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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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Wildfire Smoke’s Hidden Health Threat | Minneapolis News
Wildfire smoke blanketing the Great Lakes and beyond is more than just a smoky haze—it’s a serious health threat. Air quality has hit hazardous levels, with…
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Target USA Cup Tournament Paused | Minneapolis News
The Target USA Cup, the largest youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere, is on hold—pulling back the curtain on a global sporting spectacle that drew…
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Minnesota Senate Race Fundraising Breakdown | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Senate race is heating up with a wild money battle: DFL’s Angie Craig leads in fundraising with $2.64M, outpacing Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan’s $1.39M…
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In-N-Out Burger Fight During Monsoon | Minneapolis News
A wild brawl erupted inside an In-N-Out Burger in Tempe, Arizona, just as a monsoon storm raged outside—forcing patrons to hunker down, only for fists to fly…
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Smoke from Canada Threatens Minnesota Air | Minneapolis News
Smoke from northern wildfires is blanketing Minnesota, triggering air quality alerts and forcing cancellations of outdoor events. Health officials urge…
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Sleeping Giants Ready to Roar in 2026 | Minneapolis News
Fantasy managers, don’t sleep on these comeback kings—Terry McLaurin, Mark Andrews, Justin Jefferson, and Jalen Hurts are all primed for massive 2026 seasons…
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Meet Ume the Malayan Tapir at Minnesota Zoo | Minneapolis News
Meet Ume, a one-year-old Malayan tapir making her debut at the Minnesota Zoo—part of a vital conservation effort to save an endangered species. Arriving from…
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Minnesota State Fair Job Fair 2026 | Minneapolis News
Minnesota State Fair is hiring 3,000 workers for next year’s 12-day event — no experience needed, just be 16+. Join their free job fair July 22 at the North…
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Cool Smarter Not Harder | Minneapolis News
Beat the heat without breaking the bank—Centerpoint Energy shares smart, budget-friendly tips to chill your home smarter, not harder. Boost airflow with vent…
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Trump Endorses Lindell for Minnesota Governor | Minneapolis News
Donald Trump has thrown his full backing behind Mike Lindell, the MyPillow CEO and vocal 2020 election fraud advocate, endorsing him as the candidate to “Make…
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Minnesota’s Wildfires Closer Than Ever | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s skies are turning hazy again — not from Canada this time, but from over a dozen new wildfires blazing in the north, including the Boundary Waters…
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Smoke & Heat Hit Minneapolis | Minneapolis News
Minneapolis choked on smoke Thursday—ranked second worst in the nation—blowing in from northern Minnesota and Canada wildfires, mixing with brutal heat for a…
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Smoke Hugs the Ground in Twin Cities | Minneapolis News
Smoke from Canadian wildfires is choking the Twin Cities, with hazardous air quality hugging the ground and forcing Valleyfair to close—tickets valid for any…
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Smoke Blankets Twin Cities | Minneapolis News
Smoke from Canadian wildfires has blanketed the Twin Cities with dangerously poor air quality, forcing Minneapolis and St. Paul to shut down public pools…
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Walker Art Center’s Bold 2026-27 Season | Minneapolis News
The Walker Art Center’s 2026–2027 season drops with bold, boundary-pushing performances—from Laurie Anderson’s activist-infused “Republic of Love” to…
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Minneapolis Air Quality Crisis | Minneapolis News
Minneapolis woke up to dangerously polluted air — the second worst in the world, with an AQI of 334 — thanks to wildfire smoke drifting low from northern…
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Smoke Shuts Down Twin Cities Events | Minneapolis News
Minneapolis woke up to some of the worst air quality in the nation, as wildfire smoke from northern Minnesota and Canada blanketed the Twin Cities—officially…
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Protect Your Pets from Smoke | Minneapolis News
Smoke from northern wildfires has turned Twin Cities air quality into a health emergency—especially for pets. Animal Humane Society warns to watch for…
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Wildfires Threaten Boundary Waters | Minneapolis News
Wildfires Threaten Boundary Waters | Minneapolis News
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Local Overdose Exposes Meth Ring | Minneapolis News
A tragic overdose in Wadena County, Minnesota, sparked a massive drug bust exposing a sprawling trafficking network. Investigators traced the death to dealer…
