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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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Brooklyn Park Motorcycle Crash Update | Minneapolis News
A tragic motorcycle crash in Brooklyn Park claimed the rider’s life Wednesday night, sparking a full State Patrol investigation as authorities work to…
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Boelter Faces State Charges After Federal Sentence | Minneapolis News
Vance Boelter, the architect of the 2025 Minnesota legislative violence, now faces eight state charges—including two first-degree murder counts for Rep…
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Vance Boelter Gets Life Plus 40 | Minneapolis News
Vance Boelter just received two life sentences plus 40 years after pleading guilty to murdering lawmakers Melissa Hortman and Mark, critically wounding Senator…
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Microsoft Services Down Again | Minneapolis News
Microsoft’s morning just got chaotic—core services like Teams, Outlook, and Microsoft 365 are down across the board, leaving millions stranded. No official…
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MinnPost Seeks Data Journalist | Minneapolis News
MinnPost is seeking a bold, data-savvy journalist to uncover Minnesota’s toughest issues through powerful storytelling, visualizations, and dashboards —…
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Kratom Laws Shift in Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Kratom, a Southeast Asian plant that mimics opioids and carries serious addiction and death risks, is sparking national alarm — and Minnesota just made a big…
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Boundary Waters Fires and Renewal | Minneapolis News
Wildfires rage through the Boundary Waters, devastating forests and uprooting decades of wilderness history—but amid the grief, hope flickers as firefighters…
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Life Sentences for Political Assassination | Minneapolis News
Vance Boelter received two life sentences plus 40 years for a brutal series of attacks that killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, and…
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Life Sentences in Hortman Tragedy | Minneapolis News
A devastating verdict has been handed down in the case of Melissa and Mark Hortman’s tragic deaths: the perpetrator received consecutive life sentences…
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Rescuing the American Elm | Minneapolis News
Scientists are deliberately infecting thousands of young American elm trees in Vermont with Dutch elm disease in a bold bid to find natural survivors—trees…
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Dillon Bell’s Rise With Vikings | Minneapolis News
Dillon Bell, the undrafted gem from Georgia, is turning heads in Minnesota with his versatility, athleticism, and surprising offseason progress—scouts are…
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Minnesota Tops Summer Road Trip List | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s got the crown for best summer road trip state, according to WalletHub’s top 5 ranking—beating Utah, Louisiana, New York, and Florida. With over 30…
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Vance Security Agent Under Probe | Minneapolis News
A Secret Service agent assigned to protect VP JD Vance is under investigation for allegedly compromising operational and information security — a serious…
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Congress vs Trump on Iran War Powers | Minneapolis News
Congress just narrowly passed a resolution demanding President Trump get congressional approval before any military action against Iran, reigniting a fierce…
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Wisconsin Officer-Involved Shooting Under Review | Minneapolis News
A Black man in his 30s was fatally shot by police in Madison, Wisconsin, after allegedly wielding a knife during a struggle following a bicycle theft…
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"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey
"Call your mom." - A Message From Corey
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Scheffler’s Quest at the 3M Open | Minneapolis News
The 3M Open in Minnesota is heating up as the lone PGA Tour stop in the state, a crucial tune-up before the FedExCup Playoffs. Scottie Scheffler, the world’s 1…
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Farmington Teen Hit by Escaping Car | Minneapolis News
A tragic crash in Farmington, Minnesota, claimed the life of 13-year-old Sasha Balandin after he was struck by a fleeing gray Ford Focus. Authorities swiftly…
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St. Paul Moves to End Encampments | Minneapolis News
St. Paul is launching a bold, $1 million push to end homelessness before winter—with a major encampment at Pig’s Eye Park set to close August 5th. City and…
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Boelter Sentencing and Political Tragedy | Minneapolis News
Vance Boelter faces sentencing today for the horrific shooting that killed former House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, while also wounding…
