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Nobody was injured after shots were fired Monday night at a gas station just down the road from Eden Prairie High School, where a shooting occurred last week during a homecoming football game.
Two people are dead after a crash in Isanti County on Monday afternoon. The post 2 dead after crash between pickup truck, semi in Isanti County first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .
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A Somali community leader is urging residents and policymakers to focus on solutions rather than political rhetoric after last week's shooting in Eden Prairie, saying the violence reflects a troubling pattern that has increasingly affected Minnesota's Somali community.
Metro Transit police said an arrest could be coming soon after a deadly shooting on a Green Line train this weekend.
The Vikings are unbeaten through four games, but head coach Kevin O’Connell made it clear Monday that his focus is on improvement, not celebration. “We’re very excited about being a 4-0 team,” O’Connell said. “But at the same time, we know there’s so much work to be done.” That next challenge comes this week on
The stunning Artisan Home Tour is officially underway, and this year’s lineup of breathtaking homes is full of inspiration around every corner. Twin Cities Live’s Kelli takes us from a gorgeous Wayzata home to house number nine on the tour, a picture-perfect five bedroom, five bathroom gem nestled in Medina. The…
Today's Inspired Living show on Twin Cities Live is a beautiful reminder that while dream homes inspire us, safe and stable housing is something everyone deserves. The Housing First Minnesota Foundation works tirelessly to make that a reality for those in need. Sofia Humfries joins us to share how the foundation is…
Elevating your home's decor doesn't have to mean draining your wallet, and knowing where to splurge versus save can make all the difference. Heather Fox, a former HGTV host, local interior designer and co-owner of Foxwell Studio and Shoppe, now located in Galleria, joins us with beautiful ideas for layering in the…
Reporter Kelli Hanson has been live all hour inside a stunning Wayzata home featured on this fall's Artisan Home Tour. The tour runs Fridays through Sundays all month long, starting this weekend, and this gorgeous stop is number three on the route. Kelli is helping viewers map out the tour so they can make the most of…
It's Inspired Living week on Twin Cities Live, presented by the Artisan Home Tour, and today the focus is on transforming your space with the rich, vibrant beauty of fall florals and lush greens.
Get ready to dream big because the Artisan Home Tour is here and it might just make you want to redecorate everything you own. Kelli got a firsthand look inside a jaw-dropping nearly 6,500 square foot home in Wayzata and let’s just say she’s ready to move right in. The Fall Artisan Home Tour runs
It’s our Inspired Living Show so we decided to play a game about some of the crazy houses around the world. Would you live in them? Okay – or No Way!
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Minnesota's top human services official is defending the state's efforts to combat fraud, while also demanding more transparency from the federal government as the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services continues to withhold nearly $550 million in Medicaid funding.
A jury on Monday convicted a man on all counts for his role in a murder that stemmed from a road rage confrontation in St. Paul.
An outside law firm's investigation into allegations brought against St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her cost nearly $44,000, according to an invoice obtained by 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS.
Good Monday evening! The weekend is behind us, and we’re starting the new week with a remarkably quiet stretch of October weather ahead. Tonight stays partly cloudy and seasonably mild, with lows falling into the upper 50s. Tuesday will feel much more like late summer than October. Expect plenty of sunshine with highs…
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A new federal indictment accuses a Minnesota man of taking part in a child meal fraud scheme tied to Feeding Our Future and using the money to buy a car and a home, among other things.
A 28-year-old man was sentenced to 40 years in jail on Monday for the murder of a 19-year-old man in 2025.
The NFL has suspended two officials for conduct toward players on the Arizona Cardinals and Minnesota Vikings on Sunday.
Rachael Perron from Kowalski's Market shares a recipe that's perfect for a weeknight supper or even football Sunday.
The Minnesota Vikings may have to fill two big holes on their offensive line for their upcoming matchup with the New Orleans Saints.
After a chilly start, we continue to warm substantially for the afternoon timeframe. Expect dry and mild conditions with highs in the upper 60’s. By Tuesday, the warming trend continues with afternoon highs climbing into the mid 70’s. At this point our next best rain chance doesn’t arrive until Friday with even warmer…
Buy Now, Pay Later is becoming an increasingly popular way to borrow, especially as many consumers look for ways to stretch their budgets. These plans may seem more convenient than traditional credit, but they can also make it easier to take on payments that may be harder to afford later. And with holiday spending…
A 20-year-old Ramsey man is facing sexual assault and kidnapping charges after an incident in Ramsey and another in Coon Rapids, according to the Anoka County Sheriff's Office.
