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Minneapolis News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Minneapolis News Today delivers fast, focused daily updates on the stories shaping Minneapolis—from local news and business to culture, sports, and community developments. Designed for quick, on-the-go listening, each episode brings you up to speed in minutes. Produced by AI for speed, consistency, and global scale, the show is part of The Daily News Now network—bringing local news to every city in the world and keeping communities connected. Minneapolis News…
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Judge Blocks DOJ’s Voter Data Grab | Minneapolis News
Federal authorities tried to grab Minnesota’s entire voter database — including Social Security numbers and driver’s license details — claiming civil rights…
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Walz Halts Mining in Boundary Waters | Minneapolis News
Governor Tim Walz has just slammed the brakes on new nonferrous mining in the Boundary Waters with a bold executive order—halting all permits, leases, and…
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CC Club and French Meadow Bakery Up for Sale | Minneapolis News
The CC Club in Minneapolis, a legendary music venue since the end of Prohibition and a longtime home to icons like The Replacements and Husker Du, is up for…
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Smoke, Hempcrete, and Lakeside Skis | Minneapolis News
Fall sports are on the horizon, but wildfire smoke is throwing a wrench in training—especially up north where folks say this is the worst smoke summer ever and…
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Walz Bans New Mining in Boundary Waters | Minneapolis News
Governor Tim Walz just slammed the brakes on new copper and nickel mining in Minnesota’s pristine Boundary Waters, signing an executive order that halts all…
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Minnesota Weather Update: Rain, Then Dry | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s weather is playing it cool this week—start with scattered showers Tuesday, mostly dry in the Twin Cities with temps near 80. Storms possible later…
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Data Centers Spark Local Political Surge | Minneapolis News
Data centers are sparking a political earthquake across Minnesota, with record numbers of candidates running for city council in towns like Faribault and North…
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Tragedy in Hopkins Leaves Community Heartbroken | Minneapolis News
Three lives were shattered in a heartbreaking tragedy in Hopkins, Minnesota — seven-year-old Evie Brown, her mother Kristen Brown, and 78-year-old Alice Brown…
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Embrace the Last Days of Summer | Minneapolis News
Summer’s slipping away, and that bittersweet August slump is real—when the beach still feels good but school ads and emails make you feel like it’s already…
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Medicaid Fraud Tied to Sex Trafficking | Minneapolis News
A Minnesota man, Salman Elmi, faces massive Medicaid fraud charges for allegedly orchestrating a $4.5 million scheme with three others, exploiting vulnerable…
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Vigil for Victims in Minnesota Group Home Tragedy | Minneapolis News
A solemn vigil in Hopkins, Minnesota, honored Kristen Brown, her daughter Evie, and Alice Brown—Kristen’s mother-in-law and Evie’s grandmother—following…
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I-494 Crash Clears in Under Two Hours | Minneapolis News
Traffic chaos hit I-494 Monday evening after a crash shut down westbound lanes near the Highway 212 exit in Eden Prairie, causing massive backups during rush…
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Judge Blocks Trump Admin’s Voter Data Demand | Minneapolis News
A federal judge just blocked the Trump administration’s attempt to seize Minnesota’s full voter rolls, calling the request a “fishing expedition” and ruling…
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Jonas Brothers Return to St Paul | Minneapolis News
Jonas Brothers are back with “The Burning Up Tour All Over Again,” hitting 45 North American cities starting Sept. 25 — including a major stop in St. Paul at…
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Fentanyl Bust Sends Six to Prison | Minneapolis News
Six people just got handed massive prison sentences totaling 45 years for a sprawling fentanyl trafficking ring that moved nearly 30 kilograms of deadly pills…
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False Abduction Report Leads to Arrest | Minneapolis News
A dude in Alexandria pulled off a wild stunt—filing a false abduction report claiming a gun was involved, supposedly in Winnipeg. Police responded, pulled over…
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Councilmember Apologizes for Removing POW MIA Flag | Minneapolis News
Councilmember Apologizes for Removing POW MIA Flag | Minneapolis News
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Tafoya vs Flanagan Minnesota Senate Race | Minneapolis News
Minnesota Republicans are rallying behind Michele Tafoya, a former sports broadcaster and Senate hopeful, who stunned in the primary with a strong win—only to…
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Eleven Charged in Massive Marriage Fraud Ring | Minneapolis News
