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Minnesota (MN; 32nd - May 11, 1858; population - 5,706,494 2020) state capital - Saint Paul, largest city - Minneapolis.



26.04.2024 05:30
Handcuffed man's death in Ohio police custody captured on bodycam video
An Ohio man, Frank Tyson, died in police custody after being handcuffed and left facedown on the floor of a social club in Canton. The incident, which occurred on April 18, was captured on police body-camera footage that was released on Wednesday. The footage shows officers responding to a report o...



26.04.2024 04:48
Top QBs dominate first round of 2024 NFL Draft
The 2024 NFL Draft kicked off with a bang as the Chicago Bears selected USC quarterback Caleb Williams with the No. 1 overall pick. The Bears, who traded away Justin Fields to the Pittsburgh Steelers last month, hope that Williams will bring much-needed stability to their quarterback position. Will...



20.04.2024 18:07
California officers charged in man's death after 5-minute restraint
The Alameda County District Attorney's Office announced on Thursday that three police officers from the Alameda Police Department, Eric McKinley, James Fisher, and Cameron Leahy, have been charged with involuntary manslaughter in the death of Mario Gonzalez, 26. The incident occurred on April 19, 2...



12.04.2024 10:23
Minnesota man found guilty in Apple River stabbing trial
A 54-year-old man from Minnesota, Nicolae Miu, has been found guilty of multiple criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide, in the 2022 Apple River stabbings in Wisconsin. The verdict was delivered in court on Thursday after an eight-day trial that saw more than three dozen witness...



05.04.2024 09:35
California Dog Missing Since Summer Found in Michigan
A heartwarming story of a lost dog making an incredible journey from California to Michigan has captured the attention of animal lovers everywhere. Mishka, a terrier mix, went missing from her owner's workplace in San Diego last July, sparking a frantic search effort by her family. Despite putting...



03.04.2024 12:57
Officer acquitted in 2020 death of Manuel Ellis in Tacoma is hired by neighboring sheriff's office
A former Tacoma police officer, Christopher Burbank, who was acquitted of murder in the 2020 death of Manuel Ellis, a Black man who was shocked, beaten, and restrained face down on a sidewalk as he pleaded for breath, has been hired by the Thurston County Sheriff's Office in Olympia, Washington. De...



18.03.2024 11:30
Second man charged in theft of Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers
A second man, Jerry Hal Saliterman, has been charged in connection with the 2005 theft of a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz." The slippers were stolen from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, nearly 20 years ago and remained missing until the FBI reco...



15.03.2024 04:09
Woman accused of buying guns used in Minnesota first responder killings
A tragic incident in Burnsville, Minnesota, has left the community mourning the loss of three first responders after a standoff that turned deadly last month. The suspect, Shannon Gooden, who was legally prohibited from owning firearms due to a felony conviction, opened fire on police officers and...



06.03.2024 16:52
Rep. Dean Phillips suspends presidential campaign, endorses Biden
In a surprising turn of events, U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota has officially ended his long-shot 2024 Democratic presidential bid after failing to gain traction in the primaries. Phillips, a 55-year-old multimillionaire, had built his campaign around calls for a new generation of Democratic...



20.02.2024 15:09
Suspect who fatally shot 2 officers, 1 first responder was not permitted to own firearm
The tragic incident that unfolded in Burnsville, Minnesota, over the weekend has left the community in shock and mourning. Shannon Cortez Gooden, a 38-year-old man who fatally shot two police officers and a first responder during a standoff, was identified as the shooter by the Hennepin County Medi...



19.02.2024 16:38
Tragic Loss: 2 Officers, 1 Firefighter Killed in Minnesota Incident
A tragic incident unfolded in Burnsville, Minnesota, on Sunday morning as two police officers and a paramedic lost their lives while responding to a domestic call. The fallen heroes were identified as officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge, both 27 years old, and 40-year-old firefighter-paramedic...



07.02.2024 20:44
Snoop Dogg sues Walmart and Post, claiming they sabotaged cereal brands
Rappers Snoop Dogg and Master P have filed a lawsuit against Post Foods and Walmart, alleging that the companies deliberately kept their cereal off store shelves and concealed it in stockrooms to undermine their product. The legal action, filed on Tuesday in Dakota County, Minnesota, claims that Ca...



