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Stories from August 15, 2026

Scattered storms Saturday, brief break Sunday before more active weather arrives

Scattered storms Saturday, brief break Sunday before more active weather arrives

Scattered to widely numerous showers and thunderstorms develop as a weak cold front pushes eastward from the Dakotas. Behind the front, Sunday brings sunshine and more comfortable dew points.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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BCA IDs St. Paul police officer who shot man outside Regions Hospital

BCA IDs St. Paul police officer who shot man outside Regions Hospital

State investigators identified St. Paul police officer Jacob Pederson as the officer who shot a man outside Regions Hospital. The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension will provide its full investigation into shooting to the Ramsey County attorney.
by MPR News Staff

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Murray debuts as Minnesota's starting QB and Dart throws for a TD as Vikings beat Giants 13-10

Murray debuts as Minnesota's starting QB and Dart throws for a TD as Vikings beat Giants 13-10

Kyler Murray led a drive that ended in a field goal in his first game action since being named Minnesota’s starting quarterback, New York’s Jaxson Dart threw for a touchdown after passing a concussion test and the Vikings beat the Giants 13-10 in each team’s preseason opener.
by The Associated Press

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Feds spying in Minneapolis church may have violated court order

Feds spying in Minneapolis church may have violated court order

Homeland Security spied on a Minneapolis church in May as part of an investigation into alleged anti-ICE activities, potentially violating a court order barring federal agents from enforcing civil immigration in churches in their network.
by Jon Collins

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Wisconsin has first measles outbreak of 2026; 15 cases confirmed in SW part of the state

Wisconsin has first measles outbreak of 2026; 15 cases confirmed in SW part of the state

Wisconsin health officials confirm there are at least 15 cases of measles in an outbreak in the southwest part of the state. Measles cases are surging all across the country, as the anti-vaccine movement grows. The CDC reports 2,566 confirmed cases of measles already this year, surpassing last year’s total of 2,289. It’s the highest number of reported cases of measles in the U.S. since 1991.
by Molly Castle Work

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‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 

‘Until we have to move again:’ The journey from one St. Paul encampment to the next 

Marty Johnson and Chalsea Diver, like so many encampment residents, have needs that can't be immediately addressed by shelters — so despite the risks that accompany living outside, they saw no better option while awaiting a more permanent spot inside.
by Cari Spencer

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Showers and storms Saturday, comfortable weather Sunday

Showers and storms Saturday, comfortable weather Sunday

Showers and thunderstorms make an appearance Saturday before quieter and more comfortable weather settles in for Sunday and Monday.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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