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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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Chisago County Strike Near Resolution | Minneapolis News
After a four-month strike, 170 Teamsters Local 320 workers in Chisago County may be heading back to work thanks to a tentative three-year deal offering a 25%…
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Survivors Step Forward to High School | Minneapolis News
A year after the Annunciation Catholic School shooting, the first group of victims is stepping into high school—a powerful symbol of resilience and hope. As…
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Bus vs Kia Rollover on I-94 | Minneapolis News
A Metro Transit bus and a Kia Soul collided head-on on I-94 near Franklin Ave early Thursday morning, sending the Kia flipping onto its side and injuring…
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Supreme Court Ruling Threatens Mail-In Ballots | Minneapolis News
The Supreme Court’s narrow ruling on mail-in ballots is sparking chaos as states scramble to prepare for election day — with the Postal Service poised to…
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Meta Pays Billions, ICE Agent Freed | Minneapolis News
Meta’s $17 billion settlement could reshape Instagram and Facebook for teens, while a Texas ICE agent’s extradition bid fails as he nears release. St. Paul…
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Anoka County Wins Legal Battle Over Bridge Funds | Minneapolis News
Anoka County wins big in court after a Ramsey County judge rules that a state law diverting $6.2 million in sales tax funds to a controversial pedestrian…
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Wolves Are Blueberry Superheroes | Minneapolis News
Wolves are secretly blueberry superheroes—new research shows their digestion supercharges seed germination by 22-27% and boosts survival rates by 5-27%, while…
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Prenatal Vitamins: Labels Lie But Safety Is OK | Minneapolis News
Consumer Reports just dropped some eye-opening findings on prenatal vitamins—17 brands tested, and only two actually delivered what they promised. While no…
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University Drops Apple Crisp Ice Cream | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s 175th anniversary just got sweeter with the debut of North Star Apple Crisp ice cream — a craveable swirl of classic apple crisp, tart aronia…
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Yeboah’s Return Lights Up Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Minnesota United shattered their losing streak with a stunning 5-0 win over San Jose, fueled by Yeboah’s explosive return—scoring two goals for the first time…
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Former Vikings Star Arrested on Highway | Minneapolis News
Former NFL star Everson Griffen got arrested early Wednesday after refusing to move from the shoulder of I-394 in Minneapolis, leading troopers to use a Taser…
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Soybeans Under Siege Cover Crops to the Rescue | Minneapolis News
Soybeans are Minnesota’s third-largest crop, but pests like the soybean aphid are wreaking havoc—potentially slashing yields by 40%. Farmers have long relied…
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Pig's Eye Evacuation Leaves New Challenges | Minneapolis News
St. Paul’s Pig’s Eye encampment clearance backfired—only seven used new shelter beds, while 100+ relocated to the riskier Randolph site amid contaminated soil…
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Minnesota State Fair Prep Fever | Minneapolis News
The Minnesota State Fair is set to roar back to life Thursday morning at 7 AM, with vendors like Stacey Pittroff-Barona (29 years of lemonade magic) and Dino’s…
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FBI Teen Academy Sparks Future Agents | Minneapolis News
The FBI Twin Cities is launching a high school “Teen Academy” to give students a real-world peek behind the scenes—complete with a staged SWAT drill—to spark…
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A's Crush Twins in Clutch Finish | Minneapolis News
Oakland Athletics roar back to win 7-4 over the Minnesota Twins, snapping a slump with a four-game winning streak. Lawrence Butler homers, Alika Williams…
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Minnesota State Fair’s Iconic Ag-Hort Building | Minneapolis News
Step into Minnesota’s agricultural heart at the iconic Ag-Hort building—a wild wagon-wheel shaped relic since 1947, housing the world’s largest collection of…
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Weather Warning: Storms & Heat Ahead | Minneapolis News
Thursday’s your outdoor window—chill, sunny, and in the low 80s. But don’t relax: Friday starts dry but clouds roll in and humidity climbs, signaling storms…
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Mother’s Sacrifice Saves Toddler From Flames | Minneapolis News
Mother’s Sacrifice Saves Toddler From Flames | Minneapolis News
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Castro Released as Extradition Stalls | Minneapolis News
An ICE agent accused of shooting a migrant in Minneapolis is back on the run — but not for long. Christian Castro, who claimed he was attacked with a…
