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October 7, 2026

Sunshine Today, Cooler Thursday and a Warmup Friday Across Minnesota

IMRN Weather | Wednesday, October 7, 2026 Minnesota’s midweek forecast features sunshine, mild afternoon temperatures and a cool night ahead. Northern communities will see highs in the 60s today, while much of central and southern Minnesota reaches the 70s. Temperatures will ease back Thursday before rebounding Friday, when a few southern Minnesota communities could see […]

October 7, 2026

 U of M Morris Student Faces Charges in Instructor Stabbing

A 21-year-old University of Minnesota Morris student has been charged with attempted murder and assault following an alleged attack on a percussion instructor. The stabbing was reported September 29 inside the campus Humanities and Fine Arts building. Authorities say the instructor suffered injuries during the incident. The charges are allegations and do not establish guilt.

October 7, 2026

Wild Lose in Overtime at Buffalo

Buffalo erased a two-goal deficit Tuesday before Owen Power scored the winner in a 3–2 overtime victory over Minnesota.  Danila Yurov and Maxim Shabanov scored for the Wild, while Jesper Wallstedt finished with 25 saves.

October 7, 2026

Fugitive Facing Attempted-Murder Charges Arrested in Baxter

U.S. marshals arrested a 24-year-old man Monday who was wanted on federal and state warrants. Ryan Henry James Davis Pacheco faces charges connected to a firearm incident in Mahnomen County, including attempted second-degree murder, assault and unlawful firearm possession. He was also wanted on a federal warrant for a supervised-release violation. The North Star Fugitive […]

October 7, 2026

Minnesota Lawmakers Seek Patient Protections in Health Care Mergers

Proposed health care mergers are drawing calls for stronger protections for patients and workers. DFL lawmakers gathered at the State Capitol Tuesday to discuss the proposed combinations involving Allina Health and Sutter Health, along with Essentia Health and HealthPartners. Community members and health care workers are seeking binding community benefits agreements. House DFL Leader Zack […]

October 7, 2026

Beringer Contributes 12 Points in Timberwolves’ Preseason Win

Joan Beringer recorded 12 points and seven rebounds as the Timberwolves opened their preseason Monday with a 116–97 victory over Milwaukee. LaMelo Ball made his Minnesota preseason debut alongside Anthony Edwards. Ball finished with 11 points, four rebounds and three assists. The game offered Minnesota its first preseason look at the team’s reshaped lineup.

October 7, 2026

Finstad Proposes Restrictions on Federal Technology Purchases

Minnesota Congressman Brad Finstad has introduced legislation targeting federal purchases of computers and printers from companies linked to the Chinese Communist Party. The Safeguarding Technology from CCP Influence Act would prohibit those purchases by the U.S. government. Finstad says the proposal is intended to reduce cybersecurity and espionage risks. His office cited previous Pentagon and […]

October 7, 2026

O’Connell Expects Jefferson Back Against New Orleans

Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell expects Justin Jefferson to return Sunday against New Orleans after the receiver missed Minnesota’s game against Miami. During comments Tuesday, O’Connell also indicated that Christian Darrisaw and Jordan Mason could return after the team’s bye week. Those timelines reflect the coach’s expectations and are not final game-status designations. 

October 7, 2026

Clay County Warns of Calls Demanding Money for Jail Release

Families of jail inmates are being warned about callers posing as law enforcement officers and demanding money to secure a relative’s release. According to the supplied report, one family member sent $2,500 through Zelle. The Clay County Sheriff’s Office says it does not seek release payments through unsolicited phone calls, payment apps or gift cards.

October 7, 2026

Minnesota’s Average Gas Price Rises Nearly 10 Cents

Minnesota’s statewide average gasoline price climbed nearly 10 cents overnight, according to the supplied report. The increase reflects the average across Minnesota, rather than a uniform price change at every gas station. Prices in individual communities may differ from the statewide figure.
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