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Good Monday night! We’re heading into an unusually mild stretch for late October, with several days of sunshine and temperatures more typical of September. Tonight stays mostly clear and cool, with lows falling into the mid-40s. Tuesday through Friday look very mild to warm, with highs climbing from around 70 Tuesday…
A Wisconsin family is searching for answers after receiving what could be a Minnesota food assistance program card in the mail.
A Wisconsin family is searching for answers after receiving what could be a Minnesota food assistance program card in the mail.
Jaden McDaniels agreed to a one-year, $40 million extension with the Timberwolves that will keep him under contract through the 2029-30 season.
“Shocked” and “panicked” are the two words Sara Brinda used to describe her initial reaction to a letter she received over the summer from the State of Minnesota, which said she owed $1,600 to Century Community College.
A new audit found Minneapolis has not had clear ways to measure whether its Behavioral Crisis Response (BCR) program is working.
The holiday shopping season is right around the corner. There are smart financial strategies you can use to stick to your budget and avoid overspending, like setting a holiday shopping budget early so you can save later, Kyle Moore with Quarry Hill Advisors in St. Paul said.
It's Minnesota Home Maker Monday on Twin Cities Live, and Kelli is back with another remarkably talented local artist to celebrate. Kelli introduces us to Keeping It Together Pottery, the creative work of Melissa Gust, whose next fall drop is just around the corner.
Teena Anderson, owner of Anoka Meats & Sausage shares her French bread pizza recipe that you can customize to your own taste.
Fashion moves fast and fall is bringing a whole new wave of looks that are hard to keep track of — but don't worry, we've got you covered! The good news is that some styles are so classic they never go out of style, and that's exactly where the fun begins. Radmila Dolokhanova stopped by to share her favorite fall…
World Osteoporosis Day is just around the corner, shining a spotlight on the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of osteoporosis and bone-related diseases. OsteoStrong, a passionate advocate for bone health, is marking an exciting seven years in Minnesota. Reporter Kristin Haubrich takes us inside their Woodbury…
It's Pork Week on Twin Cities Live, and today the beloved classic gets a bold Japanese twist with a delicious baked tonkatsu recipe. This kid-friendly dish is surprisingly simple to make and packed with lean protein, making it a weeknight winner for the whole family. Doctor of Veterinary Medicine Taylor Spronk stopped…
Real estate mistakes can have lasting consequences for home buyers. Julie and Daniel Desrochers from the Desrochers Realty Group and eXp Realty joined the show to walk through some of the most common errors buyers make. Their goal is to help people feel informed and confident before making one of the biggest purchases…
Get ready because we're serving up a packed show with fall fashion trends, scary real estate horror stories and everything you need to know about keeping your bones strong as you age. Sweater weather is officially here and the show is tracking down the top autumn looks you will actually want to wear. And if you…
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With the regular season set to begin Wednesday, Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch believes his reshaped roster is prepared for an immediate test. The Wolves open against a string of big, physical teams, including a Miami squad now featuring Giannis Antetokounmpo, and Finch said preparation for that challenge…
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The NFL suspended Buffalo Bills safety C.J. Gardiner-Johnson for one game without pay for spitting in the direction of Las Vegas Raiders players during a game a day earlier. Gardiner-Johnson was ejected late in the second quarter for unsportsmanlike conduct following an exchange with a group of Raiders players…
No injuries were reported after Minneapolis fire crews battled an apartment fire for two hours on Monday.
The service member who died after a fall while rappelling in a stadium before a college football game in Texas has been identified as U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson. Patterson was a Tactical Air Control Party instructor assigned to the 6th Combat Training Squadron. The airman from Fort Stewart, Georgia, fell…
The service member who died after a fall while rappelling in a stadium before a college football game in Texas has been identified as U.S. Air Force Tech. Sgt. Ian Patterson. Patterson was a Tactical Air Control Party instructor assigned to the 6th Combat Training Squadron. The airman from Fort Stewart, Georgia, fell…
More than 100,000 people from Ukraine and Sudan can stay in the U.S. without fear of deportation. Their Temporary Protected Status was set to expire Monday, but the Department of Homeland Security says they retain protection until an announcement is made. This decision comes as activists and lawmakers argue there are…
Over 40 law enforcement agencies across the state are partnering to respond to recent gang and group violence in the metro area by using a new strategy.
