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Stories from August 8, 2026

Minnesota's Larry Fitzgerald inducted to Pro Football Hall of Fame, honors Minneapolis roots

Minnesota's Larry Fitzgerald inducted to Pro Football Hall of Fame, honors Minneapolis roots

Larry Fitzgerald, a Holy Angels graduate and 17-year Arizona Cardinals star, was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame on Saturday, acknowledging his Minneapolis roots and the mentors—from his late father, sports journalist Larry Fitzgerald Sr., to Vikings legends and coaches—who shaped his journey to becoming the NFL's second all-time leading receiver.
by The Associated Press

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Overnight storm chances with marginal severe weather threat

Overnight storm chances with marginal severe weather threat

Minnesota remains locked into a somewhat active weather pattern, bringing periodic chances for showers and thunderstorms through the upcoming week. While there will be several opportunities for rain, there will also be plenty of dry hours mixed in. Temperatures are expected to stay close to seasonal averages through midweek before trending slightly cooler by next weekend.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Senate approves funding bill including hemp ban delay to avoid a shutdown before the election

Senate approves funding bill including hemp ban delay to avoid a shutdown before the election

The Senate passed an overnight vote on a temporary funding bill that would keep federal agencies operating through December 11 and avoid a government shutdown, though the measure still requires House approval and the president's signature.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Pleasant weekend start gives way to unsettled weather

Pleasant weekend start gives way to unsettled weather

Plenty of sunshine, low humidity, and temperatures in the lower 80s will make for a nearly perfect August day to spend outside. It’s the kind of forecast that reminds us summer still has plenty left to offer.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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MSU Mankato to cut 60 positions to close $22 million budget deficit

MSU Mankato to cut 60 positions to close $22 million budget deficit

MSU Mankato is facing at $22 million budget deficit so the university's president is proposing to cut 60 jobs. Most of the cuts will come from closing or not filling vacant positions but 17 employees may be laid off. Others will be offered early retirement packages.
by Hannah Yang

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