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August 12, 2026 12:00 PM

The latest: Flanagan, Demuth, Klobuchar and Tafoya secure party nominations

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan and Michele Tafoya won their primaries and will meet in November's U.S. Senate race. In the governor's race, Sen. Amy Klobuchar and Lisa Demuth advance to the general election. See live results for all races.

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August 12, 2026 10:58 AM

Child, 2 adults dead in apparent murder-suicide at Hopkins daycare

A child and two adults were killed Wednesday morning in an apparent murder-suicide at a Hopkins daycare. Burnsville police also believe a 78-year-old woman found dead Wednesday is connected to the Hopkins killings.

by MPR News Staff

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August 12, 2026 10:15 AM

Joe Powers and Jess Garcia advance in wide open race for Rochester mayor

Powers and Garcia will face off in the general election in November, and the winner will be tasked with guiding Rochester through a period of tremendous change.

by Molly Castle Work

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August 12, 2026 8:16 AM

Rod Stewart cancels concert for Minnesota State Fair Grandstand stage

Rod Stewart has canceled his upcoming tour dates, including the Sept. 1 concert at the Minnesota State Fair Grandstand. Minnesota State Fair concert ticket sales have been suspended and refunds will be issued.

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August 12, 2026 7:15 AM

Minneapolis City Council to consider Heritage Park complex voluntary relocation plan

The plan would provide moving stipends for families to escape unhealthy living conditions at the complex. The 83 families who do not receive federal housing vouchers would be eligible.

by Seth Richardson

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August 12, 2026 5:45 AM

5 questions parents may have after Trump's latest vaccine move

Parents may be confused about the status of vaccines for their kids after President Donald Trump's new executive order. It's important to know nothing is changing right away.

by Selena Simmons-Duffin and Rob Stein

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August 12, 2026 5:43 AM

Alonso, Henderson and Encarnacion-Strand homer for Orioles in 5-2 win over Twins

Pete Alonso, Gunnar Henderson and Christian Encarnacion-Strand each had three hits and a home run as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-2.

by The Associated Press

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August 12, 2026 5:25 AM

David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor over progressive Francesca Hong

Moderate Democrat David Crowley has won the Wisconsin primary for governor. He defeated democratic socialist Francesca Hong. Crowley is vying to become Wisconsin’s first Black governor.

by The Associated Press

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August 12, 2026 4:00 AM

Are hacks of U.S. water facilities a new front in the Iran war?

A recent series of cyberattacks on U.S. water systems has exposed vulnerabilities across critical infrastructure during the Iran war.

by Jenna McLaughlin

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August 12, 2026 4:00 AM

Here's how gyms, salons and ice cream are changing America's Main Streets

Shoppers' changing habits are fueling a major shift in what types of businesses are occupying storefronts.

by Alina Selyukh

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The latest: Flanagan, Demuth, Klobuchar and Tafoya secure party nominations

Child, 2 adults dead in apparent murder-suicide at Hopkins daycare

Joe Powers and Jess Garcia advance in wide open race for Rochester mayor

Rod Stewart cancels concert for Minnesota State Fair Grandstand stage

Minneapolis City Council to consider Heritage Park complex voluntary relocation plan

5 questions parents may have after Trump's latest vaccine move

Alonso, Henderson and Encarnacion-Strand homer for Orioles in 5-2 win over Twins

David Crowley wins Democratic primary for Wisconsin governor over progressive Francesca Hong

Are hacks of U.S. water facilities a new front in the Iran war?

Here's how gyms, salons and ice cream are changing America's Main Streets

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