A judge has delayed the state court trial start date until next year for Vance Boelter, the man who has already been convicted in federal court in last summer’s lawmaker attacks.
For nearly 70 years, the streetcar was a beloved and bustling part of everyday life in Minnesota before services came to a halt in 1954 and most of the historic trolleys were lost forever. The Minnesota Streetcar Museum was founded in 1971 and has lovingly restored a handful of those surviving cars to their original…
If art is your thing, there is a Minneapolis spot you absolutely need to know about — it is where artists go to create, connect and show off their work. The exhibition on display right now is turning heads with pieces made using encaustic paint. Artist Jodi Reeb joins us to break it all down and give us a closer look…
The kitchen may be the heart of the home, but it's also the most common place for dangerous home fires to spark. For Fire Safety Week, Communications specialist Kat Barrett from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety stopped by to share essential cooking safety tips to help keep your family and home protected.
Jack's Basket is a heartwarming organization dedicated to surrounding parents of children with Down syndrome with meaningful support and community. Founder Carissa Carroll joins us to share the inspiring growth and success the organization has experienced since its beginnings. For more information on their gala, click…
One of the most iconic and beloved homes in Minnesota is now open for overnight stays. The legendary Mary Tyler Moore house in Minneapolis has become a dream destination for fans and visitors alike. Five Eyewitness News’ Joe Mazan takes us inside for an unforgettable look at this piece of TV history.
It's Money Monday and today the focus is on one of the easiest places to find hidden savings — your homeowners insurance policy. Harrison Klopp digs into smart, practical ways you could be paying less without sacrificing the coverage you need.
In case you missed it: Our Chris Long, Darren ‘Doogie’ Wolfson, and Alec Ausmus went back-and-forth Sunday on Sports Wrap. The Vikings are 4-0, with two of their wins coming after not scoring a touchdown. The guys try and make sense of that. It’s a fixture every Sunday night at 10:35 p.m. on 5-Eyewitness News.
Washington Capitals captain and career goal-scoring record holder Alex Ovechkin said this will be his final season in the NHL. Ovechkin said it was important to his family to let his fellow teammates know first. He signed a one-year contract and is playing at age 41 after breaking Wayne Gretzky's career goal-scoring…
Authorities say a school bus flipped over onto its roof during a multivehicle crash in central Florida on Monday morning. Two people were killed, including a 10th grade girl, and several others were injured. The Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says 39 people — nearly all high school students — were on the school bus…
A school bus flipped over onto its roof during a multivehicle crash in central Florida on Monday morning, killing two people including a 10th grade girl and injuring several others, authorities said. Some 39 people — nearly all high school students — were on the school bus that was headed to Winter Haven High School…
Composting leftover coffee grounds, eggshells and carrot tops is a way to reduce the amount of food waste that goes into landfills, where it produces the potent greenhouse gas methane. It also helps create healthy soil for gardeners and urban farmers. But it’s not easy for everyone to have their own compost bin or get…
Minnesota high school sports is taking center stage today, and the trivia is heating up fast! Turns out there's a varsity athlete hiding right on the production team — producer Betsy Melin brought her high school badminton champion energy to a fun-filled round of Minnesota state high school sports trivia.
St. Croix County investigators have arrested a 20-year-old woman who they say is responsible for a fatal hit-and-run early on Sunday morning that killed one man in Hudson.
Edina has doubled back on its plans to move a much-anticipated community meeting on gun violence online, opting now to hold the event at City Hall.
Temperatures just north of the Twin Cities were Frosty this morning with many spots in the 30s but it stayed in the 40s inside the 494/694 loop and most of the suburbs. The Coldest readings in the state occurred in the often Coldest area on the Iron Range with morning temperatures in the 20s. Today
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The Nobel Prize in medicine has been awarded to three scientists whose work led to a tool that uses light to help unravel how the brain works. Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel have researched light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. They are based in Germany and the United States. The Nobel Assembly…
The Nobel Prize in medicine has been awarded to three scientists whose work led to a tool that uses light to help unravel how the brain works. Karl Deisseroth, Peter Hegemann, and Georg Nagel have researched light-gated ion channels and optogenetics. They are based in Germany and the United States. The Nobel Assembly…
The Supreme Court begins a new term Monday with significant cases on climate change, religious rights, and immigration. The court will hear an appeal from energy companies, including Suncor and ExxonMobil, trying to block lawsuits seeking to hold them liable for climate change-related damages. The Trump administration…
Some metro-area Somali leaders are working on a plan for greater safety they expect to release Monday after a shooting outside the Eden Prairie Homecoming game Friday night.