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Green Line’s Quiet Stop Raises Questions | Minneapolis News
Next year, Minneapolis gets its 21st Street Station — a quiet, secluded stop near a beach and upscale homes, not a commuter hub. Originally meant to link…
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Heat and Smoke Grip Twin Cities | Minneapolis News
Twin Cities brace for a brutal double whammy: dangerous heat and hazardous smoke from northern wildfires clinging through Friday. Metro under extreme heat…
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Minnesota’s Weekend of Summer Fun | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s weekend is packed with summer fun—from the Minneapolis Aquatennial’s sailboat debut and floating lanterns to the Zero Waste Festival and free…
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Should We Rename César Chávez Street | Minneapolis News
A beloved street in St. Paul’s West Side, named after labor icon César Chávez, is facing a reckoning as new allegations of abuse resurface. Community leaders…
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Indigenous Voices on Screen | Minneapolis News
Dallas Goldtooth’s new film series at the Walker Art Center drops July 10th, spotlighting bold, fresh Indigenous voices and stories that pulse with cultural…
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Constellation Coffee: Inclusive Workspaces That Change Lives | Minneapolis News
In Apple Valley, Constellation Coffee is rewriting the rules of work by creating a sensory-friendly haven for adults with autism and disabilities — inspired by…
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Teen Motorcyclist Injured in Chain Reaction Crash | Minneapolis News
A 16-year-old motorcyclist is in critical condition after a deadly chain-reaction crash on I-94 in Woodbury, triggered when the bike—reportedly lane…
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Missing Teen from Brooklyn Park | Minneapolis News
A Brooklyn Park teen, Schmitz, has been missing for nearly a month—last seen wearing a white shirt, black Nike jacket, camo pants, and black shoes. Standing…
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Wright County Closes Beaches to Prevent Swimmer's Itch | Minneapolis News
Wright County’s taking a proactive step to keep swimmers itch-free—closing two beaches for a full day on Thursday, July 16th, to treat the water before any…
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Earn Cash at Minnesota State Fair | Minneapolis News
Earn cash and soak up free fair vibes this summer—Minnesota State Fair’s hiring 3,000 workers for its 12-day event, starting August 27. A job fair is happening…
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Minnesota Targets Loon Vapes for Targeting Teens | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Attorney General is launching a major legal strike against vape brand Loon, accusing it of deliberately targeting teens with candy-flavored…
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Heat and Mental Health Medications | Minneapolis News
Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable—it can dangerously interact with psychiatric medications, increasing risks like suicidal thoughts and even death by…
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Pentagon Launches Testosterone Screening for Troops | Minneapolis News
The Pentagon’s launching a new health initiative: all service members over thirty will now get annual testosterone screenings to catch deficiencies early and…
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Argentina Stuns England to Reach Final | Minneapolis News
Argentina stunned England with a last-gasp 2-1 victory in Atlanta, sending them to the World Cup final after a dramatic comeback fueled by Enzo Fernandez’s…
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Food Scraps Turned to Energy | Minneapolis News
Ramsey and Washington counties are revolutionizing food waste with a simple, kitchen-friendly solution: just bag your scraps, toss them in the trash, and watch…
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Sixty-Two-Year-Old Charged in Fatal Crash | Minneapolis News
A 62-year-old woman, Denise Ethyl Lagou, faces felony charges after a crash in Monticello that left an 84-year-old Vietnam War veteran with serious injuries…
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Teen Charged in Fatal Home Shooting | Minneapolis News
A 21-year-old, Maurice Antonio Verser Jr., faces second-degree murder charges after a fatal shooting on April 29, where 69-year-old Carl Steven Hampton was…
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Discover Craftmakers in Your Community | Minneapolis News
This weekend, 250+ artists nationwide open their studios for the first-ever National Craft Open Studios Weekend—your chance to witness handmade magic up close…
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Minnesota Teens Evacuated by Canada | Minneapolis News
Fifteen Minnesota teens on a wilderness trip got caught in Canada’s raging wildfires—forced to evacuate as smoke turned skies orange and ash rained like snow…
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Minnesota Smoke Alert Extended | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s choking on wildfire smoke—officials have issued a statewide air quality alert lasting until at least Friday morning, with some areas now in the…
