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Fleck likes Gophers’ progress ahead of season opener

Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck said he likes the makeup of his team as the Golden Gophers enter the stretch run before their season opener against Eastern Illinois on September 3rd at Huntington Bank Stad...

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Zandalasini scores 18 as the Valkyries beat the Lynx for 1st time in franchise history, 80-66

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Cecilia Zandalasini scored eight of her 18 points in the fourth quarter, Gabby Williams added 15 points, and the Golden State Valkyries beat the Minnesota Lynx for the first time in...

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Mike Lindell facing deadline for primary election recount filing

Monday night is the deadline for Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Lindell to officially file for a hand recount of this month's primary election results. The post Mike Lindell facing deadline f...

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Smashed vehicle window numbers keep rising in Minneapolis

Car window vandalism continues across parts of northeast Minneapolis as police work to count the growing number of smashed windows. Minneapolis police told 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS they are still calculating...

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Minneapolis to audit $11M in Public Housing Authority spending

The Minneapolis Audit Committee, on Monday, approved City Council members' request for an audit of public housing spending as questions grow over conditions at Heritage Park. The post Minneapolis to a...

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Korean Walking Tacos

Five Eyewitness News Sports Director, Chris Long, shares an easy dinner recipe for when your kids are on the go! The post Korean Walking Tacos first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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What students see this fall may depend on a policy fix as Anoka-Hennepin Board considers changes

Figuring out what to teach in Anoka Hennepin social studies classes could now hinge on the revamping of a policy designed to make sure students feel heard in the district.  The post What students see ...

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Small Space Big Style: Dorm Edition

If your college student is heading to the dorms, interior designer Katie Robertson from Oakmere House is sharing her top tricks for making the most of that small space. The post Small Space Big Style:...

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Breakfast skills for college kids

Sending your kids off on their own is a big moment, and knowing they can feed themselves makes it a little easier. Laurie Crowell from Golden Fig Fine Foods is here with a simple, nutritious breakfast...

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Tech that keeps families connected with Verizon

The school year has everyone running in a hundred different directions, but staying connected as a family doesn't have to cost a fortune. Verizon tech expert Kee-Lee Furguson is here with the devices ...

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Back to school at Rosedale Center

If you have kids heading back to school, Rosedale Center is the place to start your shopping. With more than 150 stores in Roseville, right between Minneapolis and St. Paul, you are sure to find somet...

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Easy Meals with Let’s Dish

If you've ever stared into your freezer wondering what's for dinner, this one's for you. Minnesota-based Let's Dish is making it easier than ever to get a real, nutritious meal on the table in about 3...

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Campus Ready: University of Minnesota

Today's show is all about heading back to campus, and we're celebrating with our friends at University of Minnesota Bookstores. Reporter Kelli Hanson found a mom-daughter duo going all-in on maroon an...

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Fake website calls out reality of ‘ghost student’ problem at Minnesota colleges

The threat of “ghost students” has become so prevalent at Minnesota’s largest community college that administrators now say nearly a third of all applications to the school are potentially fraudulent....

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8/24 Host Chat

It's our Back-to-School show! Today, Ben and Elizabeth discuss dorms through the years and how "over the top" dorms have become trendier than ever. The post 8/24 Host Chat first appeared on KSTP.com 5...

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Watch: Vikings LB Cashman, OL Fries look ahead to Sept. 13 opener vs. Packers, talk excitement deep into camp

Watch our conversations with Vikings LB Blake Cashman and OL Will Fries following practice on Monday afternoon. Practice No. 17 of training camp was light. ***Click the video box above to watch our ch...

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Some vets upset over cost to get name on future Veterans Memorial in Bloomington

Some veterans are upset over the $350 price tag to get their name on the Veterans Memorial in Bloomington. The post Some vets upset over cost to get name on future Veterans Memorial in Bloomington fir...

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Seasonable to start to State Fair week – Chris

Good Monday evening! We’re heading into a big week in Minnesota: the start of the State Fair. Tonight stays quiet and seasonable, with partly cloudy skies and lows in the upper 60s. Tuesday brings our...

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Campfire restrictions lifted for all of Superior National Forest

State and federal officials on Monday lifted all remaining campfire restrictions in northeast Minnesota, a sign that the threat of wildfires have subsided — for now. The post Campfire restrictions lif...

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Supreme Court sides with Trump administration on mail voting restrictions ahead of midterms

The Supreme Court is siding with the Trump administration in a case over President Donald Trump’s executive order restricting mail-in voting, though it remains unclear how much can be implemented befo...

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Coon Rapids Fill the Boot Campaign

The post Coon Rapids Fill the Boot Campaign first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Child falls off lawn mower and is seriously injured in Morrison County

A 4-year-old child suffered "extensive injuries" after they were run over by a lawn mower Friday in central Minnesota. The post Child falls off lawn mower and is seriously injured in Morrison County f...

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St. Paul Movies in the Park

St. Paul Movies in the Park The post St. Paul Movies in the Park first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Watch: Defending 6A football champs Edina have a lot of players stepping into bigger roles

KSTP Sports attended a recent Edina Hornets football practice to take the temperature of the defending 6A champions. We learned that the 2026 Hornets only return two starters on offense and two on def...

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5 ON YOUR SIDE: Testing top baby products

Caring for a new baby comes with plenty of decisions, and choosing safe everyday products shouldn’t have to add more stress. With growing concern about chemicals like PFAS, many parents may be wonderi...

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Few Sprinkles possible Today then Spotty T-Storms Tuesday morning.

A Warm Front moving east into Minnesota Today will bring the possibility of a Few Rain Sprinkles in the Twin Cities Now until 4 p.m. otherwise expect Cloud and Sun Mix with afternoon highs in the low ...

