(KWNO)-A screenshot of a social media post showing a gun and backpack was circulating among students in the Lewiston-Altura school district on Monday night. The Lewiston Police Department immediately reached out to school officials, and it turned out the post originated in Lewiston, Maine. Police in that city were already investigating the incident and had identified the poster. Lewiston, Minnesota Police Chief Scott Yeiter said in a Facebook post there is no threat to Lewiston-Altura Schools and thanked students for sharing the picture with their parents and making law enforcement aware of the post.
Lindell officially launches campaign for MN governor
(MNN)-My Pillow founder Mike Lindell is officially throwing his hat in the ring for the Republican race for governor in 2026. Lindell told supporters, "If you will stand with me as the next governor of Minnesota, our future will be amazing."...
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Wild acquire star defenseman Quinn Hughes from the Canucks in a blockbuster NHL trade
The Minnesota Wild made an all-in move for one of the NHL's best players in his prime, acquiring defenseman Quinn Hughes from the Vancouver Canucks in a blockbuster trade - their boldest action yet toward ending a decade-long skid of playoff series d...
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Recently identified WWII POW's remains to come home
A World War II Medal of Honor recipient from southern Minnesota, whose remains were only just identified this summer, will now be returning home to his final resting place next spring, more than 85 years after he left his home town.
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Minnesotans get outdoors to enjoy snowy start to winter
After some recent bleak years for winter sports enthusiasts, this season is delivering the frigid temperatures and steady snowfall Minnesota is known for.
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