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This Day In History: Minnesota's deadliest tornado outbreak of May 6th, 1965 leaves path of destruction
On this Monday, May 6th, we are remembering an historic day in Minnesota’s history, one of the worst weather events the state has ever seen. WCCO’s Susie Jones looks back at that deadly tornado outbreak of 1965.
Minnesota legislators consider constitutional amendment to protect abortion and LGBTQ rights
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Minnesota Democrats have introduced far-reaching legislation to add abortion and LGBTQ rights to the state’s constitution in hopes of making it much harder for future lawmakers to repeal these and other rights in the future. The Minnesota Equal Rights Amendment was introduced last...
Strong winds and 70s on Monday, more rain on the way this week
MINNEAPOLIS — Monday will be warm and windy, and more rain is on the way this week.Highs in the Twin Cities will be around 75 degrees and wind gusts will reach up to 45 mph. Western Minnesota will be under a wind advisory from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.Storms will develop out west later in the day and pass through the metro Tuesday morning. More showers and storms are possible in the afternoon as well. The threat of severe weather will mostly be concentrated south of the Twin Cities, but there is a chance of stronger storms in the metro, too. Highs will top out in the lower 70s.Wednesday will be fairly dry, then Thursday will bring more rain and cooler temperatures.The weekend forecast is looking pleasant so far, with sunshine and highs in the upper 60s on tap.
DNR offers localized fishing reports as 2024 opener approaches
ST PAUL, Minn — Anyone who has spent time in a boat chasing fish knows that luck is always part of the equation. But knowledge and preparation also play a big role in the level of success, and the Minnesota DNR is ready to help as the 2024 fishing opener rapidly approaches.
Stillwater wants to host Minnesota's second social district
Stillwater is making a bid to host Minnesota's second social district. State of play: A new bill, introduced Tuesday by GOP state Sen. Karin Housley, would authorize the border city to follow in Anoka's footsteps by allowing patrons to carry and drink boozy beverages between restaurants and bars. What they're...
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