Howard Thompson
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Snoop Dogg releases 'Christmas in Minnesota' ahead of Vikings halftime performance
Snoop Dogg has released a new Minnesota-themed Christmas song ahead of his Christmas Day performance on Netflix at the Vikings-Lions game on Netflix.
Kevin Garnett dons 'Black Trees' Wolves jersey in Christmas Eve video
Kevin Garnett got a Black Trees Timberwolves jersey for Christmas this year as the Minnesota legend prepares to finally have his jersey retired by the franchise.
Dakota County Sheriff's Office warns of spike in overdoses
The Dakota County Sheriff's Office is warning of a spike in overdoses this past week that may potentially be linked to drugs unexpectedly being laced with fentanyl.
One killed in Christmas Eve shooting at Dakota County home
A shooting on Christmas Eve at a rural Dakota County home just south of Farmington, Minn. has left one person dead and another hurt, deputies say.
USA Hockey exec John Vanbiesbrouck on home ice advantage in MN: 'We're normally Darth Vader'
As exhibition games are underway ahead of the World Junior Ice Hockey Championships in St. Paul and Minneapolis, Team USA is already enjoying support from the Minnesota fans.
Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy suffered hairline fracture in hand, will miss Lions matchup
Minnesota Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy suffered a small hairline fracture during Sunday's loss to the Giants and will miss this week's Christmas Day game.
Gov. Walz warns ICE could target Christmas Eve masses
Gov. Walz says the state is anticipating and preparing for increased ICE enforcement actions over the holidays, including the possibility of ICE agents targeting Christmas Eve mass.
Man facing multiple felonies after being shot by St. Paul cops
A Minneapolis man is now facing multiple felony charges after being shot by St. Paul police over the weekend along Interstate-94.
Man sentenced for 2023 slaying of ex-girlfriend in Owatonna
The man convicted of murdering his ex-girlfriend and leaving her body beneath an Interstate-35 overpass in Owatonna in 2023 was sentenced on Monday.
Anoka-Hennepin teachers set date for potential strike amid contract negotiations
Anoka-Hennepin teachers have set a date for a potential strike as negotiations continue with the district over a new contract.