Christiane Amanpour will be leaving CNN after 43 years. The network's longtime anchor plans to scale back her daily show, “Amanpour,” on CNN International to once a week starting in 2027. She will end her show in May and leave the network the following month. Amanpour, 68, will also end her PBS show at year's end. She…
Christiane Amanpour will be leaving CNN after 43 years. The network's longtime anchor plans to scale back her daily show, “Amanpour,” on CNN International to once a week starting in 2027. She will end her show in May and leave the network the following month. Amanpour, 68, will also end her PBS show at year's end. She…
The nice weather we had over the past weekend the Twin Cities will continue this week and into next weekend as the area remains in a southwest flow meaning the jet stream will be from the southwest transporting warm air north into the Minnesota and rest of Midwest. Highs this week will be in the
Buying baby essentials secondhand can be a smart way to save money, but a new Consumer Reports evaluation finds online marketplaces can be full of dangerous and even banned children's products. Here’s what shoppers and sellers need to know!
A man has died after he was struck by a combine on Sunday afternoon, according to the Scott County Sheriff’s Office.
In case you missed it: Our Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson, and Alec Ausmus went back-and-forth Sunday on Sports Wrap. Sports director Chris Long will return next Sunday night. It’s a fixture every Sunday night at 10:35 p.m. on 5-Eyewitness News. The first segment was focused on the Wild and Vikings. Will defenseman and…
A federal judge has ordered an 18-year-old accused of planning an attack at the Mall of America on behalf of ISIS to remain in custody after a hearing on Monday. The defense asked for him to be sent to a halfway house with GPS monitoring and surveillance.
is a growing wellness trend focused on maximizing daily fiber intake. Life Time registered dietitian Chella Wahlin joined Twin Cities Live to explain the health benefits and how to get started.
A father and his daughter are dead after after an ATV crash in Aitkin County on Friday afternoon, according to the sheriff's office.
About a century ago, White Bear Lake was a popular summer destination for Twin Cities residents traveling by railroad and streetcar trolley, and it attracted some well-known figures from the 1930s gangster community. The White Bear Lake Area Historical Society learned more about that history after the FBI released…
Minnesota is the place to be if you love wolves, because Wolf Awareness Week is here and the world's top wolf experts are on their way to the state. It's a rare gathering that puts Minnesota right at the center of a worldwide wildlife conversation. Krista Woerheide from the International Wolf Center in Ely joins us…
The University of Minnesota women's basketball team suffered a big blow its roster last week as the team announced Monday that junior guard Tori McKinney is out for the season with a knee injury that she suffered in practice.
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres has been delighting guests with their beloved Chicken Chanhassen since 1980, and that iconic dish has now reached a jaw-dropping 3.7 million plates served as of May 1, 2026. The fan-favorite recipe has made its way beyond the theatre and onto shelves at Kowalski's Markets. Emcee and actress…
Money Monday is here and fall isn't just about cozy sweaters and pumpkin everything — it's actually one of the biggest seasons for your wallet! Beth Perro-Jarvis and Mary Van Note from Ginger Consulting are spilling the secrets behind the three reasons retail sales go through the roof this time of year.
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity Monday because of the sensitivity of a health matter. The team placed Hurts…
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts is expected to miss the rest of the season because of blood clots in his lungs, according to a person familiar with the situation. The person spoke to The Associated Press on Monday on condition of anonymity because of the sensitivity of a health matter. The team placed…
President Donald Trump has directed the federal government to bolster federal research into women's health, a move pushed by his wife, Melania Trump. The couple appeared Monday at a White House ceremony at which the Republican president signed an executive order creating a women's health division at the National…
President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order aimed at bolstering federal research on women’s health, a move pushed by first lady Melania Trump. The White House confirmed it on Monday. The order will create a new women’s health division at the National Institutes of Health and a task force at the White…
The Supreme Court has rejected an effort to revive a plea deal for Khalid Sheikh Mohammed, the accused mastermind of the September 11 attacks. The deal would have spared him the death penalty in exchange for a guilty plea and life in prison without parole. Military prosecutors and the Pentagon initially approved the…
The Indianapolis Colts have fired general manager Chris Ballard. The moves one day after fans booed the team resoundingly and chanted “Fire Ballard” during Sunday’s 26-20 loss to the previously winless Tennessee Titans. Team co-owner Carlie Irsay-Gordon said in January that the urgency to field a playoff team this…
People who want the right to distill spirits in their private homes are celebrating the Supreme Court's decision to hear their case. The Supreme Court said Monday it'll consider if Congress had the constitutional authority to ban distilling spirits in homes in 1868. Plaintiffs’ attorney Robert Alt says the Founding…
A National Guard member has been shot and injured while trying to break up a fight in the nation's capital. Police say the person suspected of firing the gun Sunday night was shot in an exchange with guard members. Seven or eight guard members in a parked van were monitoring the fight. Interim Police Chief Jeffery…
The two leading candidates to be the next Minnesota governor met for their first debate Monday morning, just over two weeks from Election Day.