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Minnesota’s Weekend of Community Celebrations | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s weekend is packed with community vibes—from riverboat festivals and chalk art to pottery, car shows, and Leprechaun Days. Events like Nickel-Rama…
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Heatwave Hits Twin Cities This Weekend | Minneapolis News
Heatwave Hits Twin Cities This Weekend | Minneapolis News
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Vance Boelter Pleads Guilty in Deadly Political Attack | Minneapolis News
Vance Boelter just pleaded guilty in federal court in Minneapolis, facing murder, stalking, and firearms charges tied to the killings of former House Speaker…
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Live Firing at Minnesota Pottery Festival | Minneapolis News
Witness the magic of pottery in real time at the Minnesota Pottery Festival, where artists fire kilns live amid clay-covered hands and roaring flames — a…
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Wildfire Smoke Threatens Minnesota Water | Minneapolis News
Wildfire smoke blanketing northern Minnesota is raising alarms about drinking water safety as fires burn over 75,000 acres—releasing toxic chemicals into lakes…
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Minnesota’s Crypto Ban & Lynx Surge | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s crypto kiosks and prediction markets are getting the boot starting August 1st, while vets now can prescribe meds without direct patient…
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Shots Fired Near Yancy Park | Minneapolis News
Shots fired near Yancy Park on Hansen Road around 9 PM—no injuries, no arrests yet. Police are heavily involved, asking anyone with info, especially from the…
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Walk to Ellingsen Island for Wild Views | Minneapolis News
Discover the hidden gem of Ellingsen Island, a tiny, wild paradise just a chilly hike from Split Rock Lighthouse. Once home to a cabin built by Elling…
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Live Organ, Classic Films, Century-Old Theater | Minneapolis News
Step back in time at the 100-year-old Heights Theater in Columbia Heights, where a live Wurlitzer organist sets the mood before every classic film. Ed…
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Sasha’s Story: Justice for a Lost Life | Minneapolis News
A Minnesota family is pleading for justice after their 13-year-old son, Sasha Balandin, was killed in a hit-and-run while biking near Farmington. The driver…
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House Passes $95B Budget Blueprint | Minneapolis News
The House just passed a $95 billion budget blueprint packed with high-stakes priorities — Iran funding, farm aid, and key pieces of Trump’s SAVE America Act —…
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Minneapolis Hospital’s $1B Surgical Upgrade | Minneapolis News
Abbott Northwestern Hospital just unveiled its $1 billion expansion — a sleek 10-story tower packed with cutting-edge tech, extra rooms, and more operating…
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Seeking Justice for Sasha Balandin | Minneapolis News
A tragic hit-and-run in Farmington claims the life of 13-year-old Sasha Balandin, leaving his family shattered and the community in mourning. Police are…
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Twins Crush Guardians in 10-6 Thriller | Minneapolis News
Brooks Lee crushed a three-run homer and Trevor Larnach added a solo shot and three RBIs as the Twins snapped a four-game losing streak with a 10-6 rout of…
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Christina Rank’s Charges Dropped | Minneapolis News
In a major legal development, Christina Rank — one of 16 protesters arrested during a January “Metro Surge” in Minneapolis — had her federal assault charges…
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Pig Races and Fair Fun at Scott County | Minneapolis News
The Scott County Fair kicked off with perfect weather and pure fun—rides, food, animals, and pig races that have everyone cheering. Families like the Leonard’s…
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Scheffler & O'Connell in Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Scottie Scheffler, the world’s top-ranked golfer, rolled into the 3M Open Pro-Am in Minnesota fresh off a UK trip and still feeling the jet lag—though he’s…
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ICE Body Cameras Under Fire | Minneapolis News
ICE under fire in Minnesota as body camera failures plague investigations into two recent fatal shootings, raising urgent questions about accountability amid a…
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Juror Bribery and Medicaid Fraud | Minneapolis News
Abdiaziz Farah, already serving time for pandemic fraud, just got ten more years for trying to bribe a juror—whose tip-off led to his arrest. Meanwhile…
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Hospital Sent Infectious Waste to Recycling | Minneapolis News
Lakeview Memorial Hospital in Minnesota paid $15,862 after shipping infectious waste—like blood and body parts—to a recycling center, forcing a hazardous…
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Man Bounced From Balcony to Avoid Fraud Charges | Minneapolis News
