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Ken Barlow delivers weather updates on Election Day in Minneapolis.

Ken Barlow says another Minnesota’s Weather Authority Alert is up for today—Election Day–due to wet roads and occasional rain today

As dawn broke over Minneapolis on this pivotal Election Day, Ken Barlow, the trusted voice of Minnesota’s Weather Authority, delivered a timely reminder to voters: the roads are wet, and rain is expected. With many residents preparing to head to the polls, Barlow's forecast serves as both a caution...

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Bobby Durkin leads the Minnesota Golden Gophers in their season opener against North Dakota.

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Bobby Durkin leads balanced attack as Minnesota opens with 85-50 romp over North Dakota

As the crowd settled into their seats at Williams Arena, anticipation filled the air. The Minnesota Golden Gophers, clad in their signature maroon and gold, were ready to embark on a new season. Among them, Bobby Durkin, a standout player, stood poised to make an impact. His performance would not...

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LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points during Timberwolves victory over Bucks

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LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points as Minnesota Timberwolves beat Milwaukee Bucks 112-100

As the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter, the Target Center erupted in cheers. LaMelo Ball, with a fierce determination in his eyes, had just drained his sixth three-pointer of the night, pushing the Minnesota Timberwolves ahead by 15 points against the Milwaukee Bucks. The excitement in the...

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LaMelo Ball scores season-high 34 points for Timberwolves against Bucks

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Ball scores season-high 34 points as Timberwolves top Bucks 112-100

As the clock ticked down in the fourth quarter of a gripping matchup between the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Milwaukee Bucks, the Target Center erupted in cheers. LaMelo Ball, the Timberwolves' rising star, had just drained his sixth three-pointer of the night, pushing Minnesota to a comfortable...

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LaMelo Ball scoring during the Timberwolves game against the Bucks

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Ball scores season-high 34 points as Timberwolves top Bucks 112-100

As the clock wound down in the fourth quarter of a tightly contested game at the Target Center, LaMelo Ball stood at the free-throw line, the crowd buzzing with anticipation. The Timberwolves had clawed their way to a narrow lead, and Ball's shot would not only extend that margin but also mark a...

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House fire aftermath in Sturgeon Township, Minnesota

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2 dogs, 1 cat dead after house fire in northern Minnesota

On a quiet afternoon in Sturgeon Township, Minnesota, a family’s tranquility was shattered by the devastating roar of flames. As the sun dipped low in the sky, the sound of sirens pierced the air, signaling a tragedy that would leave an indelible mark on the community. At approximately 2:37 p.m. on...

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Gracie Merkle scores during the Gophers' season opener against Harvard.

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Merkle has 22 and No. 17 Minnesota women pull away from Harvard in 4th for 82-62 win

As the final seconds ticked away at Williams Arena, the energy in the air was palpable. Gracie Merkle, a standout player for the No. 17 Minnesota Golden Gophers, had just wrapped up an impressive performance, scoring 22 points on an astonishing 10-of-11 shooting. Her teammates rallied around her,...

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Minnesota women's basketball team celebrates victory against Harvard

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Merkle has 22, Grocholski 20, and No. 17 Minnesota women pull away from Harvard in fourth 82-62

On a brisk November evening in Minneapolis, the energy inside Williams Arena was palpable as fans filled the stands, eagerly anticipating the season opener for the No. 17 Minnesota women’s basketball team. The atmosphere was electric, with the scent of popcorn wafting through the air, blending...

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Community prayer gathering for safety in Minneapolis neighborhoods

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Number of arrests unclear in BCA’s strategy to combat gang violence

On a chilly autumn evening in Minneapolis, community members gathered at a local church, their faces illuminated by flickering candlelight, as they prayed for peace and safety in their neighborhoods. The air was thick with concern over rising gang violence, and the urgency for action was palpable....

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Kraft announces sweet, spicy limited-edition flavors for the holiday season

Kraft announced two limited-time Mac & Cheese flavors for a sweet and spicy holiday season.

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Man charged in connection with fatal shooting on Green Line train

Man charged in connection with fatal shooting on Green Line train By KSTP A man has been charged after allegedly shooting someone fatally on a Green Line train last month. Jaquan Darrian Edwards, 30, is facing one count of second-degree murder. RELATED: Light rail homicide suspect caught on...

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Confirmed: Vikings Aggressively Pursuing Star Running Back

Travis Register-Imagn Images via Reuters Connect Sunday was about as ugly as it gets for the Indianapolis Colts, and that could open a door for the Minnesota Vikings. They lost 42-7 in Jacksonville, and their star running back was a non-factor, finishing with eight carries for 23 yards and a lost...

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Crosby-Ironton great Tori Oehrlein makes Gopher women's basketball debut

A lot of fans at "The Barn" for the Gopher women's home opener, including a big crowd from the Brainerd Lakes area, are in attendance to catch Tori Oehrlein make her team debut.

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