03.02.2024 19:17
US Avalanche Forecasters Promote Safety Steps to Curb Backcountry Deaths
In a harrowing incident near Yellowstone National Park, Wesley Mlaskoch, a snowmobiler from Willow River, Minnesota, triggered an avalanche while motoring across a mountain in the Montana backcountry. The slope above him collapsed into a thick slab of snow, flipping his snowmobile on top of him and...



03.02.2024 11:05
South Carolina's Democratic Primary: Biden Poised for Boost as Voting Begins
South Carolina kicked off the race for the Democratic presidential nomination on Saturday with its first official primary of the year. The state holds open primaries, allowing anyone registered to vote in the state to participate. Registered Republican and independent voters who choose to vote in t...



31.01.2024 11:34
Disguised as UPS worker, man commits deadly triple murder in home invasion
In a shocking and tragic incident, a former UPS worker in Minnesota has been accused of killing three people inside their Anoka County home. The suspect, identified as Alonzo Pierre Mingo, allegedly carried out the fatal shootings while wearing what appeared to be a UPS company uniform. Mingo now f...



29.01.2024 13:57
Mobster who stole Wizard of Oz ruby slippers avoids jail
In a surprising turn of events, a dying thief who confessed to stealing a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz" has been given no prison time at his sentencing hearing. Terry Jon Martin, 76, stole the slippers in 2005 from the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesot...



24.01.2024 17:24
Minnesota State Trooper Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting of Motorist
Minnesota State Patrol trooper, Ryan Londregan, has been charged with second-degree murder, first-degree assault, and second-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last year. The charges were announced at a news conference by Hennepin County...



22.01.2024 15:00
Washington state officers acquitted in death of Manuel Ellis to receive $500K to leave police department
Washington State Considers Ban on Hog-Tying Suspects After Death of Manuel Ellis In a move towards police reform, Washington state lawmakers are set to consider a proposal on Monday to ban the use of hog-tying as a restraint technique by law enforcement officers. This comes nearly four years after...



22.01.2024 10:36
Reformed Mobster Steals Iconic Ruby Slippers from "Wizard of Oz"
In a shocking turn of events, Terry Jon Martin, an aging reformed mobster, has admitted to stealing a pair of ruby slippers worn by Judy Garland in "The Wizard of Oz." The theft occurred in 2005 at the Judy Garland Museum in Grand Rapids, Minnesota, the late actor's hometown. Martin's defense attor...



17.01.2024 09:07
Officers Acquitted in Manny Ellis Death Resign from Tacoma Police Dept
Three Washington state police officers who were acquitted of criminal charges in the 2020 death of Manuel Ellis, a Black man who died in police custody after pleading that he could not breathe, have resigned from the Tacoma Police Department. According to documents released by the city on Tuesday,...



06.01.2024 16:54
Vatican finds former Minnesota archbishop imprudent, but not criminal
In a recent announcement, the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis revealed that the Vatican's investigation into former Archbishop John Nienstedt has concluded. Nienstedt had resigned from his position eight years ago amid allegations of covering up crimes committed by a pedophile priest within...



06.01.2024 02:10
David Soul, actor best known for his role in the TV series "Starsky & Hutch," dies at 80
Beloved TV star David Soul, best known for his iconic role as Detective Kenneth "Hutch" Hutchinson in the hit crime-solving series "Starsky & Hutch," has passed away at the age of 80. His wife, Helen Snell, announced the heartbreaking news in a statement, revealing that Soul died on Thursday after...



05.01.2024 03:43
Tragic New Year's Eve: 3-year-old boy killed by stray bullet in Tennessee
In a tragic incident on New Year's Eve, a 3-year-old boy named Brayden Smith was fatally shot by a stray bullet in his own home in Tennessee. The authorities have attributed this horrific incident to "celebratory gunfire," which has claimed the lives of innocent victims far too often. Little Brayde...



04.01.2024 16:17
NBA DFS picks: PrizePicks players to target in Nets-Rockets, Timberwolves-Pelicans
In Thursday night's NBA action, there are only two games scheduled, but they promise to be exciting matchups with superstar players on display. The first game features the San Antonio Spurs taking on the Milwaukee Bucks, and one player to watch in this game is Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama. Despit...



04.01.2024 02:32
State Capitols Evacuated Amidst Bomb Threats, FBI Deems Them Hoaxes
Rick Scott (R-FL), Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, and Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost were among the public officials targeted in recent days by "swatting" attempts, which involve prank calls made to emergency services in order to prompt a police response. In response to the bomb threats, Connecticut, G...



