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Gov Walz Pardons Convicted Illegal Aliens Blocking Deportation in Minnesota

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On Wednesday, Democrat Minnesota Governor Tim Walz pardoned a criminal illegal alien convicted of armed robbery – preventing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) from being able to use the conviction as grounds for deportation. Jai Vang, an illegal alien from Laos, who was convicted of aiding and abetting and armed robbery in Hennepin County in 1994, was taken into ICE custody in January during its Operation Metro Surge in Minnesota. Walz falsely called illegal alien Vang a “citizen” in remarks Wednesday during a ceremony where the governor announced and signed the pardon:

“I do not see how it would serve his family, nor the economic interest where we have a taxpaying citizen who is creating job growth and living a life free from any criminal activity.”

Walz claimed that Vang has been a “critical member of the community” since his release from prison, adding that he can find “no reason how Minnesota will be safer or better if Mr. Vang is deported.” Vang’s pardon is just one of Gov. Walz’s rabid efforts to thwart federal enforcement of the nation’s immigration laws. During Operation Metro Surge, for example, he publicly vilified ICE agents, smearing them as “Modern-day Gestapo.”

On May 4, Gov. Walz pardoned another criminal illegal alien from Laos who was convicted of two counts of assault – thus, removing the criminal convictions that made the illegal alien lose his green card and removable from the U.S. Two days later, the U.S. Department of Homeland responded with a statement titled “MINNESOTA MADNESS: Minnesota Board of Pardons Unanimously Pardons Criminal Illegal Alien Convicted of Two Counts of Assault,” exposing how Walz’s pardon eliminated the grounds for deporting a violent thug: “On May 4, 2026, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and the state Board of Pardons granted an emergency pardon to At “Ricky” Xayasounethone Chandee to prevent his imminent deportation to Laos.

“Xayasounethone Chandee, an illegal alien from Laos, was convicted of two counts of assault in 1993. An Immigration Judge issued Chandee a final order of removal in 1995.  “Now, the Minnesota Board of Pardons’ decision could thwart his removal from the United States.

‘The Minnesota Board of Pardons’ unanimous decision pardoning an illegal alien convicted of two counts of assault is absolute INSANITY,” said Acting Assistant Secretary Lauren Bis.

 “Chandee lost his green card following his convictions for assault. Following his criminal convictions, he was placed in removal proceedings and issued a final order of removal by a judge. Minnesota’s sanctuary politicians’ pardon took away this violent thug’s qualifying convictions that made him removable from the U.S.’”

Source: Gov Walz Pardons Convicted Illegal Aliens Blocking Deportation in Minnesota

Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4

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Video shows deer breaking into Minnesota Montessori school

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School was not in session over the holiday weekend, but a four-legged friend still managed to pay a visit to a Zimmerman, Minnesota, Montessori school. The entire incident lasted less than 10 minutes, but left Prairie Hill Montessori with a shattered door and quite the story to tell. “We got a call, we were up at our cabin… I was more concerned about the deer, which is just the way I am,” said Katherine Curtis, the school’s owner and instructor. Curtis says the entire moment was caught on CCTV. It shows the deer break through a tempered glass door before tearing through the building, knocking items off shelves and attempting to exit through another door.

Eventually, a local sheriff’s deputy responded and was able to shoo the deer out the door. “We were all like amazed at how fast it all happened. Actually, how fast the sheriff was able to get here,” Curtis said. On Tuesday, Curtis was using the incident as a teaching moment. The school had painted a life-size deer on the boarded-up door, and students were coloring deer photos. “All of the children came in this morning and reported to me what happened,” she said. “It’s unique. It’s something we can remember for years and we’ll have the video.

