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June 27, 2024

ACLU Files Suit Against Willmar Officer and the City

(West Central Tribune/Willmar, MN) — The American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota has filed suit against a Willmar police officer and the city on behalf of a Black man who says he was unlawfully arrested for “walking while Black.” The West Central Tribune reports that according to a news release issued Wednesday by the ACLU, 39-year-old Derrick […]

June 27, 2024

One Injured in Renville Co Crash

One driver was injured in a two-vehicle crash in Renville County Wednesday afternoon near Granite Falls. The State Patrol says 61-year-old Thomas Miller of Canby was taken to Granite Falls Hospital for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries. Miller was driving a pickup southbound on Highway 23. The other vehicle was a semi driven by 45-year-old Denny […]

June 26, 2024

In So. MN, Lieutenant Governor Flanagan to Highlight Flood Recovery Resources

[ST. PAUL, MN] – Today, June 26, 2024, Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan will travel to South Central Minnesota to highlight local and state resources for those impacted by flooding. Severe flooding continues to have significant impacts across the state, with Southern Minnesota suffering significant damage. The Minnesota National Guard is assisting with emergency flood operations […]

June 26, 2024

Final Rock Of The North Has Been Found!

Congratulations to Scott Santjer! He found our final Rock Of The North and scored himself a cool $500! The final rock was hidden in Rice Park. Congratulations to all our winners: Rene Dollahan, Tanya Ostenson, Jill Giinthir, and Scott Santjer! Thank you to our sponsors: Schwietter’s Ford, The Salty Heifer, Riverside Bottle Shoppe, Fiesta City […]

June 25, 2024

Every Movie and TV Series Coming to Netflix in July 2024

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, the original Spider-Man movie trilogy and Cobra Kai Season 6 Part 1 are among movies and series new on Netflix in July. Read on to get the full lineup of movies, series, documentaries and comedy specials coming to the streamer. Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F—a Netflix original movie that premieres […]

June 25, 2024

Governor Walz, Senator Klobuchar to Provide Update on Conditions in Aerial Survey

[ST. PAUL, MN] – Today, June 25, 2024, Governor Tim Walz and United States Senator Amy Klobuchar will take an aerial tour of Southern Minnesota to survey damage following storms and heavy rainfall across the region. High water levels and severe flooding have impacted homes, businesses, and infrastructure. Following the tour, Governor Walz will return […]

June 24, 2024

Corps of Engineers monitoring flood conditions throughout Minnesota

ST. PAUL, Minn. –The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, St. Paul District, is actively working with its partners to monitor flood conditions throughout the state of Minnesota following heavy rains. Corps of Engineers water managers currently have all of the dam gates above the water from Lock and Dam 2 in Hastings, Minnesota, to Lock […]

June 24, 2024

Flooding mixed with sewage in areas of Minnesota

Flooding is causing major issues in numerous towns around Minnesota, including Cook, Waterville, Northfield, Dundas and Jackson – and in one small town there appears to be more than just water flowing through the streets. In Madelia, a town of about 2,400 residents located 24 miles southwest of Mankato in Watonwan County, local police have advised residents to stay out of […]

June 24, 2024

More No Wake Zones Issued on Meeker Co Lakes

Meeker County Sheriff Brian Cruze has ordered no wake zones within 500 feet of shore on several lakes in Meeker County due to the rising waters. Those lakes are Washington, Stella, Manuella, Minnie-Belle, Erie and Big Swan. The order is in effect for the next 30 days. “Slow-No Wake” means operation of a watercraft at […]

June 24, 2024

Name Released of Teen Who Died While In Willmar Facility

(Learfield News/Willmar, MN) — Officials have released the name of a 13-year-old boy who died last week while living in a state care correctional facility in Willmar. Edison Hah was discovered unresponsive at Prairie Lakes Youth Programs. The cause and manner of death are pending investigation, according to the Midwest Medical Examiner’s Office. The police […]