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Minnesota on track for above-average tornado season

Minnesota on track for above-average tornado season

An active weather pattern has spun up 48 tornadoes in Minnesota so far this year. Climatologist Kenny Blumenfeld says he sees no indication that the pattern will calm down in the coming weeks.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Heating up Thursday and Friday with storms late Friday

Heating up Thursday and Friday with storms late Friday

There’s a very isolated shower or thunderstorm risk through sunset. We’ll have another isolated chance mainly in southeast Minnesota Thursday. Friday still looks hot.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Less humid and lots of sun for the start of July

Less humid and lots of sun for the start of July

We get a brief break from the more humid air of recent days today. Look for lots of sunshine too. Temperatures and humidity increase this week with some storm chances too.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Dry at last; tranquil Tuesday in store

Dry at last; tranquil Tuesday in store

Breezy winds will diminish into Monday night, bringing a clear and calm evening. Finally, a dry day is in the forecast for Tuesday with temperatures warming up as we head into the holiday week.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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This company wants to be the first to mine the ocean floor, with Trump’s help

This company wants to be the first to mine the ocean floor, with Trump’s help

The Metals Company is applying for permission from the Trump administration to mine for nickel and cobalt beneath a remote patch of the Pacific Ocean. Other countries say the minerals aren't America's to mine.
by Daniel Ackerman

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Cooler Monday: breezes pick up with scattered showers and storms

Cooler Monday: breezes pick up with scattered showers and storms

After several days of stormy weather, we’re finally entering a much-needed stretch of quieter conditions. While some scattered showers and thunderstorms may still pop up, no severe weather is expected. Looking ahead, a gradual warmup is on the way, setting the stage for our holiday week.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Drop in dew points with cold front; continued chance for severe

Drop in dew points with cold front; continued chance for severe

An advancing cold front will drop dew points into the 50s, but there’s still a chance for stronger storms to develop in southeastern Minnesota tonight. The start of the holiday week is looking quieter with seasonal temperatures.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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