03.01.2024 10:33
Minnesota joins states in redesigning flags with new, non-racist state flag
Minnesota is set to get a new state flag this spring, replacing an old flag that brought up painful memories of conquest and displacement for Native Americans. The flag design, adopted in December, features a dark blue shape resembling Minnesota on the left, with a white, eight-pointed North Star o...



01.01.2024 18:10
Kirk Cousins and son rally Vikings fans with shirtless pregame 'Skol' chant
In a crucial game for the Minnesota Vikings' playoff hopes, injured quarterback Kirk Cousins took center stage before kickoff, leading the team's traditional pregame chant alongside his son, Cooper. The crowd erupted with excitement as Cousins and his son ripped off their shirts, displaying their e...



31.12.2023 18:11
Giants vs. Rams prediction: NFL odds, picks, player props, best bets
In a crucial divisional matchup, the Green Bay Packers will face off against the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday night, with both teams fighting to keep their playoff hopes alive. The Packers narrowly avoided an upset last week against the Carolina Panthers, while the Vikings have been struggling, losi...



31.12.2023 16:45
Illinois Implements Laws Banning Semi-Automatic Weapons and Library Censorship
Starting January 1, 2024, Illinois residents will need to navigate through 320 new state laws, some of which will have significant impacts on various aspects of their lives. One of the most notable changes is the ban on semi-automatic rifles, a law that has been in effect since 2019 but is still im...



31.12.2023 15:20
Jim Harbaugh evades NFL coaching rumors, adds fuel to return speculation
Jim Harbaugh, the head coach of the Michigan Wolverines, has taken a significant step towards a potential return to the NFL. According to ESPN, Harbaugh has hired influential agent Don Yee to represent him. Yee, who represents high-profile NFL figures such as Tom Brady and Sean Payton, has deep con...



31.12.2023 11:07
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31.12.2023 03:13
Presidential candidate Haley supports Iowa hoops star Caitlin Clark on campaign trail
In a recent campaign stop in Iowa, Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley made a major blunder when she confused University of Iowa basketball player Caitlin Clark with CNN anchor Kaitlan Collins. The incident occurred at a tailgating event in Coralville, ahead of the Lady Hawkeyes game agains...



30.12.2023 13:17
States set to enact new laws in 2024 on guns, fuzzy dice and taxes
Starting Monday, Illinois motorists can finally breathe a sigh of relief as police will no longer be allowed to pull them over solely based on objects hanging from their rearview mirrors. This revised windshield rule means that air fresheners, parking placards, and even the iconic fuzzy dice are fa...



30.12.2023 00:09
Over 100 stranded on ice in northern Minnesota lake, all rescued safely
In a dramatic turn of events, a total of 122 anglers were successfully rescued from an ice floe that detached from the main ice on Upper Red Lake in northern Minnesota. The incident occurred on Friday evening when the ice floe broke loose, leaving the stranded fishermen unable to make their way bac...



28.12.2023 03:11
Packers Coach Upset with Alexander's Coin Toss Blunder, Suspends Him
Green Bay Packers cornerback Jaire Alexander found himself in hot water after a misstep during the coin toss before the Packers' game against the Carolina Panthers. Despite not being named a game captain, Alexander took it upon himself to join the coin toss. However, his decision to choose defense...



27.12.2023 16:21
Sports betting expansion slows down after rapid growth in 38 states
At his suburban St. Louis home, Brett Koenig is frustrated. Despite having a sports betting app on his smartphone, he is unable to place a bet due to Missouri's ban on sports wagering. Koenig, along with many others in the state, believes it is time for Missouri to join the growing number of states...



26.12.2023 12:32
Blizzard Paralyzes Travel Across Northern Plains
A powerful winter storm has caused chaos across the Plains and parts of the Midwest, with blizzard conditions and heavy snowfall leading to numerous weather-related incidents. The National Weather Service has issued winter weather alerts for seven million people, warning of potentially damaging ice...



24.12.2023 18:51
Lions Roar to First Division Title in 30 Years
The city of Detroit received an extraordinary early Christmas present as the Lions secured their first division title in three decades with a thrilling 30-24 victory over the Minnesota Vikings on Christmas Eve. The win not only marked a historic achievement for the Lions but also signaled a signifi...



