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Stories from September 11, 2026

Board again denies parole for man convicted in 1970 murder of officer James Sackett Sr.

Board again denies parole for man convicted in 1970 murder of officer James Sackett Sr.

Minnesota’s Supervised Release Board has again denied parole to a man convicted in the 1970 ambush murder of St. Paul Police Officer James Sackett Sr. The board’s meeting on Friday marked the fourth time that Ronald Reed, 76, appealed for his release.
by Matt Sepic

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Retired from Nordic skiing, legend Jessie Diggins tackles the Superior 100 mile race

Retired from Nordic skiing, legend Jessie Diggins tackles the Superior 100 mile race

Five months after retiring from professional cross country skiing, gold medalist Jessie Diggins is tackling another extreme sport, running ultramarathon trail races. The 35-year old from Afton began running the grueling Superior 100 on Friday.
by Dan Kraker and David Schaper

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Hail threat spikes briefly Friday night before cool weekend

Hail threat spikes briefly Friday night before cool weekend

Following the hottest and most muggy day of the week, there’s a mini severe weather window, in the White Earth, Leech Lake, and Red Lake Reservation areas. The weekend is considerably cooler, with more widespread chilly rain on Monday.
by Ben Cathey

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Minnesotans commemorate 25 years since 9/11

Diesel prices continue to set records amid the ongoing war in the Middle East — with the average price in Minnesota jumping more than 10 cents overnight. And hundreds of people in St. Paul gathered to pack meals for food shelves today to commemorate 25 years since 9/11.
by Emily Reese

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Lawsuit challenges intimidation of DHS observers across the country

Lawsuit challenges intimidation of DHS observers across the country

The sweeping lawsuit brought by Common Cause argues federal agencies are illegally surveilling and intimidating people who try to peacefully observe federal immigration enforcement activity.
by Jude Joffe-Block

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Minnesota's warm start to September coming to an end

Minnesota's warm start to September coming to an end

Through the first 10 days of the month, temperatures have been averaging from 5°F to 10°F above normal in most areas of Minnesota. The warmer than normal temperature pattern will end this weekend, and a period of cooler than normal temperatures will begin.
by Cathy Wurzer and Mark Seeley

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Politics Friday: How 9/11 changed Minnesota and the nation

Politics Friday: How 9/11 changed Minnesota and the nation

We kick off a season to cover the midterm election. For the next several weeks, we'll bring you interviews with candidates, voices of voters and some head-to-head debates. It’s just a taste of what's in store as Election Day approaches where the state will pick a new governor, U.S. senator and much more.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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150 years since Northfield's defeat of Jesse James

150 years since Northfield's defeat of Jesse James

150 years after the James-Younger Gang’s botched attempt to rob a Northfield bank, the Minnesota town continues to celebrate the citizens who stood up to the notorious outlaws.
by Clay Masters, Ben Revier and Matthew Alvarez

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Events around Minnesota mark 25 years since the 9/11 attacks

And a man convicted in the 1970 ambush killing of a St. Paul police officer is expected back before the state parole board Friday. Meanwhile, the city of Crystal is the latest municipality in Minnesota to stop using Flock cameras.
by Phineas Pope

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Trump wants to send Americans money. Congress and economists don’t seem thrilled with the idea

Trump wants to send Americans money. Congress and economists don’t seem thrilled with the idea

Donald Trump’s pitch to send Americans $5,000 checks should Republicans prevail in the November midterms is drawing scorn from some members of Congress — the very people who have constitutional authority over federal spending.
by The Associated Press

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Warm, muggy Friday with storms possible Friday night; cooler air follows

Warm, muggy Friday with storms possible Friday night; cooler air follows

It’ll feel like summer again Friday with warm, muggy conditions. A cool front will spawn some storms overnight followed by cooler air. We’re also watching for rain potential Monday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Why the devastating Boundary Waters wildfires are critical for a healthy Minnesota forest

Why the devastating Boundary Waters wildfires are critical for a healthy Minnesota forest

The wildfires that burned 70,000 acres of the canoe wilderness this summer left behind a charred landscape, but also set the stage for a rebirth of northern Minnesota’s boreal forest.
by Dan Kraker

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‘Best of what’s coming’: Native youth take the stage in new play

‘Best of what’s coming’: Native youth take the stage in new play

Stages Theatre Company, in partnership with Native American-led theater organization Mni Giizhik Theatre Ensemble, will debut a new children’s play. The production aims to inspire Native youth to pursue storytelling through the art of theater.
by Chandra Colvin

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Minnesotans' 9/11 stories remain painful, powerful 25 years later

Minnesotans' 9/11 stories remain painful, powerful 25 years later

At least 11 people with Minnesota connections are believed to have died in the attacks. Here are a few of the stories of Minnesotans who witnessed the terror.
by Stephen Smith

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MN Shortlist Sept. 11-17: Voyageurs star party, Wakpa and JazzFest return, a musical marks 9/11 and more

MN Shortlist Sept. 11-17: Voyageurs star party, Wakpa and JazzFest return, a musical marks 9/11 and more

An astronomy celebration at Voyageurs National Park, the Wakpa Triennial Art Festival, the Selby Avenue JazzFest, “Waiting for Godot” and “Come From Away” are among this week’s picks.
by Emily Bright, Chandra Colvin and Alex V. Cipolle

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