Man shot in private hunting reserve
A man from Boyd was shot in a private hunting preserve near Montevideo Wednesday afternoon. The Chippewa County Sheriff's Department says 74-year-old James Roth is currently hospitalized at Hennepin County Medical Center with serious, life-threatening wounds. Deputies say at 3:48 [...]
Democratic state lawmakers introducing “Reproductive Freedom Caucus” today
Democratic state lawmakers from both the House and Senate today (noon) are announcing the creation of the "Reproductive Freedom Caucus". The newly formed caucus will be the first in the Minnesota Legislature specifically organized around support for abortion rights and [...]
Drought impact report shows improvement from recent rain
The latest report from the U-S Drought Monitor shows the positive impact made by recent rain. The rain pushed the last remaining pockets of so-called exceptional drought off the map for the latest report released this week. Positive changes to [...]
Week three of addiction seminar focuses on specifics of how the legal system can aid recovery
It is week 3 of the Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation's virtual seminar on addiction and the Minnesota justice system. Tori Utley with the Foundation says they now are looking into specific tools to help those struggling with recovery, and how [...]
Minnesota State Mankato’s 2021 Homecoming Week Begins Monday, Sept. 27
Minnesota State University, Mankato’s annual “Homecoming Week” begins Monday, Sept. 27, and this year’s featured event is the University’s Homecoming parade at 12 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 2 on Warren Street and Stadium Road. “Maverick State Fair” is the 2021 parade [...]
City of North Mankato Announces Update on Water Conservation Measures
Effective immediately the City of North Mankato is lifting the previous enforcement of water conservation measures, as the state has lifted the drought warning phase for the area. The City still encourages residents put into action an even/odd water and [...]
State Child-Care Providers To Receive $300M In Grants
Child-care providers in Minnesota will be receiving financial assistance. State officials say they are introducing a new 300-million-dollar program which aims to improve pay and benefits for child-care workers. According to reports, eligible providers will receive an email each month [...]
Target: Current Staff To Work 5M More Hours This Holiday Season
(Minneapolis, MN) -- Target's current employees are in for a busier holiday season. The Minnesota-based retailer says employees could work five-million more hours as the year draws to a close. However, Target is still planning to hire many new workers. [...]
Man Charged In Inmate’s Overdose Death In Chisago County Jail
(Center City, MN) -- A Scandia man is accused of providing a deadly dose of meth to an inmate at the Chisago County Jail. John Hofer has been charged with third-degree murder. Prosecutors say the defendant gave drugs to Erik [...]
