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The METRO Blue Line Extension, stalled since George W. Bush’s presidency, faces a $300 million funding gap pushing its start to 2033—years behind schedule. Officials are cutting costs where possible, like reevaluating risks to save $60–$180 million, but can’t slash essentials like train purchases. Sales tax funding is blocked by state law, fueling local frustration as communities compare it to the...

Osseo, Minnesota, is racing to open a city-run cannabis dispensary by November, promising all profits will fund local programs—but residents are furious, fearing property tax hikes if it fails. City leaders call it a bold move to diversify revenue and reduce reliance on taxes, framing it as community investment. But backlash runs deep: people feel ignored, proposing alternatives like selling the l...

At 1 AM Friday, a stabbing near Bethia Lane and Georgia Avenue North sent Brooklyn Park police rushing to a home where a woman was allegedly stabbed by her partner — but the man also emerged injured, leading officers to treat both before transporting them to the hospital. No arrests have been made as police continue investigating the volatile scene. Updates to follow. Listen in comfort: Get a disc...

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Heatwave alert: temps are climbing fast, with Friday hitting mid-to-upper 80s and sunshine dominating—though isolated storms and possible hail could pop up in western Minnesota. The weekend amps it up: Saturday near 90, Sunday in the low 90s, both mostly sunny but muggy, feeling 5-10 degrees hotter due to rising dew points. Next week stays hot and dry with slightly stronger winds—this isn’t going...

Dance the night away at First Avenue in Minneapolis, where themed parties are turning heads — from a Harry Styles disco night to a wild Trader Joe’s vs. Aldi rave. These events aren’t just about music; they’re about community, connection, and turning niche passions into unforgettable floor-filling vibes. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advert...

CVS is paying over $36 million to settle a nationwide lawsuit for overcharging government healthcare programs on insulin pens—with Minnesota receiving more than $850,000, much of it going straight to Medicaid. Attorney General Keith Ellison slammed CVS for breaking promises to taxpayers who fund care for those who can’t afford it. Meanwhile, St. Paul prepares to clear homeless encampments starting...

Minnesota’s missed shot at a major tech boom: Google-backed “Project Skyway” is poised to vanish from Pine Island after local resistance derailed construction — and it’s not an isolated case. As states pass on lucrative data center deals, they forfeit thousands of jobs, billions in investment, and the economic ripple effects that could’ve revitalized entire communities. With the future of similar...

A small plane crashed Thursday evening near County Roads 33 and 6 in Winona County, killing no one on board — the 62-year-old pilot was hospitalized after experiencing engine trouble during an emergency landing. Authorities, including the FAA and NTSB, are now investigating the cause, while locals are shaken by the second crash in the area within a month — the first occurred just last month near t...

A 62-year-old pilot narrowly escaped a crash in Winona County after his Glasair I RG engine failed mid-flight, forcing an emergency landing that ended in wreckage and hospitalization. This follows a deadly crash at the same airport just last month involving a pilot testing a new wing — raising alarms about recent aviation incidents in the area. The FAA and NTSB are now investigating to determine t...

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St. Paul is set to close homeless encampments starting August 5th, citing urgent health and safety risks like fires, overdoses, and deaths. Officials stress this isn’t an abrupt move — months of planning with county partners aim to connect individuals with services before removal. Volunteers on the ground warn that ignoring addiction and mental health issues only worsens the crisis, while the city...

A 15-year-old teen is recovering from a fractured elbow after being violently tackled and handcuffed by Melbourne police officers who mistook him for a missing child — despite having spoken to him moments earlier. Bodycam footage reveals an officer yelling threats before the assault, leaving the teen traumatized and his mother calling the experience “absolutely horrific.” She’s demanding sweeping...

A Minnesota broadcasting exec’s Facebook account—and years of historical content—vanished after an automated system wrongly flagged his posts about missing children and Holocaust survivors as child exploitation violations. Despite a failed appeal that offered no explanation, his account was permanently disabled, sparking legal action from the state attorney general as Meta investigates the glitch....

A wolf in Isle Royale National Park is turning camper visits into a snack break—sniffing tents, stealing gear, even crashing inside one. Park rangers are scrambling with noise, paintball guns, and stomping to scare it off, since this wolf’s ditching wild instincts for human handouts. With food safety and trash management now critical, authorities are ramping up patrols to protect both people and t...

Child drownings are rising alarmingly, with drowning now the top killer for kids under four and a major threat for older kids too. Silent, fast, and often unnoticed, these tragedies spiked post-pandemic as swim lessons and lifeguard training stalled, creating a dangerous gap in safety. From 756 in 2019 to 865 in 2024, the numbers are climbing—and even strong swimmers can drown, as seen in a recent...

Osseo’s city council is facing backlash over plans to build a new cannabis dispensary in the historic Osseo Press and News building, with residents furious about proposed property tax abatements to fund construction — even as city leaders tout future revenue from cannabis sales and a potential brewery partnership. The heated town hall revealed deep community resistance, including applause for a re...

A school administrator with a history of legal trouble is now facing fresh felony charges for allegedly sexually assaulting a former student between 2021 and 2023 — a case that exposes how predators exploit power, trust, and even gifts like cannabis to manipulate vulnerable teens. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@th...

A former Homeland Security agent faces seven years in prison for child sex abuse images, while a Wisconsin judge dodges jail time for obstructing an ICE arrest. In Brainerd, a man gets cited for shooting at a bear after it just looked at him. And ten years after Philando Castile’s tragic death, his family and community gather to honor his memory — a powerful reminder of enduring pain and resilienc...

Misfit Coffee in Minneapolis suffered a brazen overnight break-in, with thieves smashing a window, stealing the cash register and $2,500. Owner Parkansky, no stranger to theft after past incidents like stolen trailers, says this is the first time someone breached the shop itself — a devastating blow for a small business already teetering on survival. He’s rallying the community for support and ins...

Flash floods hit Mower County, Minnesota, on July 8th, dousing towns like LeRoy and Austin with fast-moving water that surged into homes, forcing rescues and claiming pets—but no human lives. Drainage systems buckled under the pressure, turning neighborhoods into watery chaos overnight. Now, Red Cross crews and local businesses are racing to help displaced residents clean up and rebuild, as offici...

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Ten small wildfires have flared up in Minnesota’s Superior National Forest over three days—with four igniting inside the protected Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. Though not massive (ranging from a quarter to 2.5 acres), they’re being actively managed by the Minnesota DNR, and visitors are urged to avoid fire zones for safety. Stay updated via the forest’s Facebook page. Listen in comfort:...

A Minnesota daycare owner just admitted to stealing $426,382 from a state child care program by faking applications and inflating employee hours—part of a larger crackdown that’s already led to 14 others being charged. She’s pleading guilty and faces 21-27 months in prison, with repayment of the stolen funds looming. The case is a stark warning: even well-intentioned public programs are vulnerable...

Two years after Nikki Anderson vanished from her Minnesota home while undergoing cancer treatment, her sister Autumn Lehrke refuses to give up hope—despite stalled official investigations and mounting frustration. Nikki, last seen in casual clothes and with her belongings behind, remains missing, sparking suspicion of abduction. While law enforcement initially focused on her ex-boyfriend, Lehrke n...