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Minnesota Medicaid Pauses New Providers | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Medicaid program is extending a six-month pause on new providers for high-risk services, giving providers who’ve waited a year or more a bit more…
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Lynx On Fire With McBride And Miles | Minneapolis News
The Minnesota Lynx are on fire, riding a winning streak with dominant performances against top opponents. Kayla McBride and Olivia Miles are leading the…
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Survivor Turns Trauma Into Healing | Minneapolis News
Officer Austin Buss survived a brutal shooting during a high-stakes pursuit, thanks to his bulletproof vest and a small token from his son. Now, his own…
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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: Heat Kills the Parasite | Minneapolis News
Cyclosporiasis is spreading across 34 states, with Michigan hit hardest—over 3,000 cases—while Minnesota reports just 41 since May. Symptoms include severe…
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Robbinsdale Police App Upgrade | Minneapolis News
Robbinsdale is rolling out a major upgrade to community policing and city alerts—starting July 6, 2026, the old tip411 app will be replaced by Bridge911, a…
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Minnesota Medicaid Freeze Extended | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Medicaid program is extending its freeze on new providers for at least six more months as part of a sweeping effort to root out fraud and ensure…
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Sergeant Hits Pedestrian in Bemidji | Minneapolis News
A serious crash in Bemidji Wednesday morning left a 36-year-old pedestrian with life-threatening injuries after being struck by a police squad car driven by…
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Homeland Security Agent Sentenced for Child Exploitation | Minneapolis News
A former DHS agent, Timothy Ryan Gregg, is sentenced to seven years in prison for sexually exploiting a 17-year-old girl — even after he knew she was underage…
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Design Minnesota's Next Parks Plate | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s DNR is launching a public design contest for its next parks license plate, celebrating the iconic North Shore of Lake Superior and the state’s…
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Smoke and Heat Grip Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s facing a brutal double hit: sweltering heat and hazardous smoke from northern wildfires drifting south. A “maroon” air quality alert — the highest…
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Woman Charged After Hit-and-Run with Dog | Minneapolis News
A woman named Denise Ethyl Lagou faces serious felony charges after allegedly hitting a man and his 14-year-old Jack Russell Terrier with her car in…
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Jill Kittock’s First Solo Show | Minneapolis News
Jill Kittock’s vibrant, cinematic paintings freeze moments of magic and reality—think parties from the past, bears in libraries, and surreal…
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Fake Death Funds Real Underwater Search Tech | Minneapolis News
A con artist who faked his own death to flee to Europe ended up funding life-saving tech—his restitution money bought a high-tech underwater robot that’s…
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U.S. Eyes Military Options Against Cuba | Minneapolis News
Pentagon planners are quietly weighing bold options against Cuba — including a massive airborne strike — as U.S.-Iran tensions flare again after a ceasefire…
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Former FBI Agent Gets 7-Year Sentence | Minneapolis News
Former FBI Agent Gets 7-Year Sentence | Minneapolis News
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Duluth Man Hit by Police Car in Bemidji | Minneapolis News
A 36-year-old man from Duluth is critically injured after being struck by a Bemidji police cruiser early Wednesday morning at the intersection of Irvine Avenue…
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Minnesota Targets E-Cigarette Flavors | Minneapolis News
Minnesota’s Attorney General Keith Ellison is preparing to sue an e-cigarette company over deceptive marketing and violations of state consumer protection…
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Wildfires Force Evacuations Near Ely | Minneapolis News
Wildfires near Ely and Winton are forcing evacuations as thick smoke and intense heat turn skies into choking hazes, sending campers scrambling to flee with…
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Wildfires Threaten Northeastern Minnesota | Minneapolis News
Smoke’s rolling across northeastern Minnesota as wildfires near the Canadian border force evacuations, choke visibility, and degrade air quality. Firefighters…
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Minnesota Wildfires Force Evacuations | Minneapolis News
Wildfires in northern Minnesota are sending thick smoke south, triggering air quality alerts and forcing evacuations — including a harrowing story from a mom…