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Former Minneapolis Chamber leader admits stealing Crime Stoppers money as part of fraud scheme

Former Minneapolis Chamber leader admits stealing Crime Stoppers money as part of fraud scheme

The former CEO of the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce returned to federal court Monday, where he admitted stealing more than $200,000 as part of an embezzlement scheme.
by Matt Sepic

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Bezos foundation gives $2.5 million grant to help fight homelessness in Duluth

Bezos foundation gives $2.5 million grant to help fight homelessness in Duluth

Chum, which operates the largest emergency homeless shelter north of the Twin Cities, has been awarded a $2.5 million grant — the largest in its history — to address family homelessness in Duluth.
by Dan Kraker

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Tariffs, input costs put pressure on Christmas tree prices

Tariffs, input costs put pressure on Christmas tree prices

As artificial Christmas tree prices increase due to tariffs, demand for real trees has grown. But greater input costs and a set supply is pressuring prices up for real trees too.
by Hannah Yang

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Burgeoning GOP field for Minnesota governor grows again as attorney Chris Madel enters

Burgeoning GOP field for Minnesota governor grows again as attorney Chris Madel enters

Minneapolis attorney Chris Madel, 58, rolled out a campaign for Minnesota governor Monday with promises to shake up state government, cut taxes, improve schools, fight crime and end “open season” on law enforcement by prosecutors.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Dana Ferguson

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Central Minnesota priest accused of sexually abusing, stalking, threatening woman

Central Minnesota priest accused of sexually abusing, stalking, threatening woman

St. Cloud diocese leaders were told of concerns raised about Joseph Herzing three years ago. After completing treatment, Herzing was allowed to return to active ministry, where he continued to serve until criminal charges were filed last week.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minnesota Vikings waive veteran receiver Adam Thielen — at his request

Minnesota Vikings waive veteran receiver Adam Thielen — at his request

The Vikings announced Monday that they’ve waived receiver Adam Thielen — at the veteran player’s request. The team said Thielen wanted the chance for more playing time in what he says will be his final NFL season.
by MPR News Staff

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Thanksgiving weekend storm blankets Minnesota in snow

Thanksgiving weekend storm blankets Minnesota in snow

A Thanksgiving weekend snowstorm dumped several inches of snow across Minnesota on Saturday and Sunday. The National Weather Service reported more than 8 inches of snow in Rochester, 6.5 inches in Chanhassen, more than 5 inches at Duluth International Airport, and about 4 inches at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
by MPR News Staff

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Duluth's Chester Bowl plans to open new ski chalet next year

Duluth's Chester Bowl plans to open new ski chalet next year

Chester Bowl, a community-run downhill ski hill in a city park in the center of Duluth, plans to finish building a new $3 million-plus chalet by late 2026.
by Dan Kraker

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Snow continues across southern Minnesota during busy holiday travel weekend

Snow continues across southern Minnesota during busy holiday travel weekend

Forecasters say Saturday will a difficult travel day across southern Minnesota, especially in the afternoon — and that people traveling home from Thanksgiving gatherings may want to wait until Sunday, to give snowplows a chance to clear roads.
by Andrew Krueger

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