Source: Video shows deer breaking into Minnesota Montessori school – CBS Minnesota

For if when we were enemies we were reconciled to God through the death of His Son, much more, having been reconciled, we shall be saved by His life.
Romans 5:10

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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigns after internal probe into his conduct, mayor says

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Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara has resigned following an internal investigation into his conduct, the mayor announced Tuesday evening.  In a press conference, Mayor Jacob Frey said Assistant Police Chief Katie Blackwell is the acting police chief effective immediately.  In a written reprimand to the police chief, Frey said an investigation into O’Hara’s behavior found he interfered with a prior investigation that included allegations he had “engaged in sexual intimate relationships” with city employees. 

Frey said the investigation substantiated that O’Hara “knowingly and intentionally” deleted a contact card for a city employee from his city-issued cell phone during the original investigation, “in an attempt to shield that evidence” of his connection to the employee from investigators.  “Although the investigators have concluded that the underlying allegations from the original investigation remain not substantiated, your interference with the investigation risked the integrity of the investigation and constitutes a significant breach of trust,” Frey’s reprimand to the chief said.  Earlier this month, O’Hara was re-nominated as police chief by Frey, with the mayor saying, “he’s the right leader for this moment.”

Source: Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigns after internal probe into his conduct, mayor says – CBS Minnesota

For as many as have sinned without law will also perish without law, and as many as have sinned in the law will be judged by the law.
Romans 2:12

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Wildfire near Breezy Point grows to 1,600 acres in northern Minnesota, DNR identifies “people of interest”

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A wildfire roaring about 10 miles east of Breezy Point, Minnesota, has grown to over 1,600 acres, officials said in a Tuesday morning update. According to the Minnesota Incident Command System, the Flanders Fire is now nearly 60% contained. Crews have been working since the weekend to contain the flames. The Department of Natural Resources said Tuesday that it has found the origin of the fire and identified “people of interest.” County Road 11, which was closed between Cross Lake and State Highway 6 is now reopened. However officials are asking that the public avoid the general area unless absolutely necessary.  Evacuation orders will be lifted at noon and residents will be permitted to return to their homes.  Roughly 140 crew members have been assessing hazardous trees and tempering hot spots.

The Crow Wing County sheriff’s drone team was also able to launch drones in order to better map the flames from the air. Officials announced Monday evening that the other major wildfire from over the weekend, near Two Harbors, has been completely contained. At least 34 structures were lost in the 356-acre wildfire. Gov. Tim Walz toured the damage on Monday. “These fires have disrupted communities and forced evacuations, but the coordinated response across local, state, and federal partners has made a real difference,” he said.

Source: Wildfire near Breezy Point grows to 1,600 acres in northern Minnesota, DNR identifies “people of interest” – CBS Minnesota

“For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ways,” says the LORD.
Isaiah 55:8

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Wildfire-hit residents in northern Minnesota can now return home to assess damage

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Residents of Minnesota’s North Shore can now return home to assess damage caused by wildfires, according to the Minnesota Incident Command System. The Stewart Trail Fire near Two Harbors is now fully contained after scorching hundreds of acres, but command system officials day crews are still working in the area.  Mattie Taylor was celebrating her birthday when she received a special gift on Tuesday: an alert that she could come home. “We got to come in yesterday for about three hours, and so we were really hopeful that we would get to come in today,” Taylor said.  Taylor and her husband pulled into their driveway to see burnt ground surrounding their property. “I’m really grateful to be back, and it’s sad to look at all this destruction. But I’m optimistic that in time, it’ll all just be more beautiful,” Taylor said.

Source: Wildfire-hit residents in northern Minnesota can now return home to assess damage – CBS Minnesota

This also comes from the LORD of hosts, Who is wonderful in counsel and excellent in guidance.
Isaiah 28:29

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Minnesota governor declares peacetime emergency, activates National Guard for wildfire response

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Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Sunday declared a peacetime emergency and mobilized the National Guard to help battle several major wildfires in the state. In Crow Wing County, the Flanders Fire has grown to an estimated 1,200 acres. As of Sunday morning, it is 0% contained. Another fire, several miles north of Two Harbors, has burned more than 350 acres and is 30% contained. “Unpredictable and fast-moving wildfires are putting Minnesota communities at risk,” Walz said.