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A's Edge Twins with Jump's Gem | Minneapolis News
The A’s crush the Twins 4-2 as Gage Jump dominates with 6⅓ innings and 9 strikeouts, backed by Carlos Cortes’ two-run homer. Taj Bradley of the Twins matched…
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Artemis II Crew Honored by President Trump | Minneapolis News
President Trump is set to honor the Artemis II crew with the Congressional Space Medal of Honor this Friday, celebrating their historic ten-day lunar…
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Teen Pleads Guilty in Lily Peters Murder | Minneapolis News
An 18-year-old man just pleaded guilty to murdering 10-year-old Lily Peters in Wisconsin in 2022 — a crime he committed at just 14. Facing a life sentence with…
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Feeding Our Future Fraud Exposed | Minneapolis News
Aimee Bock, the mastermind behind the $250 million “Feeding Our Future” fraud, just got 41 years in prison for stealing pandemic meal funds meant for kids. One…
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Tim Curry Legacy Remembered | Minneapolis News
Tim Curry, the legendary genre-bending performer who brought to life Dr. Frank-N-Furter and Pennywise, has passed away at 80. A true icon whose career spanned…
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Meta Pays Billions for Social Media Addiction | Minneapolis News
Meta just agreed to the biggest-ever settlement with a Big Tech company after being accused of designing social media to addict teens—paying up to $307 million…
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Data Centers Face Rising Opposition | Minneapolis News
Data centers, the digital engines powering AI giants like ChatGPT, are sparking nationwide backlash as communities rally against their massive environmental…
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Meta Settles for Teens' Safety | Minneapolis News
Meta’s facing a $214M+ settlement over accusations it weaponized addictive design to harm teens—forcing daily time limits, mandatory breaks, and nighttime…
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Mass Khat Bust at Chicago Airport | Minneapolis News
U.S. Customs busted a massive khat smuggling ring at O’Hare, seizing over 1,170 pounds hidden in pink bags—worth more than $140K—with three travelers arrested…
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Enes Kanter Banned from Chicago Sky Games | Minneapolis News
Chicago Sky ban Enes Kanter Freedom from home games after he was ejected for a heated confrontation with Natasha Cloud, sparked by his provocative “WOMAN”…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On Stage | Minneapolis News
A stunned audience in Worthing, England, was left breathless when a cast member announced during a live performance of “9 to 5: The Musical” that Dolly Parton…
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Shopping That Changes Lives | Minneapolis News
In Coon Rapids, Minnesota, a bustling 4,400-square-foot store run by Minnesota Good Works turns shopping into social impact. Selling new and overstocked goods…
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Can Kids Roam the State Fair Alone | Minneapolis News
Minnesota State Fair’s 12-day run is packed with crowds—and parental debates. Can kids roam solo? Reddit parents weigh in: maturity matters, day-time outings…
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Flash Floods Ravage Northern Nepal | Minneapolis News
Flash floods devastate northern Nepal, claiming at least 22 lives and leaving over 380 missing—including three Americans—after a landslide dammed the Bhote…
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Lisa Demuth's Affordability Agenda | Minneapolis News
Lisa Demuth, newly minted Republican gubernatorial nominee, is rolling out a bold affordability agenda designed to slash taxes and rein in state…
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Weather Shift: Dry Days Then Storms | Minneapolis News
Weather’s shifting fast—breezy and cooler Wednesday with possible light showers in western Wisconsin, then calm, dry days Thursday and Friday. Weekend? Watch…
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Dillon Bell’s Vikings Fade | Minneapolis News
Dillon Bell’s Vikings hype train hit a speed bump as training camp rolled in—once a spring breakout star, he faded into the background with inconsistent…
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Minnesota Politics in Flux | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s political scene is heating up with surprising moves: DFL Senate candidate Tara Killen signs a cross-party pledge to collaborate with independents…
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Ohio Governor Race Heats Up Over Trans Athletes | Minneapolis News
The Supreme Court’s ruling allowing states to ban transgender athletes from girls’ and women’s sports has ignited a firestorm in Ohio’s governor’s race, with…
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Alex Pretti Case and ICE Arrests | Minneapolis News
Alex Pretti’s mother demands accountability seven months after her son, a VA nurse, was fatally shot by ICE officers in Minneapolis — as nationwide arrests hit…