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Good Monday morning! Get ready for one of the nicest weather weeks we have seen in a while. We can expect mostly sunny skies and mild to warm temperatures all week. Our next chance of rain does not come along until Saturday. In the meantime, sunshine mixed with high clouds returns today. More sunshine and
Paris police say that they have issued an overnight curfew in two areas of the French capital “to protect people and property from the violence and looting.” The statement on Monday said that the orders ban gatherings and demonstrations and impose a curfew prohibiting anyone from entering or remaining around the Place…
The French prime minister has called for "very limited" and "localized" curfews after France's worst rioting in years. Sébastien Lecornu defended police handling of the unrest, noting that no one was killed despite severe violence. Lecornu said curfew details would be announced after consultations with mayors…
French Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu has instructed prefects to impose limited curfews in cities to prevent more rioting and looting. This follows a weekend of violence targeting city halls, public buildings, and businesses. Lecornu spoke after an emergency meeting with top officials, noting that no one was killed…
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says Russia launched ballistic missiles and drones to attack Ukraine's energy infrastructure again. He noted Monday that Kyiv received no early warning from partner countries. The attacks damaged over 10 energy facilities, leaving more than half a million people without power…
Somali-American police gathered Sunday night for a community conversation surrounding solutions to end gang violence gripping several Twin Cities and metro communities.
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Kirill Kaprizov broke a second-period tie with his NHL-leading 10th goal, Jesper Wallstedt stopped 13 shots and the Minnesota Wild beat the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-1 on Sunday night. Danila Yurov also scored to help the Central Division-leading Wild improve to 6-2-1. Adam Fantilli scored for…
After a warm, windy and dry weekend, we stay mild and warm for the next several days thanks to our NextWeatherMaker, high pressure which will reinforce warm air ushering in from the southwest. Winds continue to slacken for us overnight, making for a calm and partly cloudy start to your Monday. Expect clearing in the
Anthropic says it is committing 5% of its shares to a new “public benefit” fund, with the amount potentially increasing as its shares grow in value. It said Sunday that the shares will go to the Anthropic Public Benefit Fund, a new entity within the company. CEO Dario Amodei and the company’s five other cofounders…
St. Paul will begin its annual fall street sweeping Monday, with the city asking residents to move cars and keep leaves and debris out of streets.
This week on “At Issue,” Chief Political Reporter Tom Hauser moderates a debate between two candidates for Minnesota secretary of state, Democratic incumbent Steve Simon and Republican Tad Jude.
St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry expanded his lawsuit against Mayor Kaohly Her on Tuesday, adding a retaliation claim and new allegations about how the city handled the investigation.
St. Paul Police Chief Axel Henry expanded his lawsuit against Mayor Kaohly Her on Tuesday, adding a retaliation claim and new allegations about how the city handled the investigation.
President Donald Trump says he plans to close a historic golf course in the nation's capital for 15 months and redevelop it despite an ongoing court challenge to his long-ought renovation. Trump posted on social media about his plans to have the East Potomac Golf Course close starting Nov. 15 to make it, in his words…
The upcoming week of Weather in the Twin Cities will be Dry and Mild with above average temperatures Today through Saturday October 24. Average highs this time of October are in the upper 50s with average lows in the low 40s. Fall Colors are peaking now around the Twin Cities and Oak Trees should really
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U.S. consumers are uneasy about the increasingly high-tech ways that restaurant chains and major retailers are setting prices. Digital price tags are replacing paper ones in grocery aisles. Artificial intelligence tools help businesses decide what to charge by predicting how customers might respond. Terms like…
Minnesota is set to receive at least $214 million from a national Meta settlement, and state leaders are now debating how that money should be used.
Brodie Ziemer scored twice for the 20th-ranked Golden Gophers men’s hockey team during a 2-2 tie against the No. 9 Bulldogs Saturday evening from AMSOIL Arena. Wyatt Cullen and LJ Mooney each scored in the shootout, while Luca Di Pasquo stopped 2-of-3 attempts to win the shootout. Ziemer’s two goals helped the Gophers…
St. Paul police are investigating an incident in which a suspected gunman reportedly shot and injured his girlfriend before shooting himself, resulting in his death.
A grass fire killed four Canadian service members and injured 39 other people, 19 of them critically, as it swept through a military training area where soldiers were using live ammunition. Military officials believed the fire was contained enough to allow the training on an Alberta base to continue Saturday. But the…
Marcus Caldeira scored in the 86th minute and Minnesota United ended St. Louis City’s 19-match unbeaten streak with a 3-2 victory on Saturday. Rafael Navarro scored unassisted in the fourth minute then assisted on a goal by Jeong Sang-bin — his second — in the 10th as St. Louis City (14-6-10) jumped out to a
A special-needs teacher and student wounded in a deadly shooting at an Oregon elementary school remained hospitalized Saturday, but friends said their survival was a spot of hope in a community in mourning. The youngest shooting survivor is 7-year-old Saylor Graham. The director of a volunteer group that worked with…
The victim’s family said the hit-and-run happened around 9 a.m. Friday near Maplewood Drive and Kohlman Lake while he was visiting a family member’s home.
