Stillwater, MN|News|
Bremer Bank To Lay Off 244 Employees At Lake Elmo Location
The job cuts are tied to Old National Bank’s acquisition of Bremer, with layoffs beginning in October, according to state filings.
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William Bornhoft, Patch Staff
- Southwest Minneapolis, MN
Patch's Minnesota Editor, casting my watchful gaze on the Twin Cities metro area and beyond.
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Across Wisconsin, WI|News|
Wisconsin Among Happiest States, With Strong Health And Steady Work Conditions
The report compared all 50 states across 30 metrics, from depression rates and sleep quality to work hours, divorce, and volunteerism.
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Across Minnesota, MN|News|
Minnesota Among Happiest States, Boasts One of Nation’s Lowest Divorce Rates
The report examined 30 metrics of well-being, including depression rates, divorce, work hours, and volunteerism.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
From Minnesota Living Rooms, Men Led Murderous Rampage To Start New Country: Feds
Prosecutors say Benedict Nwana Kuah and Pascal Kikishy Wongbi raised money and directed deadly attacks overseas.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
Watch: Funeral For 8-Year-Old Annunciation Student Fletcher Merkel
Funeral services for Fletcher Merkel, 8, are being live-streamed Sunday from Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
Sophia Forchas Could Be '3rd Fatality' In Annunciation Shooting, But Surgeon Sees ‘Rays of Hope’
The neurosurgeon says 12-year-old Sophia Forchas remains critical but is showing early signs of progress.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
2 Top Anchors Out At KARE 11 As Layoffs Hit Sports, Weather Desks
Two familiar faces are leaving KARE 11 as the station makes big cuts.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
Students Across Twin Cities To Walkout Against Gun Violence Friday
Demonstrations at multiple Twin Cities schools are set to include rallies, moments of silence, and calls for gun reform.
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Rochester-Mason City, MN|News|
Holy Spirit Catholic School Evacuated After Hoax Calls In Rochester, MN
Students and staff were evacuated Thursday morning after police received reports of concerning calls.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
Gunman Carjacks Woman, Fires Shots Before Deadly Crash In Minneapolis
Two women were killed and a boy was injured after a suspect fleeing police slammed into their vehicle Thursday morning.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
‘Urgent Prayer’ Needed For Sophia Forchas In ‘Most Crucial’ Day After Annunciation Shooting
Sophia Forchas remains in critical condition after surgery, as her family pleads for prayers and support.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
Listen: KDWB Replays Fletcher Merkel’s Joyful Radio Clip After Father’s Call
Jesse Merkel asked KDWB to replay a fireworks contest clip with his son Fletcher’s voice.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
'Please Wear Bright Colors': Funeral For Annunciation Student Fletcher Merkel Announced
Fletcher’s obituary says he had "sparkling blue eyes" and an "infectious smile" that lit up every room.
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Saint Paul, MN|News|
Minnesota’s Tommy Brennan Schneeman Joins 'Saturday Night Live'
Minnesota comedian Tommy Brennan Schneeman was named to the Saturday Night Live cast just two months after his Fallon appearance.
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Milwaukee, WI|News|
'Pockets Of Wild': Winter Forecast For WI Released By Old Farmer's Almanac
The latest 2025 long-range outlook from The Old Farmer’s Almanac is out.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
'Pockets Of Wild': Winter Forecast For MN Released By Old Farmer's Almanac
The latest 2025 long-range outlook from The Old Farmer’s Almanac is out.
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Minneapolis, MN|News|
Major Twin Cities Freeway Closures This Weekend: I-94, I-35E And I-494
Both downtown St. Paul and the south metro will see freeway closures as MnDOT continues bridge and drainage work.
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Eagan, MN|News|
Video: Eagan Police Deploy 'Grappler' For First Time, Snag U-Haul Trailer In Pursuit
The device, mounted on a police SUV, wrapped around a truck’s tire and ended a chase that started with a red-light violation, police said.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
PHOTOS: JD Vance, Second Lady Visit Annunciation Catholic Church In Minneapolis
JD Vance and his wife laid flowers at Annunciation Catholic Church before holding private meetings with grieving families.
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Southwest Minneapolis|News|
Centrex Rehab Dissolving Operations, Layoffs To Hit 311 Minnesota Workers
More than 300 employees at Centrex Rehab just learned their jobs are ending this fall, state records show.
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