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Walking Minnesota to Save Youth Minds | Minneapolis News
Jason Lennox is walking 1,776 miles around Minnesota to fight for youth mental health—after surviving addiction, overdose, and a felony record himself. With…
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Rural Dementia Care That Works | Minneapolis News
Rural communities are rewriting the playbook on Alzheimer’s and dementia care, tackling isolation, transportation gaps, and chronic health risks head-on…
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Lindell’s Recount Drama Escalates | Minneapolis News
Mike Lindell, the MyPillow guy, is staging a high-stakes drama over his failed Minnesota gubernatorial primary bid, withholding an $825K payment he promised to…
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Why the Minnesota State Fair Lasts 12 Days | Minneapolis News
The Minnesota State Fair, America’s longest-running fair since 1975, kicks off this Thursday with a 12-day celebration of food, fun, and agriculture — drawing…
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Minnesota Fair Parking Changes | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Falcon Heights is bracing for a massive fair crowd—with 1,000 paid parking spots launching this year at $25/day to tackle last year’s unpaid…
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Senior Director Sentenced for Healthcare Fraud | Minneapolis News
A California exec named Karan Gupta just got three years in prison for orchestrating a $1M fraud scheme at healthcare giant Optum — hiring a dummy employee who…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives Through Books | Minneapolis News
Dolly Parton’s legacy lives on through her Imagination Library, which has gifted over 300 million books to children worldwide — a mission born from her own…
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Minnesota Fights Emerald Ash Borer | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s facing an ecological crisis as the emerald ash borer, a destructive insect since 2009, threatens over a billion ash trees across 60 counties. State…
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Hudson Trial Pushed to November | Minneapolis News
The trial for Timothy Hudson, accused of murdering his stepsister Anna Kepner on a cruise ship, has been delayed again—now set for November 2nd. Originally…
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Mexican Financier Accused of Cartel Money Laundering | Minneapolis News
A Mexican financial worker, Christopher Bravo Marin, faces federal charges for allegedly laundering $750K in cartel cash over three years—using his job at a…
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Minneapolis Man Laundered $750K for Cartel | Minneapolis News
Feds are cracking down hard on cartels, framing it as a war on foreign terrorist organizations. A Minneapolis case is heating up: 46-year-old Christopher Bravo…
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Utility Pole Collapse Kills Man in Minnesota | Minneapolis News
A tragic accident in Hopkins, Minnesota, claimed the life of a 31-year-old man when a utility pole collapsed onto his vehicle — and authorities have confirmed…
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Dolly Parton’s Legacy Lives On | Minneapolis News
The world is reeling from the sudden passing of Dolly Parton, a cultural icon whose light touched millions. President Trump honored her with a flag lowering…
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Mann Theatres Unveils IMAX Upgrade | Minneapolis News
Mann Theatres is making waves with its biggest investment ever — a brand-new IMAX auditorium at the Plymouth Grand 15, complete with laser projection…
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Jeshaun Jones Suspension Hits Hard | Minneapolis News
Jeshaun Jones, Minnesota Vikings wide receiver and former Maryland standout, faces a three-game suspension for a substance abuse policy violation — with…
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Canada Fires Back with $20B Tariffs | Minneapolis News
Canada’s retaliatory tariffs—targeting $20 billion in U.S. goods set to hit September 8—are sparking economic tremors, especially in Minnesota, where farmers…
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Aljorna Video Sparks Accountability Demand | Minneapolis News
A viral video shows Alfredo Aljorna on the ground as an agent runs toward him — with his friend Julio Sosa-Celis helping him flee — directly contradicting the…
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Canada Hits Back with Tariffs | Minneapolis News
Canada’s slapped back with steep tariffs on $27 billion in U.S. goods — including steel, appliances, and dairy — after Trump’s surprise U.S. tariffs. Minnesota…
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Minnesota Defies Trump’s Mail Voting Push | Minneapolis News
The Supreme Court has cleared the way for Trump’s plan to restrict mail-in voting to pre-approved lists, sparking fierce resistance from Minnesota — where…
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St. Paul Revives Downtown with Bold New Plan | Minneapolis News
St. Paul is injecting serious energy into its downtown with $15 million to revitalize abandoned buildings and attract new businesses, while launching a…