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April 27, 2026

Fischbach and Osberg Gain Endorsements in District 7

Both the Republican and Democratic parties in the 7th District endorsed U.S. Congressional candidates. The West Central Tribune reports Republicans endorsed incumbent Congresswoman Michelle Fischbach in her bid for re-election. Fischbach was the endorsed candidate in 2020, the year she unseated incumbent Democratic Congressman Collin Peterson. She was re-elected in 2022 and 2024. Erik Osberg […]

April 27, 2026

WHCA Dinner Shooting Investigation

(ABC News/Learfield News/Washington, D.C.)  President Donald Trump, First Lady Melania Trump and other dignitaries were forced to evacuate after a shooting incident outside the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner Saturday night at the Washington, D.C., Hilton hotel,which has been the site of nearly every WHCA Dinner since 1968. The suspect has been identified as 31-year-old […]

April 27, 2026

Renville County Sheriff Running for Re-election

Olivia, MN: — Sheriff Scott Hable has announced he’s running for re-election as Sheriff of Renville County. In a statement, he pledged to continue his focus on community partnerships and excellence in public safety. He said “Serving the people of Renville County as their Sheriff has been the absolute honor of a lifetime.” Hable has […]

April 27, 2026

Litchfield Man Arrested in Drug Investigation

A 43-year-old Litchfield man was arrested Saturday after the CEE-VI Drug and Gang Task Force executed a narcotics search warrant at a residence in the 800 Block of Park Village in Litchfield related to methamphetamine trafficking. During the search, agents located over a quarter pound of methamphetamine and a small amount of cocaine. Authorities say […]

April 26, 2026

Twins swept by Rays

Tampa Bay finished a three-game sweep of Minnesota Twins with a 4-2 victory on Sunday afternoon at Tropicana Field. Tampa Bay only need one inning to score 4 runs to defeat the Twins.  A seventh-inning homer by Brooks Lee put the Twins on the board and that’s all the Twins would pick up. Twins starting […]

April 24, 2026

FIRST CASE OF BIRD FLU CONFIRMED THIS SPRING

Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza has made its first appearance in Minnesota this spring. State officials say the virus was confirmed last week in a flock of nearly 63,000 commercial turkey meat birds. The flock was placed under quarantine on Thursday, April 16th. This marks the first case in Minnesota since two flocks were affected in […]

April 24, 2026

Annual Flood Run

(Learfield News) Thousands of riders are expected to hit the road today (Friday) through Sunday for the annual Spring Flood Run. State Motorcycle Safety Specialist Jay Bock says this event marks the unofficial start of Minnesota’s motorcycle season. Bock says riders should “be prepared for the group ride. Get an idea of what the plan […]

April 24, 2026

Wolves take 2-1 Series lead over Denver

(Minneapolis, MN/Learfield News) — The Minnesota Timberwolves have their first series lead in the first round of the 2026 N-B-A Playoffs. The Wolves beat the Nuggets 113-96 in Game Three last night at the Target Center. Minnesota never trailed during the victory and led by as many as 27 points in the third quarter. Ayo […]

April 24, 2026

Twins fall to Mets

(Flushing, NY/Learfield News) — The Minnesota Twins lost for a second straight time in New York, falling to the Mets last night 10-8. Twins all-star Joe Ryan allowed seven runs total, but only four were earned in five innings of work. Minnesota trailed 7-3 heading into the eighth inning before catcher Ryan Jeffers powered a […]

April 24, 2026

Kratom Bill Heading to Governor’s Desk

(Learfield News/St. Paul, MN) — A bill establishing age restrictions for kratom possession is heading to the governor’s desk for his signature. Following the House’s lead earlier in the week, the Senate passed the bill 56-10,  raising the age from 18 to 21-years-old. Kratom is a natural product derived from a tree native to southeast […]
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