“This emergency declaration ensures we can fully mobilize the resources needed to protect lives, support evacuations, and help communities respond and recover. I’m grateful to the firefighters, members of the Minnesota National Guard, and all our first responders working around the clock to keep Minnesotans safe.” Walz says the peacetime emergency will remain in effect “until emergency conditions subside” or on June 7, whichever happens first.

Source: Minnesota governor declares peacetime emergency, activates National Guard for wildfire response – CBS Minnesota

For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord.
Romans 8:38-39

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Wildfires in northern Minnesota spreading to hundreds of acres

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It’s a desperate fight— on the ground and in the air— against the spread of massive, destructive wildfires in northern Minnesota. The Flanders wildfire near Breezy Point is the largest— 1500 acres and growing, with zero containment.     “You know, it’s an incredible amount of destruction we’ve seen in the last couple of days,” says Jason Metsa, owner of Pelican Lake Resort on Norway Point. “Things are primed for the forests up here to be a tinderbox right now.” Crow Wing County officials have called for some residents to evacuate their homes; others are on standby. Meanwhile, Metsa shared several videos with KSTP, showing flames just off Nett Lake Road in rural Orr, Minnesota.

What began as a grass fire, possibly sparked off by a fallen power line— expanded to ten acres.

“We just ran into the fire, started stomping stuff out and the DNR showed up with some water,” Metsa says. “Several minutes later and we were able to scotch that one out and make sure it didn’t take off.”

“We could see it jump the road and it was climbing the trees, and it was a mile south of us,” recalls Lara Coyer.

She and her husband Ross are owners of the Cabin O’Pines resort, on the south side of Pelican Lake.

“There were forty-foot, fifty-foot balsam and pine trees that were completely engulfed,” Ross Coyer says. “That’s the critical moment. When we saw those flames, we knew it was very serious.”

The couple says they were preparing to evacuate about twenty guests, when firefighters arrived.

“That first truck if they had not turned up and got it when it went to the other side of the road and doused it straight away, we’d be having a very different conversation right now,” Lara Coyer declares.  

At the Stewart Trail fire in the Two Harbors area, there are 108 firefighters on the line.

Aircraft are dropping water and fire retardant, even as about 375 acres remain on fire, with zero containment.

“Team crews of firefighters have been working on putting in hand lines, which remove vegetation down to the soil level so the fire can’t burn across it,” explains Karen Harrison, a spokesperson for the Minnesota Incident Command System.

Source: Wildfires in northern Minnesota spreading to hundreds of acres – KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News

For the commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not bear false witness,” “You shall not covet,” and if there is any other commandment, are all summed up in this saying, namely, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”
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Wildfire burns around 100 acres in northeastern Minnesota; evacuations advised

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Crews are working to put out a wildfire in Lake County that has burned around 100 acres, the Minnesota Incident Command System said Friday night. The blaze, identified by the agency as the Stewart Trail Fire, was detected on Friday afternoon near Lake County Highway 3 and Highway 61, north of Two Harbors, Minnesota. Officials said in a Facebook post at 8:27 p.m. that the fire was 0% contained and that multiple local, state and federal agencies were responding to it.  “

Firefighters are working to establish a containment line around the fire with handlines and heavy equipment, such as dozers, and are expected to remain engaged overnight as conditions permit,” the agency said in the social media post Friday. Evacuations have been advised between where the fire was first detected and Castle Danger Brewery, according to a map created by county officials. Officials said Highway 61 at Highway 2 and West Castle Danger Road in Lake County were closed Friday night due to the blaze, and Betty’s Pies, a popular restaurant in Two Harbors, posted on social media that it closed early on Friday. 