Federal prosecutors just smashed a massive immigration fraud ring, charging eleven people—including Chinese nationals and U.S. citizens—for orchestrating over…
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Bienvenidos Dystopia at Russian Art Museum | Minneapolis News
Step into a bold, thought-provoking world at Bienvenidos Dystopia, happening August 15th at The Museum of Russian Art—where Soviet-era poster art meets modern…
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Sunshine Then Storms Ahead | Minneapolis News
Sunshine and mild temps are on tap for Friday, but clouds and scattered showers roll in Saturday—cooler highs and a few dry breaks. Sunday clears up with calm…
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Shelter Assault Leads to Fatal Blow | Minneapolis News
A shocking assault outside St. Paul’s Higher Ground Shelter leaves 61-year-old Isaiah Wilson dead after a brutal punch from 37-year-old Jerry Jovan Harris —…
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Daycare Tragedy Connects Two Fatal Incidents | Minneapolis News
Three dead, including a mother and her daughter stabbed with a screwdriver and a man who died by gunshot, found at a Minnesota daycare — sparking a chilling…
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Ronald Reed's Parole Decision | Minneapolis News
Ronald Reed, convicted of murdering St. Paul officer James Sackett in 1970, faces a pivotal parole decision as the Minnesota Supervised Release Board remains…
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Don Lemon’s Legal Gambit on FACE Act | Minneapolis News
Don Lemon, the former CNN anchor facing federal charges for disrupting a church service, is now suing to strike down a key part of the FACE Act — the very law…
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Three Bodies Found in Minneapolis | Minneapolis News
Three bodies discovered in Minneapolis within three days—near the Stone Arch Bridge, the Mississippi River, and Bde Maka Ska—have left the city reeling as…
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Minneapolis Public Housing Inspection Failures | Minneapolis News
Minneapolis has long ignored its own law requiring inspections of public housing—until two tenants sued and a 2020 court forced the city to treat public…
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Minnesota’s New R-Rated Comedy Hits Big | Minneapolis News
A raunchy new Minnesota-made comedy “Good Sport” is hitting theaters and streaming, spotlighting local talent from Two Rivers High School and shot right here…
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Keffe D Trial Opens in Tupac Shooting Case | Minneapolis News
Duane “Keffe D” Davis, 63, stands trial for allegedly orchestrating Tupac Shakur’s 1996 murder—claiming he supplied the weapon and ordered the shooting in…
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Minnesota AG Targets Medicaid Fraud | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Attorney General Keith Ellison is cracking down on Medicaid fraud with major new charges against two operators who allegedly stole over $1.5…
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Minnesota Medicaid Fraud and Sex Trafficking | Minneapolis News
A shocking sex trafficking and Medicaid fraud scandal is unfolding in Minnesota, with prosecutors accusing former Anoka County prosecutor Andrea Sampson of…
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Medicaid Fraud and Trafficking Ring | Minneapolis News
Four individuals, including Salman Ahmed Elmi—a former Shark Tank-backed entrepreneur and Minnesota refugee award winner—are facing serious charges in Hennepin…
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Quarterback Battle at St. Thomas | Minneapolis News
The St. Thomas football team kicks off their season with a QB battle heating up—Ryan Jackson, the seasoned playmaker with composure under pressure, faces off…
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Tragedy at Home: A Family’s Loss | Minneapolis News
A devastating tragedy has rocked the Hopkins community: Nathan Brown, 41, is accused of murdering his wife Kristen, 41, their 7-year-old daughter Evie, and his…
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Boundary Waters Outfitter Up for Sale | Minneapolis News
Wildfires forced a temporary shutdown of the Boundary Waters, pushing longtime outfitter Blayne Hall to sell Williams and Hall Outfitters—his 33-year-old canoe…
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Trafficking Ring and Medicaid Fraud | Minneapolis News
Four suspects face serious charges in Hennepin County for running a sophisticated sex trafficking and Medicaid fraud ring, allegedly siphoning over $2.5…
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Citizen Justice League Tests Voter Law | Minneapolis News
A controversial video by the Citizen Justice League—formerly Project Veritas—shows members impersonating Minnesota voters to test the state’s 50-year-old voter…
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Steelers QB Future Looks Bright | Minneapolis News
Aaron Rodgers, at 42, still commands the Steelers’ offense with elite game IQ, while mentoring rising QBs Will Howard and Drew Allar—both showing promise…
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Girls Flag Football Takes Minnesota by Storm | Minneapolis News
Girls flag football in Minnesota is exploding—jumping from 51 to 104 teams in just one year, with Rosemount High’s championship team leading the charge and…