Muhammad Omar, accused of swindling $90 million from Minnesota’s Housing Stabilization program, made a dramatic escape attempt—leaping from a fourth-floor…
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Fireworks Target Hoffman Home Again | Minneapolis News
No felony charges for the Fourth of July fireworks aimed at Senator John Hoffman’s home—though the trauma is fresh, especially after last year’s horrific…
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Minnesota’s Job Growth Amid Mixed Signals | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s job market shows signs of recovery with 13,000 new jobs in June—its third straight month of growth—thanks to targeted investments and small…
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Como Pool Reopens After Tragic Drowning | Minneapolis News
A heartbreaking tragedy struck Como Pool in St. Paul when a nine-year-old girl drowned, prompting an emergency rescue and CPR before she was rushed to the…
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Faculty Member Accused of Bathroom Recordings | Minneapolis News
A former faculty member at Lake Superior College in Duluth is facing serious charges after allegedly secretly recording at least 22 people—including a…
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Christina Rank Case Dismissed | Minneapolis News
Feds drop all charges against Christina Rank, the woman accused of assaulting immigration agents in a school parking lot — a move hailed as “long overdue” by…
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Three Men Charged After Frogtown Shooting | Minneapolis News
A chaotic shooting erupted in St. Paul’s Frogtown neighborhood over the weekend, leaving one dead and sparking multiple arrests. Christopher Burke-Harris…
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Dragon Divas Race for Recovery | Minneapolis News
When breast cancer survivors in St. Paul formed The Dragon Divas, they didn’t just find a sport—they found a lifeline. Now, this fierce, synchronized team of…
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Brooklyn Park Home Invasion Under Investigation | Minneapolis News
A terrifying home invasion in Brooklyn Park left a woman sexually assaulted at gunpoint early Wednesday morning — the suspect, a light-skinned person with…
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Former Minneapolis Comms Chief Faces Fraud Charges | Minneapolis News
Adam Fetcher, former chief communications officer of Minneapolis and ex-deputy press secretary in the Obama White House, is now facing felony charges for…
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Juror Bribery in Feeding Our Future Trial | Minneapolis News
A shocking twist in the Feeding Our Future fraud trial: five people now face federal charges after allegedly trying to bribe a juror with $120,000 to acquit…
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Former Minneapolis Comms Chief Caught in Debit Card Heist | Minneapolis News
Former top communications guy for Minneapolis, Adam Fetcher, is facing serious charges after allegedly stealing a coworker’s debit card in broad daylight…
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Brooklyn Park Task Force Targets Home Invasions | Minneapolis News
Brooklyn Park is on high alert after two brutal home invasion assaults in just a week—both involving armed attackers who broke in, tied up victims, and…
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988 Lifeline Surges in Minnesota | Minneapolis News
The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is seeing record demand, with Minnesota centers handling over 370,000 calls and texts since July last year — up from 25,000…
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Former Teacher Accused of Abuse | Minneapolis News
A former Rock Ridge School teacher and principal, Christopher John Chad, 52, is facing multiple felony charges for allegedly sexually abusing a student between…
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E-Moto Teens Ignored Safety Laws | Minneapolis News
Two teens on an e-moto narrowly avoided a head-on collision with a speeding truck in Champlin, sparking a warning from police about the dangers of riding…
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Minneapolis Safety Crisis After Uptown Shootings | Minneapolis News
Minneapolis reels from weekend shootings, including a deadly incident outside the Reign Event Center that left nine injured — prompting a city council delay on…
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Echo Trail Closure Update | Minneapolis News
Wildfires in northeastern Minnesota and Canada have forced the closure of the Echo Trail in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, impacting permit holders…
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Vance Boelter Faces Historic Sentencing | Minneapolis News
Vance Boelter faces sentencing this Thursday for the brutal killings of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband, plus the shootings of Sen. John Hoffman and his…
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FBI Delay Costed Critical Evidence | Minneapolis News
The Nancy Guthrie case exposes how a four-day delay in federal involvement may have doomed crucial digital evidence—specifically, footage from a Nest doorbell…