Source: Wildfire burns around 100 acres in northeastern Minnesota; evacuations advised – CBS Minnesota

Who “will render to each one according to his deeds”
Romans 2:6

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1 killed, 3 injured in boat crash on Lake Vermilion

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One person was killed and three others were hurt in a boat crash on a northern Minnesota lake Tuesday evening, authorities said. The crash occurred near Manbeck Island on Lake Vermilion around 6:20 p.m., according to the St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office. Multiple people were “thrown from boats and into the water,” the sheriff’s office said. One person died at the scene. Three others were taken to a nearby hospital, and one of them was subsequently flown to Duluth, Minnesota, for further care. The sheriff’s office has not publicly identified the decedent. The crash is being investigated. This marked the second fatality on a northern Minnesota lake on Tuesday. Earlier in the day, a college student drowned after a boat capsized on Little Emily Lake, about 130 miles southwest of Lake Vermilion.

Source: 1 killed, 3 injured in boat crash on Lake Vermilion – CBS Minnesota

Surely he will never be shaken; The righteous will be in everlasting remembrance.
Psalm 112:6

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Visitors travel for miles to see Carley State Park’s wildflowers

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There’s a place in Wabasha County, Minnesota, where people go wild for wildflowers. Each spring, Carley State Park, one of the smallest in the state, draws thousands of flower-seeking visitors. “Bluebells are absolutely what people come to Carley to see,” said Jeremy Darst, interpretive naturalist for the park. The bluebells are nature’s handiwork, and here you’ll find clusters of them as far as the eye can see. Even among the vivid purple, pink and white wildflowers, bluebells stand out, though their time is short. It’s estimated that 50 solid acres of the park is covered in bluebells. And approximately one out of 10,000 of these wildflowers turns out to be white.

After they get pollinated, the bluebells essentially turn into seeds for next year’s bloom. As a flower, they are fleeting, which is why visitors come from across the state to see them. “I’ve been coming here since 1978 just to see the bluebells,” said Rex Lane of Rochester. Karla and Tim Kuisle and their dog Juno traveled from Northfield to catch the bloom. “We looked it up and thought, oh, it’s only an hour. Let’s go check it out,” said Tim Kuisle. Their beauty is aided by the May sun and a light breeze. It’s Mother Nature’s way of saying it’s okay to stop and smell the flowers. “This is kind of a reminder to slow down and breathe in the beauty that nature provides. I think that we get very busy and sometimes we need a reason to go out and really soak nature back in,” said Darst.

Source: Visitors travel for miles to see Carley State Park’s wildflowers – CBS Minnesota

For the flesh lusts against the Spirit, and the Spirit against the flesh; and these are contrary to one another, so that you do not do the things that you wish.
Galatians 5:17

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Red flag warning issued in central, northwestern Minnesota Friday afternoon

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A red flag warning will go into effect Friday afternoon in northwestern and central Minnesota due to extreme fire risk conditions, the state’s Department of Natural Resources says. The warning is issued for 24 counties and will last from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. 

The impacted counties include: Becker, Benton, Cass, Chippewa, Clay, Crow Wing, Douglas, Grant, Kanabec, Kandiyohi, Lac Qui Parle, Mahnomen, Mille Lacs, Morrison, Norman, Otter Tail, Pope, Sherburne, Stearns, Stevens, Swift, Todd, Wadena and Wilkin.

The DNR says it will not issue or activate burning permits during that time, and will dissuade people from starting campfires. Residents are also encouraged to check any recent burn sites to ensure the fires are completely out. “Fine fuels, such as grass and small twigs, can dry out quickly when the relative humidity is so low and wind pick up,” said Karen Harrison, DNR wildfire prevention specialist. “These fine fuels can easily ignite and start a wildfire that spreads quickly.”

