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Park Picks: Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area

We’re exploring Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area located in central Minnesota. The post Park Picks: Cuyuna Country State Recreation Area first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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The William A. Irvin Haunted Experience

The legendary Duluth Haunted Ship is back, bringing its spine-tingling thrills aboard the iconic William A. Irvin for another unforgettable season. This decades-long tradition transforms the historic ...

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Water Tower Wednesday: Menahga

Minnesota Live viewer Jeff Kamrud shared his community’s water tower. The Menahga water tower is one of two in the city. The post Water Tower Wednesday: Menahga first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness...

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Club Science: Halloween

The Science Museum of Minnesota is transforming into something wildly unexpected this Friday with a costume contest, a live dance floor and dissections you can watch up close. Emma Filar and Dakota Ro...

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Conversations on Grief

Grief is one of life's most universal experiences, yet finding the right words or knowing when to reach out can still feel incredibly difficult. Melissa Lundquist, program director of the undergraduat...

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Dolores Huerta, influential labor leader, feminist and civil rights icon, dies at 96

Dolores Huerta has died. Her family says the United Farm Workers co-founder, civil rights icons and feminist activist died Wednesday at the age of 96. As a schoolteacher in California’s San Joaquin Va...

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FDA scientists opposed the Trump administration’s effort to ease peptides access

Food and Drug Administration scientists did not support an effort by President Donald Trump's administration to loosen rules on unproven peptide drugs. That's according to people familiar with the pol...

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Hennepin County Attorney charges political commenters for primary election vouching stunt

Two conservative political commenters have now been charged for their polling place impersonation in which they highlighted Minnesota's vouching laws during the state's primary election. The post Henn...

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Hennepin County Attorney announcing primary election conduct charges

Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty is announcing charges for primary election conduct during a press conference on Wednesday morning. The post Hennepin County Attorney announcing primary election ...

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The struggling burger chain Wendy’s gets a buyout offer from activist investor Nelson Peltz

Shares of Wendy’s jumped 15% at the opening bell after noted investor Nelson Peltz made an offer to buy the struggling burger chain. Wendy’s shares are down 25% in the past year following a years-long...

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Feeding Our Future ringleader Salim Said faces 40-year sentence in Minnesota fraud case

Convicted Feeding Our Future co-conspirator Salim Said will be sentenced on Wednesday for his role in what prosecutors describe as Minnesota's largest fraud scheme to date. The post Feeding Our Future...

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Ken Barlow has issued a Minnesota’s Weather Authority Alert for possible severe weather later today

Good Wednesday morning! Minnesota’s Weather Authority has issued an Alert for today due to possible severe thunderstorms this afternoon and early evening. A line of showers and thunderstorms will deve...

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Minnesota’s Weather Authority issues Alert for possible severe afternoon thunderstorms

Minnesota’s Weather Authority has issued an Alert due to strong afternoon thunderstorms. The post Minnesota’s Weather Authority issues Alert for possible severe afternoon thunderstorms first appeared ...

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At least 30 dead in crash between two trains in central Spain, media say

A high-speed train has slammed into another train that had stopped in central Spain, killing at least 30 people. The crash happened Wednesday in the province of Toledo, derailing two cars. Spanish aut...

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High-speed train hits stopped train in central Spain, killing at least 10

A high-speed train has crashed into the rear of another stopped train in central Spain, killing at least 10 people. Authorities say Wednesday morning's crash in Toledo province involved two trains car...

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Kaprizov has goal, assist, as Wild end road trip with impressive win over Utah

Kirill Kaprizov scored his NHL-leading 14th goal of the season and added an assist, Jesper Wallstedt stopped 26 of the 27 shots he faced, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Utah Mammoth 3-1 on Tuesday ni...

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Minneapolis Public Schools short 1,000 students, losing nearly $13 million

Minneapolis Public Schools says it has about 1,000 fewer students than budgeted, leaving the district with nearly $13 million less in revenue. The post Minneapolis Public Schools short 1,000 students,...

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Man sentenced to life in prison for 2024 Frogtown homicide

Desmen Lee Parker, who prosecutors say killed a man in Frogtown in the early morning of April 3, 2024, has been sentenced to life in prison. The post Man sentenced to life in prison for 2024 Frogtown ...

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High School Football: Minneapolis Camden opens postseason with win over Concordia Academy

The Minneapolis Camden Patriots are moving on in the 3A playoffs after beating Concordia Academy on Tuesday night, 37-10. KSTP Sports was there. ***Click the video box above to watch highlights*** Cam...

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Free Air Time: Secretary of State candidate Steve Simon

This election season, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is giving candidates in Minnesota’s biggest races a chance to speak directly to you to help you make an informed decision on Election Day. The post Free Air Tim...

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Free Air Time: Secretary of State candidate Seth Kuhl-Stennes

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Free Air Time: Secretary of State candidate Tad Jude

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Lino Lakes Correctional Facility officer charged in alleged drug smuggling scheme

A Lino Lakes Correctional Facility Corrections officer has been arrested for allegedly trying to smuggle drugs into the prison. The post Lino Lakes Correctional Facility officer charged in alleged dru...

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Man sentenced to decades in prison for murder of his child’s mother

A St. Paul man who pleaded guilty to killing the mother of his child will spend 40 years behind bars for his crime. The post Man sentenced to decades in prison for murder of his child’s mother first a...

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Anthony Edwards out up to 2 months with ailing knee injury

Anthony Edwards will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his ailing right knee and miss up to two months, sources say. The post Anthony Edwards out up to 2 months with ailing knee injury first appear...