Minnesota improved to 4-0 Sunday with a gritty 15-10 victory over the Miami Dolphins, relying once again on a dominant defense, flawless special teams and a timely late offensive drive capped by a career day from tight end T.J. Hockenson. KSTP Sports was in the locker room postgame and spoke with Hockenson, RB Aaron…
Will Reichard was the man of the hour for the Minnesota Vikings on Sunday when he was shown on the giant videoboards at U.S. Bank Stadium during the two-minute warning in their latest victory. Agitated fans roared their appreciation for the standout kicker, whose five field goals accounted for all of Minnesota’s…
A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked Minnesota's ban on AI nudification technology as part of xAI's lawsuit filed earlier this year.
The Minnesota Vikings stayed undefeated with more dominance by their defense and five field goals from Will Reichard, sidestepping their early passing game problems to secure a 15-10 victory over the winless Miami Dolphins on Sunday.
Mason Moe’s third-period power-play goal pulled Minnesota even, but Michigan Tech scored twice in the final three minutes Sunday to hand the Golden Gophers a 3-1 defeat at John MacInnes Student Ice Arena in Houghton, Michigan. Moe buried a wrist shot with 11:48 remaining in regulation to tie the game 1-1 after a…
On this week's episode of "At Issue," we recap 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS' primetime debate between 2nd Congressional District candidates Matt Little and Eric Pratt.
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A man is dead following an early-morning ATV crash Saturday in Isanti County. The post Man dies in Isanti County ATV crash first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News .
Investigators are still working to determine what happened when a chaotic weekend homecoming party erupted in gunfire in a rural south Georgia city, leaving two dead and nearly three dozen others injured. Dooly County Sheriff Craig Peavy identified the two dead from the party spanning four blocks in Vienna, Georgia…
The 2026 Twin Cities Marathon is now underway, with thousands of runners progressing along the 26.2-mile route from downtown Minneapolis to the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul.
The 2026 Twin Cities Marathon is now underway, with thousands of runners progressing along the 26.2-mile route from downtown Minneapolis to the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul.
After a chilly start, we’ll be warming substantially with abundant sunshine as we make our way into the afternoon. Highs will run right around normal in the mid 60’s with northwesterly winds 5 to 11 mph. Our NextWeatherMaker, High pressure will reinforce dry air and keep rain chances limited through the extended…
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Kirill Kaprizov scored twice, Jesper Wallstedt made 26 saves, and the Minnesota Wild beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Saturday night. Quinn Hughes had a goal and assist, and Jared Spurgeon also scored. With the win, Minnesota improved to 18-4-4 in home openers and its .769 points percentage in those games is second-best…
One person was killed Saturday night in a shooting aboard a light rail train outside the KSTP building near the border of Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Police have gathered at a light rail stop outside of the KSTP News building on University Avenue.
Minnesota’s 2026-27 season began with a tough road loss Saturday night as the No. 14 Golden Gophers fell 3-2 to No. 19 Michigan Tech at John MacInnes Student Ice Arena. The season opener was delayed nearly 24 hours because of poor ice conditions, but once play began, Minnesota was unable to overcome a late Michigan
Minnesota is bringing the Little Brown Jug back home. The Gophers defeated Michigan 20-14 on Saturday at Huntington Bank Stadium, snapping an 11-year drought against the Wolverines and earning one of the program’s most memorable victories in recent years. Following the win, Minnesota players and coaches reflected on…
Police are providing new details about a gang-related shooting at Eden Prairie High School during a homecoming game.
A man accused of attempting to kidnap a teenager and reportedly sexually assaulting another has been arrested.
The Minnesota State Patrol is investigating a fatal crash that occurred Saturday morning, killing one person.
The Minnesota Gophers beat Michigan 20-14 on Saturday, ending a nearly a five-decade losing streak against the Wolverines at home.
Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper Bradley Ritger, 29, died days after falling from a bridge during a pursuit near Eau Claire.
Wisconsin State Patrol Trooper Bradley Ritger, 29, died weeks after falling from a bridge during a pursuit near Eau Claire.
