Tim Walz opened Minnesota’s door to Somali immigrants as gangs became more prevalent
Critics of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, who was recently named Harris’ running mate in the 2024 Democratic presidential nomination, have highlighted the governor’s liberal stance on immigration despite the Somali gang problem that has plagued the Twin Cities for the past two decades. Somali gangs began to grow in Minneapolis in the late 1990s and […]
wins GOP nod for Minnesota’s 4th Congressional District
May Lo Xiong defeated rival Jean Rechzigel on Tuesday to win the Republican nomination for Minnesota’s 4th Congressional District, setting her up to face off against incumbent Democratic Rep. Betty McCollum in November’s general election. The race was a rematch between two Republicans who faced off in the 2022 primary along with Jerry Silver. In […]
Minnesota’s Rapidan Dam breach destroys buildings and roads
Several properties and roads along Minnesota’s Blue Earth River were destroyed by floodwaters caused by a dam break on Monday, and residents in low-lying areas were warned to evacuate the riverbank. Scary footage Shared by Fox Weather It shows the moment a powerful current along the river erodes its banks, causing a small building and […]
Why Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards can become next NBA icon
The Pacers, after playing a first-round opponent without a two-time MVP (Giannis Antetokounmpo) and a second-round opponent with more injuries than the typical rotation, have no expectations with a core that will likely never get to this stage again. The Celtics boast one of the most balanced starting fives in the NBA and are likely […]
Nuggets rip Timberwolves on road to slice Minnesota’s series lead
MINNEAPOLIS — The Denver Nuggets are too determined, experienced, proud and talented to let failure in the first two games be the hallmark of this series against the rising Minnesota Timberwolves. There were too many. This is what the defending NBA champions do. Silence the raucous crowd, accept the boos, and quickly regain momentum. In […]
Minnesota’s 19% ‘Uncommitted’ Spells Trouble for Biden
New editorial from daily beast We discussed President Joe Biden’s Super Tuesday performance and what problems Minnesota’s 19 percent of “uncommitted” voters could pose in November. “Why Minnesota’s ‘non-committal’ votes are a real threat to Biden’s reelection.” added a headline to the article From J. Patrick Coolican. “Despite being unfunded and a fringe organization, progressive […]
Minnesota’s Lutsen Lodge Resort had unresolved inspection violations before fire
Minnesota regulators say a recent fire code inspection found three outstanding violations at a historic lodge destroyed by fire. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety said the State Fire Marshal’s Office conducted an inspection in July and found seven violations. Founded in 1885, Lassen claims to be Minnesota’s oldest resort, with the lodge being its […]