24.12.2023 16:43
Blizzard and Winter Storm Disrupt Christmas Travel for Millions in Central US
Millions of last-minute holiday travelers in the central US are facing dangerous blizzard conditions caused by a developing low-pressure system. This powerful storm, fueled by an El Ni?ħo-charged southern jet stream, has already caused problems in Southern California and the Desert Southwest. It is...



24.12.2023 15:08
Research reveals the holiday season's top 10 'unsafe' cities
According to a recent study conducted by Vivint, a smart-home security company, several cities in the United States have been ranked among the top 10 most "unsafe" places during the holiday season. The research took into account various factors such as property crime data, Google search trends, and...



23.12.2023 16:02
Minnesota professor calls to 'decolonize' and 'dismantle' the US: 'Go as hard as possible'
In a recent pro-Palestinian event organized by the Native American advocacy group, the Red Nation, University of Minnesota liberal arts professor Melanie Yazzie made controversial remarks calling for the dismantling and decolonization of America. Yazzie, who took the stage alongside several other s...



23.12.2023 13:41
Bengals vs. Steelers prediction: NFL odds, picks best bets for Saturday
In a pivotal AFC North matchup, the Pittsburgh Steelers will host the Cincinnati Bengals at Acrisure Stadium on Saturday afternoon. The Steelers, who have hit a rough patch with three consecutive losses, are in danger of having their first losing season under coach Mike Tomlin. On the other hand, t...



23.12.2023 06:35
Millions in Expired Pandemic Supplies Burden US Hospitals with Costly Dilemma
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the availability and management of personal protective equipment (PPE) in the United States. When the virus first struck, states were caught off guard and scrambled to acquire masks, gloves, and gowns to protect their frontline workers. However, as...



21.12.2023 02:14
Minnesota panel selects new state flag design to replace controversial flag
Minnesota State Emblems Redesign Commission Announces Selection of New State Flag Design The State Emblems Redesign Commission of Minnesota revealed the chosen design for the state's updated flag and seal on Tuesday. The new flag, which features an eight-pointed star against a navy blue background...



18.12.2023 18:34
San Francisco Prosecutors Charge 80 Protesters Blocking Bridge in Cease-Fire Demand
San Francisco Prosecutors Charge 80 Protesters Demanding Cease-Fire in Gaza In a bold demonstration of their support for a cease-fire in Gaza, 80 protesters last month blocked traffic for hours on the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge. The protest coincided with the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation...



17.12.2023 18:38
Bengals stage thrilling comeback in overtime victory over Vikings
In a thrilling matchup between backup quarterbacks, Jake Browning led the Cincinnati Bengals to a stunning comeback victory over the Minnesota Vikings in overtime. Trailing 17-3 late in the third quarter, the Bengals' offense had struggled to make any significant progress. However, Browning stepped...



17.12.2023 03:49
Bengals' Jake Browning Faces Steroid Test After Epic Comeback
Cincinnati Bengals backup quarterback Jake Browning emerged as the hero of Saturday afternoon's game against the Minnesota Vikings, leading his team to a thrilling 27-24 comeback victory. Browning's impressive performance caught the attention of fans and the league alike, but it was a text message...



15.12.2023 17:18
US activist and comedian found stabbed to death in Colombia after being held for ransom
Woman Allegedly Involved in Abduction and Murder of U.S. Activist Arrested in Colombia In a shocking turn of events, a woman believed to be involved in the abduction and subsequent murder of U.S. activist Tou Ger Xiong has been arrested by Colombian police, according to reports. The woman, who rema...



15.12.2023 03:55
US comedian and activist abducted, killed after trying to meet woman he found on social media in Colombia: reports
In a shocking turn of events, American comedian and activist Tou Ger Xiong has been found dead in what appears to be a kidnapping-turned-murder case in Colombia. Xiong, who was 50 years old and an Asian-American residing in Minnesota, was known to frequently visit Colombia. It has now been revealed...



15.12.2023 00:06
Mattel ventures into live-action movies with American Girl doll after "Barbie" triumph
Toy company Mattel is set to bring another one of its iconic dolls to the big screen with a live-action film based on its American Girl doll line. Following the massive success of the "Barbie" movie, which grossed over a billion dollars worldwide and became the highest-grossing movie of the year, M...

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