Oak Park Heights prison and could face felony assault charges.
>>Suspect Suffers Serious Knife Wound in Morrison County Traffic Stop
(Pierz, MN) — A man is hospitalized with a severe stab wound after a traffic stop involving a Morrison County sheriff’s deputy near Pierz. The sheriff’s office says the driver was pulled over late Saturday for suspicion of speeding and D-U-I. The report says the deputy informed the man that he was being arrested when a struggle ensued, and the suspect was injured with a knife. The man was airlifted to the hospital with serious injuries. Video of the incident has been turned over to the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).
>> Mother Considered Hero For Saving Son’s Life In Critical Condition
(Minneapolis, MN) — A Minneapolis mother, who tragically died after being shot while driving her son to the hospital, was remembered by the community. The mother and her 2-year-old son were shot in an alleyway in Minneapolis, with police investigating the incident as a homicide. Despite her injuries, the mother managed to drive her son to the hospital before passing away three days later. The community gathered to honor the mother, urging anyone with information to come forward. The case remains under investigation as the community mourns the loss of the Ecuadorian immigrant mother.
>>Timberwolves Lose 3rd Straight to Mavericks in NBA West Finals
(Dallas, TX) — The Timberwolves trail the Mavericks three games to none in the Western Conference Finals following a 116-107 loss Sunday night in Dallas. Luka Doncic (don-chitch) and Kyrie Irving scored 33 points each to lead the Mavs. Anthony Edwards had 26 points, 10 assists, and nine rebounds in the loss for Minnesota. The Wolves face elimination in Game 4 Tuesday night at American Airlines Center. No N-B-A team has ever returned to win a playoff series after trailing 3-0.