Across Minnesota|News|
Richfield Smashes Pumpkins In Smash Hit Event
Before Richfield residents can throw their jack-o-lantern in the garbage, the city is providing a destructive, yet constructive alternative.

CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.
Before Richfield residents can throw their jack-o-lantern in the garbage, the city is providing a destructive, yet constructive alternative.

Saturday, Gwen Walz was in Hudson, Wisconsin at Hop and Barrel Brewing to persuade and turn out voters in the final stretch of the campaign.
The former president described how he would "protect" women, though he noted that his team had urged him against using the line.
Two tragic deaths of Minnesota children with autism are getting the attention of state leaders.
For hundreds of inmates, even when the door closes, an opportunity to learn remains open.
Za'Nari, from Minneapolis, was diagnosed with leukemia when she was three.
It might be homecoming in Gopher Nation, but another group on campus is focused on the war in Gaza.
Over a thousand participants will take place in workshops over the course of the week.
"In other sports, you have Mr. Hockey or Miss Basketball," said Raiche, "So we wanted to create a platform for dancers in Minnesota too."
In 2020, they got the winner right — but if you look carefully, they still underestimated the eventual Trump vote.
You've heard it all election season, Wisconsin is a battleground state that could help determine who becomes our next president.
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan says while funding has ballooned to about $267 million, the program is worth every penny.
"All the time, what the heck is under here? Because we had no idea," Ron Berger, who renovated Corral Bar and Riverside Grill in 2015, said.
Lithium-ion batteries used in electric bikes contain liquid electrolytes that burn at higher temperatures and for longer duration.
Ever since Jim Kulsrud returned from the war, he's flown a POW flag outside his home to honor prisoners of war and those missing in action.
The highs and lows of Minnesota's recent weather could have you seeing unwanted visitors.
"We know we could have done some things, right, but you shouldn't have to overcome to that extent," Minnesota Coach Cheryl Reeve said.
Now, Gabe Mier is back with those who helped him, picking out pumpkins and exploring in a reunion first responders do not get often.
In court records, the company said financial problems also stemmed from supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Redwood County Sheriff's Office says the crash happened around 8 a.m. near 280th street and CSAH 7.