Clouds will dominate as we make our way into the PM timeframe for your Saturday. Expect light to moderate passing showers rolling through the metro between 1 and 5 pm. Winds will kick up out of the south 10 to 20 mph gusting up to 35 by the late afternoon and early evening. Overnight, temperatures
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The United Arab Emirates says the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight that nearly crashed with 182 people on board attacked the captain with the cockpit’s crash ax in a “terrorist attack.” Earlier Saturday, the co-pilot was identified as an Omani national named Hamam al-Hammami by three people with knowledge of the…
The United Arab Emirates says the co-pilot on a FlyDubai flight that nearly crashed with 182 people on board attacked the captain with the cockpit’s crash axe in a “terrorist attack.” Earlier Saturday, the co-pilot was identified as an Omani national named Hamam al-Hammami by three people with knowledge of the…
A growing homeless encampment in St. Paul is raising safety concerns as colder weather approaches.
The #1 (Class 6A) Moorhead Spuds defeated the Maple Grove Crimson 40-21 on Friday night at Maple Grove High School. Moorhead scored an opening drive touchdown when senior quarterback, and future Minnesota Gopher, Jett Feeney hit senior wideout David Mack, a fellow future Gopher for a 26-yard pass. ***CLICK ON THE…
In a battle of unbeatens, Champlin Park came out on top in convincing fashion with a 43-14 win over Blaine Friday night in Champlin. The Rebels built a 22-7 halftime lead on two touchdown runs from senior quarterback Miles Felton and another from senior running back Preston Nelson. Champlin Park’s defense was up to the
The Eden Prairie High School homecoming game was evacuated Friday night after a shooting at the game that left two people with non-life-threatening injuries.
5 EYEWITNESS NEWS hosted a debate between the two candidates for Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District on Friday night, discussing topics from healthcare to the Iran war.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers men’s hockey team will have to wait a day to open the new season. Their game at Michigan Tech was postponed Friday night due to unplayable ice conditions. The series will now take place on Saturday at 3 p.m. (CT) and Sunday at 2 p.m. (CT).
St. Michael leaders say existing homeowners are not expected to see a city property tax increase as the fast-growing city adds new residents.
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CD2 candidates Matt Little and Eric Pratt debate, and statewide candidates answer questions.
Four people were injured, including a toddler and an infant, on Thursday after a truck reportedly collided with a horse-drawn buggy.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed the city council's ordinance requiring a human to sit behind the wheel of driverless cars.
Second-degree murder, attempted murder, and assault- crimes that happened in three counties over the course of six weeks.
Voting is underway for the November general election in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Here's what you need to know before filling out your ballot.
Good Friday evening! We’re heading into a really nice early-October weekend across Minnesota, with comfortable temperatures, plenty of dry time, and some great weather for getting outside. Tonight stays partly cloudy and seasonable, with lows falling into the low 50s. SATURDAY: Expect variably cloudy skies and…
Minnesota saw over 63,300 early ballots cast in the first two weeks of the November election, surpassing totals from the same period in 2022.
Dolly Parton’s nephew, Bryan Seaver, is seeking more time to secure a lawyer in a legal battle involving a restraining order taken out by her estate. The order was granted to Parton’s estate against Seaver and his security company. Representing himself, Seaver filed a motion in a Tennessee court on Friday to delay the…
Vikings left tackle Christian Darrisaw told KSTP Sports that he believes the offense has another level to reach. “Absolutely,” Darrisaw said when asked if the offense can contribute even more moving forward. “We know we’ve got a lot of things to fix. We’re attacking it every day. It’s going to come, and I can’t wait
Christa Pike's attorneys say she was placed on a ventilator in hospital and was unconscious hours after her failed execution in Tennessee. Her lawyers said in a court filing Friday that hospital staff were working to save Pike’s life and clear the pentobarbital from her system as of late Thursday. Pike was given two…
The Vikings will be without their biggest offensive weapon Sunday against Miami. Star wide receiver Justin Jefferson will miss Minnesota’s Week 4 matchup against the Dolphins as he continues to recover from the left ankle sprain he suffered in last Sunday’s 23-16 victory over Tampa Bay. Jefferson did not practice this…
Police bodycam footage shows officers arresting Luigi Mangione at a Pennsylvania McDonald’s in connection with the shooting death of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson. The footage that was released Friday captures officers identifying Mangione and finding a gun cartridge in his belongings. Mangione was arrested on…
Minnesota Prep Sports Network debuts on KSTP-TV and 45TV, streaming football, hockey, and basketball games across Minnesota via the KSTP app.