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May 27 2026WEATHER

Summer heat and sudden storms hit Minnesota

Minnesota is in for a typical summer day with high heat and possible late-day storms. Temperatures will climb into the upper 80s and low 90s across the state by afternoon. The Twin Cities metro might see clouds linger until lunchtime, but sunshine should return later. Early morning storms in southe

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May 26 2026ENVIRONMENT

How tiny living helpers could fix poisoned land

Mining leaves behind soil packed with heavy metals like cadmium, lead, and copper. These metals stick around for years, hurting plants, animals, and even people who live nearby. One cleanup trick is to use special plants that suck up the metals. But this method has problems. The soil is often too ha

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May 22 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Summer Fun in Downtown Minneapolis

Minneapolis is getting ready for a summer full of music, food and art. The city’s council has shared a schedule that stretches from June to August. Everyone can find something to enjoy, whether they like dancing, cooking or watching sports. The first day of the season starts on June 3 at The

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May 19 2026HEALTH

Better Ways to Calm Cancer‑Care: Comparing Mind‑Body Treatments

Mind‑body therapies, such as yoga, meditation, and guided imagery, are gaining attention for easing depression and anxiety in cancer patients. Yet no clear picture existed about which method works best. A new systematic review and network meta‑analysis tackled this gap by examining dozens of studies

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May 14 2026WEATHER

Sunny Days Ahead: Minnesota Hits the 70s

Minnesota is set for a bright and warm Wednesday, with temperatures rising into the low to mid‑70s across most areas. The city of Minneapolis will reach about 73 degrees, while northern parts stay cooler with highs in the lower 70s. Light winds from the north keep the air comfortable, and the sky st

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May 08 2026TECHNOLOGY

Drones on the City Watch: Minneapolis’ New Idea

Minneapolis is thinking about adding drones to its emergency toolkit. City Council member LaTrisha Vetaw has asked staff to investigate how drones might help with 911 calls. The goal is to see if a drone can reach an incident faster than people on the ground, give first responders a better vie

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May 07 2026CELEBRITIES

Stars from the North: Famous Faces Hailing from Minnesota

Minnesota, known for its lakes and cold weather, has also produced many well‑known people. The state is not only famous for its music and sports, but also for the actors, musicians, writers, and athletes who grew up there. Some of the most famous names that began their lives in Minnesota inclu

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Apr 23 2026CELEBRITIES

Lee Najjar, Known as “Big Poppa” on RHOA, Passes Away at 68

Lee Najjar died on April 18 at the age of 68, according to his daughter Katelin who shared photos and a heartfelt tribute on Instagram. The Miami‑Dade Medical Examiner confirmed the death, though the cause remains undisclosed. Najjar was a key figure behind the scenes of “The Real Housewives of Atl

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Apr 12 2026SCIENCE

Undergraduate Tackles Alzheimer’s with Data and Determination

Mina Mahmood, a junior at Indiana University Northwest studying neuroscience, grew up watching her father’s memory fade. His struggle with a cognitive disorder sparked her curiosity about the brain and a desire to help. During summer 2025, Mina travelled to Indianapolis for a student research progr

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Apr 11 2026ENTERTAINMENT

Song That Talks About Hope and Hard Times

Lee Brice’s new track starts with a simple idea that grew into something bigger. A friend told him about a title, “When the Kingdom Comes, ” and both he and his wife Sara felt it was right. They waited a year and a half, then one night Lee had a sudden burst of inspiration. He knew the chor

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