Source: Red flag warning issued in central, northwestern Minnesota Friday afternoon – CBS Minnesota

But the Scripture has confined all under sin, that the promise by faith in Jesus Christ might be given to those who believe.
Galatians 3:22

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Two teens injured in Bloomington shooting

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Two teenagers were injured in a shooting in Bloomington, Minnesota, Monday night, police said. It happened around 10:10 p.m. on the 7900 block of Bloomington Avenue South, according to the city’s police department. Responding officers found a 16-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy with gunshot wounds. Both were taken to a hospital. The girl was treated and released and the boy is in stable condition, police said. “This case remains an active and ongoing investigation,” the department said. “At this time, investigators have reason to believe the individuals involved are known to one another.”

Source: Two teens injured in Bloomington shooting – CBS Minnesota

Finally, brethren, whatever things are true, whatever things are noble, whatever things are just, whatever things are pure, whatever things are lovely, whatever things are of good report, if there is any virtue and if there is anything praiseworthy—meditate on these things.
Philippians 4:8

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Minneapolis City Council unanimously passes gun control ordinance

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The Minneapolis City Council unanimously passed a gun control ordinance on Thursday, which includes a ban on assault-style weapons, large-capacity magazines, ghost guns and would restrict firearms in some public places.  The measure’s future is unclear, however, because state preemption laws prevent cities from creating their own gun ordinances. A spokesperson for Mayor Jacob Frey says he is supportive, and the ordinance now heads to his desk. The City Council heard from the public about the measure earlier this week.  “Weapons of war do not belong in our neighborhoods.

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And today, Minneapolis is saying: enough,” said Council member Aurin Chowdhury, the ordinance’s lead author. “This harm has touched every corner of our city – from the north side to the south side. With this action, we say to every impacted community member: we stand with you in your grief, and we will do everything in our power to end this violence.” Earlier this week, Minnesota state senators passed a gun control bill along party lines, though it’s unlikely the legislation would pass the divided Minnesota House. The St. Paul City Council passed a similar ordinance last fall. Soon after passage, the Minnesota Gun Owners Caucus challenged the capital city in court. Rob Doar, general counsel for the caucus, said they’re still in litigation.  As for Minneapolis, Doar said he would be watching the final language of the ordinance closely and expects to file a lawsuit.  “We have a significant number of members who are in Minneapolis who would be affected by this ordinance, and there seems to be a disconnect about ability to enforce versus ability to pass,” Doar said. “The state statute doesn’t preempt enforcement; it preempts their authority to even pass this ordinance.”

Source: Minneapolis City Council unanimously passes gun control ordinance – CBS Minnesota

Now the multitude of those who believed were of one heart and one soul; neither did anyone say that any of the things he possessed was his own, but they had all things in common.
Acts 4:32

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Cougar reproduction noted in Minnesota for first time in modern era

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Researchers with the Voyageurs Wolf Project made a historic finding this spring on a different species of large carnivore – they captured the first modern-era evidence of cougar reproduction in Minnesota. As part of its study on white-tailed deer survival and mortality in northern Minnesota, on March 25, 2026 VWP staff placed trail cameras near a deer that had recently been killed and covered with leaves. The “caching” behavior is common among large wildcats, which come back to feed at the site. The researchers were able to find the deer carcass via signals from a GPS collar they placed on the animal in January. The researchers suspected the kill was made by a bobcat, the most common large feline in the region, but also knew there was a chance it was from a cougar, said Thomas Gable, VWP leader. To find out VWP staff placed two trail cameras at the site.

Source: Cougar reproduction noted in Minnesota for first time in modern era

Do not be deceived, God is not mocked; for whatever a man sows, that he will also reap.
Galatians 6:7

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Ex-Minnesota state trooper reveals how state ‘tried to cover up fraud allegations’ ; then Walz shut down his department

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A former Minnesota state trooper alleged this week that his bosses at the state Department of Human Services tried to bully him into quashing his findings of fraud in the state’s child care funding program. Jay Swanson, a former criminal investigator for the DHS, also revealed that it was well known among Somali refugees in East Africa that Minnesota was the best place to go in the US to pull off child care fraud schemes. And then, Gov. Tim Walz came into office — and Swanson’s entire department investigating waste, fraud and abuse was eliminated, according to Republican lawmakers.

