Swim instructor Mr. Blake accused of sending sexual content to 15-year-old

A 36-year-old Otsego man who runs a swim school for kids with special needs faces felony charges after police say he sent explicit material to a 15-year-old girl over several months.

Wadena cold case: $25K reward in 1987 disappearance
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The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension and Wadena Police Department are announcing a $25,000 reward from Spotlight on Crime for information regarding the disappearance of Carla Anderson. The vulnerable adult was last seen on Friday, November 13, 1987, after being dropped off at her apartment in Wadena.

Gooseberry Falls named best state park in the nation
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One of Minnesota’s most iconic destinations is getting national recognition. Gooseberry Falls State Park has been named the best state park in the country, drawing praise for its waterfalls, hiking trails, North Shore views, and year-round recreation. Park Supervisor Nate Springer joins us to talk about what makes Gooseberry so special.

Most patriotic states in America revealed ahead of July 4

Which state is the most patriotic in America? New rankings based on military participation, voter turnout, and volunteerism put one state at the top of the list.

What the U.S.-Iran peace deal could mean moving forward
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The United States and Iran have announced an agreement to end hostilities. Macalester College professor Andrew Latham joins us to break down what led to the deal, the role international mediators played, and what the agreement could mean for global security, trade, and U.S. foreign policy moving forward.

Newsom says Trump ordered DOJ to put him on 'hit list'

Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom said Monday that the Republican President of the United States had ordered the Justice Department to investigate him and his wife, putting them on what he described as "Trump's hit list." 

Air Force B-52 bomber crashes in Kern County, 8 presumed dead: Officials

A military jet carrying eight people crashed upon takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in Kern County, officials said. Officials fear the incident was “not survivable" for those who were on that jet.

New memorial in Ely honors fallen miners
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The Ely Arts and Heritage Center dedicated a memorial honoring those who died in working in the Pioneer Mine. 

How much sleep should you get?
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Dr. Andrew Stiehm with Allina Health discuss the science behind how much sleep you should get. 

Juneteenth sparks questions of financial freedom in Black community

With Juneteenth – a federal holiday recognizing Black liberation and the end of slavery in the United States two years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed– coming up on Friday, the disconnect between financial equality and Black Americans is still at large.

Man arrested after Eagan standoff

Eagan police say a standoff along Rahn Road ended safely Monday afternoon.

Anne Schedeen, actress who played mom on 'ALF,' dies at 77

Beloved "ALF" star Anne Schedeen, who brought Kate Tanner to life for millions of viewers, has died at 77.

Judge dismisses lawsuit by Yosemite ranger fired over transgender flag

In 2025, a Yosemite ranger hung a transgender flag on the famous rock wall known as El Capitan. The ranger was later fired and alleged that it was retaliatory and violated their free speech rights.

Missing boy found safe after search in Minneapolis

Police are asking for the public’s help to find a missing 10-year-old boy last seen in Minneapolis.