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Backpacks, Haircuts, and Hope | Minneapolis News
Back-to-school season means heavier wallets—and a new school year just got more expensive, with supplies up over seven percent thanks to tariffs and gas…
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EHD Virus Kills Deer in Wisconsin | Minneapolis News
Wisconsin DNR investigating a spike in deer deaths in Washington County, linked to deadly EHD virus spread by biting midges—no risk to humans or pets, and deer…
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Body Found Near University River | Minneapolis News
Body Found Near University River | Minneapolis News
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Body Found in Mississippi River | Minneapolis News
Body Found in Mississippi River | Minneapolis News
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Gas Prices Soaring in Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Gas prices in Minnesota are skyrocketing, with Twin Cities averages hitting four bucks a gallon and diesel nearing five dollars and forty cents — driven by…
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Fort Hood Doctor Faces 200+ Charges | Minneapolis News
Major Blaine McGraw, a former Fort Hood doctor, faces over 200 charges including sexual assault and indecent recording involving 93 victims from 2021 to 2026…
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Suspicious Death in Mississippi River | Minneapolis News
A 40-year-old man was found dead in the Mississippi River near Inver Grove Heights, sparking a major investigation by Dakota County authorities who are calling…
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Mangione’s Double Jeopardy Battle | Minneapolis News
Luigi Mangione’s New York state murder trial is on hold as his defense mounts a bold double jeopardy challenge, arguing he can’t face separate charges for the…
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Decomposed Body Found Near Minneapolis Lake | Minneapolis News
A grim discovery in Minneapolis: a severely decomposed body found near Bde Maka Ska Sunday morning has sparked an ongoing investigation. Authorities, led by…
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Rookie Safety Steps Up for Vikings | Minneapolis News
Vikings’ safety woes hit a new peak when Jamal Adams went down with a knee injury, leaving a gaping hole—until undrafted rookie Jacob Thomas stepped up. After…
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HaveIBeenFlocked Reveals Plate Searches | Minneapolis News
Flock Safety’s license plate tracking tech is under the microscope thanks to HaveIBeenFlocked.com, an independent site revealing over 4.6 million searched…
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Chaska Votes on Downtown Social District | Minneapolis News
Chaska’s city council is set to vote Monday on a bold new plan: creating a downtown “social district” where folks can stroll and sip during fall and winter…
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Hayden Panettiere Remembered with Depth and Grace | Minneapolis News
Hayden Panettiere, beloved for her roles in “Heroes” and “Nashville,” passed away at 36, leaving behind a legacy of talent, depth, and courage. From her early…
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Vikings Name Murray QB, Add Adams | Minneapolis News
The Minnesota Vikings just made bold moves: they’ve named Kyler Murray as their starting QB, skipping rookie J.J. McCarthy, and added veteran linebacker Jamal…
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Measles Spreading in Wisconsin | Minneapolis News
Measles is surging in Wisconsin—with 15 confirmed and 6 probable cases, up from just two days prior—raising alarms as the virus spreads locally without clear…
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Burglars Strike Twice on Selby Avenue | Minneapolis News
Early Sunday morning, The Gnome Craft Pub in St. Paul was shattered by burglars who smashed in, stole $1,300, and left chaos in their wake — all while staff…
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Fund Your City’s Hidden Storytellers | Minneapolis News
MinnPost’s Twin Cities Documenters program pays everyday citizens to attend local government meetings and report back—already covering 80 meetings and fueling…
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Zach Lahn’s Surprise Win in Iowa | Minneapolis News
Zach Lahn, a political underdog and self-described anti-establishment conservative, stunned Iowa Republicans by defeating Trump-backed candidate in the GOP…
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Vigil Honors Three Lost Lives in Tragedy | Minneapolis News
A heartbreaking vigil is set for tonight in Hopkins to honor Kristen Brown, her seven-year-old daughter Evie, and Kristen’s mother Alice Brown — all victims of…
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Wildfires Receding in Northern Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Evacuation orders are lifting across northern Minnesota, but parts of the Boundary Waters remain closed through mid-August, with some trails possibly shutting…
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Chaska Tests Public Drinking at Events | Minneapolis News
Chaska’s city council is set to vote on a bold new plan: temporary zones where you can legally sip alcohol during major downtown events — no full social…