Source: Ex-Minnesota state trooper reveals how state ‘tried to cover up fraud allegations’ — then Walz shut down his department

Thus I establish My covenant with you: Never again shall all flesh be cut off by the waters of the flood; never again shall there be a flood to destroy the earth.
Genesis 9:11

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Over 30 cars reportedly damaged in Minneapolis in 8-hour span, police say

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Minneapolis police are investigating after they said at least 31 cars were reportedly damaged on the city’s south side within eight hours on Monday morning. Officials said the following incidents were reported to police between 1:30 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.:

  • Two vehicles were damaged on the 4600 block of 17th Avenue South at 1:34 a.m.
  • One vehicle was damaged on the 4900 block of 35th Avenue South at 2:12 a.m.
  • Fourteen vehicles were damaged on the 5700 block of 24th Avenue South at 4:18 a.m.
  • One vehicle was damaged on the 5400 block of 27th Avenue South at 6:23 a.m.
  • Five vehicles were damaged on the 5600 block of 25th Avenue South at 6:52 a.m.
  • One vehicle was damaged in the area of Hiawatha Avenue and 42nd Street East at 7:16 a.m.
  • Three vehicles were damaged on the 4400 block of Snelling Avenue at 7:49 a.m.
  • At least one vehicle was damaged on the 5000 block of 30th Avenue South at 9:01 a.m.
  • Three vehicles were damaged on the 5700 block of 20th Avenue South at 9:16 a.m.

As of Monday night, no arrests have been made.

Source: Over 30 cars reportedly damaged in Minneapolis in 8-hour span, police say – CBS Minnesota

Therefore whatever you have spoken in the dark will be heard in the light, and what you have spoken in the ear in inner rooms will be proclaimed on the housetops.
Luke 12:3

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Chilly stretch in Twin Cities with repeated frost chances, spotty showers

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Thursday will be chilly in the Twin Cities, with areas of frost early and again in the evening hours.  A frost advisory is in effect until 8 a.m. Expect a mix of sun and clouds with spotty showers possible out west. Friday will be partly cloudy with similar conditions from the previous three days. It will cool with another night near freezing. The weekend will be quiet overall with near-normal temperatures and only isolated rain chances. Cooler air returns next week with continued light rain chances and more frost potential.

Source: Chilly stretch in Twin Cities with repeated frost chances, spotty showers – CBS Minnesota

In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.
Ephesians 1:7

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Minnesota Dad self proclaims and thinks he’s the ‘voice of this generation’ of anti-ICE protesters then attacks a Turning Point USA journalist

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This is radicalization at its finest. Just months before he was arrested for violently shoving a Turning Point USA reporter at an anti-ICE protest, Minnesota dad Chris Ostroushko spent his days like any stereotypical white, middle-aged American man: working in construction and watching football from his couch. Ostroushko had never thought to participate in any protests in his 50-something years — until out-of-control protesters and ICE agents clashed during a deadly demonstration in North Minneapolis on Jan. 14. 

Source: Minnesota dad became ‘voice of this generation’ of anti-ICE protesters — then attacked a Turning Point USA journo

But He was wounded for our transgressions, He was bruised for our iniquities; The chastisement for our peace was upon Him, And by His stripes we are healed.
Isaiah 53:5

Ireland Out of Gas

Things have been dicey for a while on the Emerald Isle. But great googly moogly, do they look just awful right now. Mass protests have broken out across the…

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FBI raids nearly two dozen Minnesota child care centers in fraud probe, including ‘Quality Learing Center’

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The FBI raided 22 childcare centers in Minnesota Tuesday morning as part of a wide-ranging investigation of social services fraud. Unlike this past winter’s Operation Metro Surge, the raids were not focused on immigration enforcement, but reportedly on prominent businesses tied to the Somali-American community. “Today the FBI with federal, state and local law enforcement is involved in court-authorized law enforcement activity as part of an ongoing fraud investigation,” a Justice Department official told The Post.

