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New 50-cent fee on some package deliveries takes effect July 1 in Minnesota Starting Monday, Minnesotans will pay more for some large package deliveries thanks to a recent law change designed to raise more money to support road repairs. 9H ago

Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary opens near Red Wing Minnesota's fourth marijuana dispensary is now open just about an hour from the Twin Cities. Jun 25

Minnesota e-bike rebate applications close 20 minutes after relaunch The application portal opened at 11 a.m., and at 11:19, the Minnesota Department of Revenue announced it had "received enough submissions to fill the applicant pool." 5H ago

Developers look to attract first-time home buyers by curbing costs Dale Wills, CEO of Centra Companies, says affordable homes in and around the metro are often bought before they're finished being built. Jun 24

Dionne Sims seeks new owner of St. Paul's Black Garnet Books Black Garnet Books' Dionne Sims is looking to hand off ownership of her beloved St. Paul bookstore to pursue her next dream. Jun 20

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Faribault man charged in shooting death of coworker at Lakeville Amazon fulfillment center The 24-year-old suspect is charged with second-degree murder for the death of 22-year-old Ahmed Ibrahim Cariif, according to a complaint filed in Dakota County on Tuesday. 1H ago

Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier, who has spent most of his life in prison, has parole denied Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier has been denied parole after spending most of his life in prison since his conviction in the 1975 killings of two FBI agents in South Dakota. 6H ago

Man fatally shot in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood St. Paul police are asking for your help finding the person who shot and killed a man in the Payne-Phalen neighborhood Monday night. 11H ago

What happens when someone's gun rights are restored — or denied — in Minnesota WCCO went through case after case from 2019 through 2023. Of the rights restored, two people had a gun offense after — both misdemeanors. 18H ago

Police investigating after body found near St. Cloud Tech High School Police in St. Cloud are investigating after finding a body near Tech High School on Monday. 21H ago

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Wisconsin Supreme Court will consider if 175-year-old law bans abortion Abortion advocates stand an excellent chance of prevailing in both cases given the high court's liberal tilt and remarks a liberal justice made on the campaign trail about how she supports abortion rights. 3H ago

FDA approves new Alzheimer's treatment from Eli Lilly FDA approval of the new Alzheimer's treatment, which will be branded as Kisunla, follows years of setbacks. 4H ago

Rep. Angie Craig, Sen. Amy Klobuchar introduce bill to prevent fentanyl trafficking on social media The legislation is an effort to curb the opioid epidemic, especially among young people. 4H ago

White House proposes rule to protect workers from extreme heat Measure would protect an estimated 36 million and represent first major federal safety standard of its kind. 7H ago

Olympic athletes work with psychologists to keep their head in the game In the 2021 Summer Olympics, Simone Biles withdrew from the women's team finals because of mental health challenges. It's a common battle for athletes, especially competing at the highest level. 22H ago

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Valleyfair in Shakopee cancels 4th of July fireworks due to flooding Valleyfair in Shakopee is canceling its Fourth of July fireworks show due to flooding impacts. Jun 28

Jon Pardi, special guest Mackenzie Porter to play Minnesota State Fair Grandstand Multi-platinum country singer and songwriter Jon Pardi with special guest and rising country star Mackenzie Porter will be at the Minnesota State Fair for this summer's Grandstand Concert Series. Jun 26

CBS News 24/7 debuts flagship show with immersive AR/VR format "CBS News 24/7," a daily flagship show featuring live reporting from CBS News and Stations' local-to-global newsrooms, brings viewers a dynamic and immersive news experience. Jun 26

Prince to posthumously receive star on Hollywood Walk of Fame While the music world is still wrapping up celebrations of the 40th anniversary of Prince's landmark "Purple Rain," another honor has been announced for the late Minneapolis rock superstar: a star on Hollywood's Walk of Fame. Jun 25

"The Sopranos" at 25: Looking back on TV's greatest hour In 1999, a series about a New Jersey crime family premiered on HBO; it would change television. Series creator David Chase, and stars Edie Falco, Steven Van Zandt, Michael Imperioli and Steve Schirripa, discuss the personal and cultural impact of "The Sopranos." Jun 23

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