South Minneapolis restaurant Modern Times Cafe announces closure after gaining national attention for free meals during Operation Metro Surge.
No. 15 Bethel scored early, often and in nearly every way imaginable Saturday, rolling past St. Olaf 82-7 behind a dominant performance from quarterback Cooper Drews and a rushing attack that eclipsed 400 yards. The Royals improved to 4-2 on the season, with their only losses coming against nationally ranked North…
Minneapolis police are investigating a Friday night shooting near Lake Street East and Stevens Avenue South that left one man wounded.
Just as our Freeze Warnings were allowed to expire this morning, winds kicked up out of the south, allowing warmer air to filter in. We stay dry with plentiful sunshine and highs in the low 60’s heading into the afternoon. Thanks to our NextWeatherMaker, a big ridge of high pressure to the south, we continue
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The surgeon who removed Pope Leo XIV's cancerous tumor says there are “no clinical reasons” to prevent the pontiff from traveling to Latin America next month. Vatican media reported this after the pope returned to the Vatican from the hospital. Dr. Stefano Margaritora told Vatican News that the pope is expected to…
Pope Leo’s surgeon said there is “no clinical reasons” to prevent him from traveling to Latin America as scheduled Nov. 6-17. Dr. Stefano Margaritora said “the Holy Father has put his heart and soul into his recovery” and said he expected the pope to recover fully from surgery “in another 10 days or so.” As for a long…
Pope Leo has left Rome’s Gemelli hospital after undergoing surgery for lung cancer. On Saturday, he greeted well-wishers and patients as he departed. “I am better, thank you,” the pope said when asked how he was as he was driven away in a black SUV. The 71-year-old pontiff had the lower lobe of his right lung removed…
A proposed Metro Transit takeover could keep carsharing available after Evie shut down in the metro.
As the debate over how to regulate artificial intelligence continues, the head of the U.S. Federal Reserve is calling AI the most consequential change to the U.S. and global economy in his lifetime.
No. 9. Minnesota-Duluth beat No. 20 Minnesota 7-1 in Friday night in Duluth. Jacob Kvasnicka scored the Gophers only goal of the game in the first period, but the Bulldogs scored three power play goals in the second period after a 5-minute major penalty was assessed to LJ Mooney for boarding. The weekend series…
Attorneys for Rep. Ilhan Omar are asking the Justice Department to immediately return property that federal agents seized from her home this week, arguing that the search stemming from an investigation into her citizenship status was “neither justified nor lawful.” In a letter obtained Friday by The Associated Press…
More than a year after Mariah Samuels was killed by her ex-boyfriend, Minneapolis city leaders are seeking an independent review of how police responded to her repeated calls for help before her death.
This election season, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is giving candidates in Minnesota’s biggest races a chance to speak directly to you to help you make an informed decision on Election Day.
This election season, 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS is giving candidates in Minnesota’s biggest races a chance to speak directly to you to help you make an informed decision on Election Day.
Anoka County taxpayers will soon get a final public chance to weigh in before the county sets its property tax levy.
It’s rare for a U.S. Senate race that doesn’t include an incumbent to only feature one debate, but that’s the case in the race to replace outgoing U.S. Senator Tina Smith.
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty defended her Non-Public-Safety Traffic Stops charging policy as police leaders said it is preventing prosecution of offenses like illegal gun possession.
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Nearly $11 million, that's the early estimated price tag on the latest proposal to help hundreds currently living in St. Paul homeless encampments find permanent shelter.
For the first time since 1991, two teams with bottom-half payrolls will meet in the World Series. Milwaukee will face either Cleveland or Tampa Bay starting Oct. 23. The matchup comes as baseball owners push for a salary cap, which they argue is needed to help small markets compete with big spenders. Milwaukee, with…
Green Bay running back Josh Jacobs is getting removed from the commissioner's exempt list and will be eligible to play again Oct. 25 when the Packers visit the Detroit Lions. The NFL announced Friday that Jacobs would be removed from the list on Monday. The league’s review of Jacobs continues unaffected by the change…
A southern Minnesota man faces fraud charges after stealing over $75,000 from the Dodge Center American Legion post.
Banana Ball is set to return to Target Field in the summer of 2027 as the Party Animals known as the “Greatest Party in Sports,” will face the Firefighters, dubbed the “Hottest Team in Sports,” in two Banana Ball World Tour games.
The Minnesota Department of Health reports 25 new measles cases in two counties and urges Minnesotans to get vaccinated.
Katie Zacharia is leaving her role as White House press secretary after a brief and challenging tenure. She said on social media late Friday that it “was an honor to work for” President Donald Trump. A person familiar with the situation said earlier that Zacharia would be transitioning out. Her departure follows…