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Sports Wrap, Aug. 23: Vikings-Ravens thoughts, Wolves have new majority owner, and Twins swept in San Diego

In case you missed it: Our Chris Long, Alec Ausmus, and Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson went back-and-forth Sunday night on Sports Wrap. The Twins, Vikings, and Wolves all came up. It’s a fixture every Sunday...

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Minnesota Live at the State Fair

KSTP is excited to see our viewers at our building at the Great Minnesota Get-Together in 2024, where we have been broadcasting live since 1948. The post Minnesota Live at the State Fair first appeare...

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Twin Cities Live at the State Fair

KSTP is excited to see our viewers at our building at the Great Minnesota Get-Together in 2024, where we have been broadcasting live since 1948. The post Twin Cities Live at the State Fair first appea...

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Enter to Win Gopher Gear

Enter to win $160 in Gopher Gear The post Enter to Win Gopher Gear first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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Standard Vintage Market Event at the Galleria

Fresh off a wildly successful spring edition at the American Swedish Institute in Minneapolis, the Standard Vintage Market is bringing its curated charm to a brand-new home. This time, the beloved mar...

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The Sanneh Foundation

The Sanneh Foundation is doing remarkable work across the Twin Cities, transforming soccer fields into launching pads for community empowerment and real change. From tackling food shortages to helping...

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How to Save Money at the Minnesota State Fair

The beloved Minnesota State Fair is just around the corner, and Minnesota Live is helping you make the most of every delicious, fun-filled moment without breaking the bank. Chrysa Duran from Thrifty M...

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Hinckley Fire Museum

On September 1st, 1894, the devastating Great Hinckley Fire tore through a booming logging town and scorched a quarter-million acres in just four hours, wiping out nearly half a dozen communities and ...

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Iran warns of a harsh response to anticipated US sanctions and other Middle East news

Iran has warned that U.S. sanctions set to be announced would not bring peace to the region. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson says Tehran will respond harshly to expanded sanctions. This comes aft...

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Best places to visit in the fall: Stillwater makes the list

Best places to visit in the fall: Stillwater makes the list The post Best places to visit in the fall: Stillwater makes the list first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News....

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1 dead after utility pole falls on car, starts fire in Hopkins

One person is dead after a utility pole fell onto a car and started a fire in Hopkins on Sunday. The post 1 dead after utility pole falls on car, starts fire in Hopkins first appeared on KSTP.com 5......

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Flock camera debate grows as Dayton, St. Paul city councils set to take action

The Dayton and St. Paul city councils are set to address the usage of Flock cameras within their respective cities this week. The post Flock camera debate grows as Dayton, St. Paul city councils set t...

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Tatis homers twice, drives in 4 runs to lead Padres to 8-1 win, 3-game sweep of Twins

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Fernando Tatis Jr. hit two homers and drove in four runs for the red-hot San Diego Padres, who beat the Minnesota Twins 8-1 Sunday for a three-game sweep in a showdown of teams pushin...

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Nearly half of Minnesota experiencing severe drought conditions

A lack of rain this summer in Minnesota is causing lower water levels in lakes and leaving some farmers across the state struggling heading into the harvest season. The post Nearly half of Minnesota e...

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Proposed Minneapolis property tax increases differ greatly based on area

Some Minneapolis homeowners could see property tax increases above the citywide proposal under Mayor Jacob Frey’s budget plan. The post Proposed Minneapolis property tax increases differ greatly based...

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At Issue: Aug. 23 — First round of post-primary polling, 1-on-1 with Michele Tafoya

This week we got an early look at where the races for statewide office stand in our first KSTP/SurveyUSA poll since the primaries. The post At Issue: Aug. 23 — First round of post-primary polling, 1-o...

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INTERVIEW: Minnesota Wine Country at the State Fair

There's always plenty to eat and drink at the Minnesota State Fair, and this year that includes some new options from Minnesota Wine Country. The post INTERVIEW: Minnesota Wine Country at the State Fa...

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Sabathani Living History Museum nomination form

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeeTx61AwFHNbn9k0wRdr34W94QJ4UKKjewi-GogQaCQBwRpg/viewform The post Sabathani Living History Museum nomination form first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness New...

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INTERVIEW: Midwest Dairy at the Minnesota State Fair

The Minnesota State Fair gets underway this week, and it's a peak opportunity to appreciate all things dairy. The post INTERVIEW: Midwest Dairy at the Minnesota State Fair first appeared on KSTP.com 5...

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Yeboah scores 2 goals, Minnesota beats Earthquakes 5-1, snaps 9-game winless streak

SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Kelvin Yeboah scored two goals to help Minnesota United beat the San Jose Earthquakes 5-1 on Saturday night to snap a nine-game winless streak. Minnesota (7-7-7) won for the fi...

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Padres rally behind Cronenworth, France in 7th inning to beat Twins 7-5

SAN DIEGO (AP) — Jake Cronenworth raced home with the tying run on an error and Ty France singled in the go-ahead run during a four-run rally in the seventh inning that gave the San Diego Padres a 7-5...

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Brief warm-up ahead of State Fair

Across Minnesota Sunday morning, we’re expecting much cooler lows than we’ve seen most of the month of August. Last week, there were some spots in far northern MN which got into the upper 30s; this ti...

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St. Paul Fire responds to 3 fires in under 90 minutes

The St. Paul Fire Department was tested Saturday afternoon when it responded to three fires in just 90 minutes. The post St. Paul Fire responds to 3 fires in under 90 minutes first appeared on KSTP.co...

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INTERVIEW: Minnesota Farmers Union unveils 2 new State Fair items

Minnesota Farmers Union debuts two new foods at the Minnesota State Fair, including the Farmer's Muffin Top and watermelon mint limeade. The post INTERVIEW: Minnesota Farmers Union unveils 2 new State...

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