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Wild defenseman Faber returns to practice, reflects on fractured skull recovery

Wild defenseman Faber returns to practice, reflects on fractured skull recovery By KSTP Sports Wild defenseman Brock Faber talks for first time since fracturing skull After suffering a fractured skull during the preseason, Minnesota Wild defenseman Brock Faber is back on the ice. He took part in...

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House DFL leadership gathers Friday after electing speaker-designate, majority leader

House DFL leadership gathers Friday after electing speaker-designate, majority leader Emily Baude KSTP DFL House leadership gathered Friday morning after electing a speaker-designate, majority leader and majority whip. On Thursday night, state Representative Zack Stephenson was elected to...

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Coast Guard continues search after man reported swept into Lake Superior

A 60-year-old man is believed to have been swept into the waters of Lake Superior on Thursday afternoon, just off Marquette in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. The Marquette Police Department and the U.S. Coast Guard-Great Lakes are among the agencies working on the search. The Coast Guard Air Station...

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Minnesota House Dems claim largest majority since the Obama era, pick Zack Stephenson as speaker-designate

Minnesota House Democrats have chosen Rep. Zack Stephenson as speaker-designate, putting the lawmaker who took over the caucus after Melissa Hortman's assassination in line to lead the House when the new DFL majority takes control. The caucus also elected Rep. Jamie Long as majority leader and Rep....

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Minnesota researchers tackle non-emergency medical transportation

Minnesota's rural healthcare landscape faces significant challenges, particularly in non-emergency medical transportation, as highlighted by a recent study from the University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) and the Arrowhead Regional Development Commission. This issue is not just a logistical...

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'Domestic violence is a public health issue' | Local cases highlight prevention and awareness needs, advocate says

Court documents from 2018 show Lisa Thigpen was granted an order of protection because she feared for her safety.

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$Wild defenseman Brock Faber returns to practice after recovery from fractured skull — WCCO / CBS Minnesota$

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Wild defenseman Brock Faber returns to practice after recovery from fractured skull

The air in the Minnesota Wild’s practice facility crackled with a renewed sense of anticipation. On a late-November day, the familiar scrape of hockey sticks on ice resonated through the arena, a sound that had been noticeably absent for weeks. Amidst the drills and skating, one figure stood out:...

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Minnesota measles count soars, with 80% of cases reported in Todd County

Cases of measles have skyrocketed in Minnesota this past week. The Minnesota Department of Health on Thursday reported 59 new measles cases, bringing the total case count to 139 so far this year. It's the highest number the state has seen in decades. Nearly all of the cases have been reported since...

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Edina parents discussing childcare options at a community center, emphasizing family and community support

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Cutting down on childcare costs

On a chilly morning in Edina, Sarah Jensen buckles her toddler into a car seat, her face a mix of determination and fatigue. Like many parents in the Twin Cities, she’s feeling the pinch of rising childcare costs that threaten her family’s stability. Her story echoes across the community—an...

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A family praying together at Annunciation Church in Edina, symbolizing hope and community resilience after a shooting incident

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Annunciation family encouraged but still worries about new safety laws passing after DFL wins

On a quiet Sunday morning at Annunciation Church in Edina, the Gunter family gathers for a prayerful moment, their faces marked by both hope and lingering concern. Endre Gunter, a survivor of a traumatic shooting at the school, sits quietly beside his mother, Danielle, as they reflect on the recent...

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$15 million fraud trial on hold after defendant checks into hospital

In a case that has captivated Edina’s legal community and raised questions about elder care fraud, Gabriel Luthor, one of the accused, was rushed to the hospital just as a $15 million fraud trial was set to begin. The courtroom was packed with attorneys, witnesses, and community members eager to...

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Minnesota measles cases continue to rise among unvaccinated patients

On a chilly autumn morning in Edina, a mother hurried through the local clinic, clutching her 9-year-old son’s hand. She knew the recent measles outbreaks across Minnesota had many parents worried—yet she hesitated, questioning whether her child needed another shot. Moments later, she made the...

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Carson Wentz prepares to lead the Vikings against the Bills, symbolizing resilience and experience in a crucial game.

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O’Connell confident Vikings will have offensive success vs. Bills with Wentz at QB

Under the bright lights of U.S. Bank Stadium, Vikings fans will see a familiar face take the reins at quarterback Monday night. Carson Wentz, a seasoned veteran with over 100 NFL starts and a Pro Bowl appearance, steps into the starting role against the Buffalo Bills, replacing the injured Kyler...

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