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Help is available for first-time homebuyers as mortgage rates top 7%

Buying a first home has gotten harder as mortgage rates top 7%, and high prices push many young adults out of the market. The post Help is available for first-time homebuyers as mortgage rates top 7% ...

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2 St. Paul men charged with $25K Pokémon card theft also implicated in Osseo burglary

Two St. Paul men with a history of stealing Pokémon cards are facing charges for allegedly breaking into an Eagan store and stealing more than $25,000 in cards. The post 2 St. Paul men charged with $2...

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Minnesota has $111M for heating help as applications decline; Brainerd woman still waiting for answers

As colder temperatures settle into Minnesota, state officials say $111 million is available to help income-qualified households pay heating bills and keep their homes warm this winter. The post Minnes...

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Kyler Murray thanks Vikings fans during New Hope appearance

Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray met with fans Tuesday afternoon at Hy-Vee in New Hope as part of Recover 180’s fan engagement campaign. The event, held from 3 to 4 p.m. and gave fans an opportunity t...

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Strong storms possible Wednesday afternoon – Chris

Good Tuesday evening! We’re staying mostly cloudy and seasonably mild tonight, but attention is quickly turning to Wednesday. Wednesday will be warm for late October, with highs climbing into the uppe...

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Halloween “Boxtumes”

With Halloween just four days away, the clock is ticking and store shelves are looking frighteningly bare when it comes to last-minute costume options. Sally Flinck from Two Men and a Truck swooped in...

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GoFundMe to keep heat on for Jodi Ash and 2 other elderly people

https://gofund.me/2d60bd851 The post GoFundMe to keep heat on for Jodi Ash and 2 other elderly people first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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A Virtual Breast Clinic

Breast cancer affects one in eight women, and researchers are constantly developing powerful new tools to catch the disease at its earliest stages. Minnesota Oncology recently announced an exciting pa...

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Elk River Halloween House

If you think your Halloween decorations are impressive, wait until you see what one Elk River family has done with their yard this spooky season! Reporter Kristin Haubrich went to meet the family behi...

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Krown Bakery & Eatery

Anoka, Minnesota calls itself the Halloween Capital of the World, and this week on Twin Cities Live we are proving why it is so much more than just spooky season fun. Every day we are featuring a loca...

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St. Paul schools propose early retirements to avoid teacher cuts

St. Paul Public Schools is moving toward a plan to avoid midyear cuts for English learner teachers by asking certain educators to consider an early retirement package. The post St. Paul schools propos...

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Dick’s Sporting Goods: Locations set to extend hours, stock extra gear if Brewer’s win World Series

Dick’s Sporting Goods announced it will extend hours and stock Brewer’s gear if the team wins the 2026 World Series. The list of locations is below: The post Dick’s Sporting Goods: Locations set to ...

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Hygge Ideas

There's a beautiful Scandinavian concept called hygge that's all about wrapping yourself in comfort, warmth and the cozy joy of everyday togetherness. This charming Danish and Norwegian tradition is ...

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10/27 Host Chat

We had such a busy show yesterday that we’re just getting around to catching up on our weekends. The post 10/27 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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FBI offering $50K for information leading to arrest of Washington murder suspect spotted in Minneapolis

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has increased its reward for information leading to the arrest of a man accused of murdering a man and seriously hurting a woman in Washington over 20 years a...

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Gophers looking to build on momentum after sweep of North Dakota

The University of Minnesota men’s hockey team spent the past few days enjoying the glow of a statement-making sweep over rival North Dakota. But coach Brett Larson’s message to his team has been simpl...

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Let’s Shop! with Elizabeth & Kelli, November 4

Join us for an open-house shopping event with Elizabeth Ries & Kelli Hanson at Schuler Shoes in Woodbury. Get ready for a fun and engaging evening of shopping, conversation, and community! • Find ...

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MAC STP long-term plan update

MAC STP long-term plan update. The post MAC STP long-term plan update first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Protesters shut down Hermantown data center meeting

The Hermantown City Council was expected to advance the controversial Google data center project Monday night, but protesters completely filled the building and stopped that from happening. The post P...

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Supreme Court won’t intervene to allow judges to pause some deportation proceedings

The Supreme Court has declined to intervene in a dispute over a Biden-era immigration regulation. Democratic-led cities sought to revive the rule, which allowed immigration judges to pause some deport...

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Spotty Showers early afternoon then Decreasing Clouds in the late afternoon hours.

Spotty Showers are possible in the Twin Cities until 2 p.m. although most areas will just see some Sprinkles then some Peeks of Sun after 4 p.m. with highs in the upper 50s and Winds from the South at...

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Utah authorities are connecting serial killer Ted Bundy to another 1970s homicide

Authorities in Utah are holding a news conference to pin another decades-old homicide on serial killer Ted Bundy. The Summit County sheriff's office says it will release information Tuesday about the ...

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Dog killed in St. Paul house fire on Berkeley Avenue

A fire that broke out at a St. Paul home early on Tuesday morning ended up killing a dog, according to city officials. The post Dog killed in St. Paul house fire on Berkeley Avenue first appeared on K...

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Pair of nyala calves born at Como Park Zoo 3 weeks apart

The Como Park Zoo has welcomed in two new nyala calves that were born about three weeks apart. The post Pair of nyala calves born at Como Park Zoo 3 weeks apart first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness...

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Trivia Tuesday: Wilkin County

Trivia Tuesday is back on Minnesota Live, and this week the spotlight shines on the fascinating Wilkin County. Minnesota Live producer Betsy Melin stepped in to put hosts Chris and Megan to the test w...

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