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Lt. Gov. Flanagan to Run for Sen. Smith’s Seat in 2026
Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan is running for Minnesota’s newly empty Senate seat after Senator Tina Smith announced this morning that she will not seek re-election in 2026.

Aitkin Stabbing Suspect, Stolen Vehicle Located in Ramsey County
Authorities say a man from Aitkin is in custody after stabbing a woman Wednesday morning and fleeing in a stolen pickup

Valentine’s Day Big Business for Minnesota Retailers
The day of love is near, and many Minnesotans plan to participate.

Program Helps 90K Households Pay Heating Bills
State officials say there is still funding available in Minnesota's Energy Assistance Program.

Costco Limits Egg Purchases
Costco is the latest retailer to limit egg purchases.

Nebraska Truck Driver Dies in Crash in Hutchinson
A Nebraska man is the victim of a deadly crash in McLeod County.

National Pork Producers Concerned About Tariff Retaliation
The president of the National Pork Producers Council is concerned about retaliatory tariffs.

Judge Orders Mental Competency Exam in New London Murder Case
The man accused of murdering a New London man during a carjacking attempt in Willmar last fall will undergo a mental competency exam.

Minnesota Welcomed Almost 130,000 New Residents Last Year
Minnesota welcomed almost 130,000 new residents last year.

2 People Found Dead in Pine City House Fire
Two people are dead following a fire Sunday night in Pine City.