The targets included the Quality Learning Center — a Minneapolis day care that infamously misspelled the word “Learning” in its signage. President Trump announced a “war on fraud” in his February State of the Union address and put Vice President JD Vance in charge of a task force leading the effort.

Source: FBI raids nearly two dozen Minnesota child care centers in fraud probe, including ‘Quality Learing Center’

For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life.
John 3:16

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Missing 12-year-old boy last seen in Mankato found safe

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Law enforcement in southern Minnesota canceled an alert for a 12-year-old boy who went missing Sunday night. The alert was canceled on Monday evening. The Blue Earth County Sheriff’s Office says the boy was located safe and thanked everyone who assisted in finding him.

Source: Missing 12-year-old boy last seen in Mankato found safe – CBS Minnesota

Wealth gained by dishonesty will be diminished, But he who gathers by labor will increase.
Proverbs 13:11

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A hundred homes damaged, 1 injured in Friday’s 26 tornado outbreak

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Officials say more than 100 homes were damaged and one person was injured in a “significant tornado outbreak” across Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa on Friday. The National Weather Service in La Crosse, Wisconsin, said it issued 26 tornado warnings during the outbreak, the most for a single day since the office opened in 1995. “The most tornadoes occurred locally north of Interstate 90 in southeast Minnesota and west-central Wisconsin,” the NWS said. A tornado that touched down in Olmsted County, Minnesota, around 2:17 p.m. was rated an EF2, according to the NWS, with wind speeds peaking around 130 mph. That tornado was on the ground for about 14 minutes, traveled about 10 miles and damaged “numerous homes and farms,” the NWS said.

Source: A hundred homes damaged, 1 injured in Friday tornado outbreak, NWS in Wisconsin says – CBS Minnesota

Endeavoring to keep the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Ephesians 4:3

Minneapolis man dies days after being assaulted by his neighbor, police say

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A man in his 70s died days after his neighbor assaulted him inside a Minneapolis apartment building last week, according to police. Officers were called to the apartment building at 314 Hennepin Avenue around 6 p.m. on April 5. Responders arrived to find the victim, a 71-year-old man, unresponsive near the elevators on the 15th floor. Charges say the victim was not breathing, did not have a pulse, had blood coming from both ears and had lost control of his bodily functions, all of which are “evidence consistent with significant head trauma.” Emergency medical services performed life-saving measures and the victim regained a pulse before he was transported to Hennepin Healthcare.

Survelliance footage allegedly shows the victim holding a laundry basket while arguing with the suspect, a 61-year-old man who alos resided in the building. The other man attempted to walk around the victim to get in the elevator when the victim nudged him with his laundry basket. Charges say that’s when the suspect punched the victim on the left side of his face with a closed fist. The victim immediately dropped his laundry basket and fell to the ground before the suspect rode the elevator down to the first-floor lobby, according to the complaint. A security guard at the apartment told police that the two men had an “ongoing feud,” charges say. The guard says they were at the lobby desk when the suspect came out of the elevator and said he “knocked that motherf***** out.” Police arrested the suspect, who told investigators he punched the victim after he would not let him into the elevator, charges say, adding that the two used to be friends but “their relationship soured.” The Minneapolis Police Department says it was notified on Tuesday that the victim had died at the hospital.

Source: Minneapolis man dies days after being assaulted by his neighbor, police say – CBS Minnesota

I beseech you therefore, brethren, by the mercies of God, that you present your bodies a living sacrifice, holy, acceptable to God, which is your reasonable service.
Romans 12:1

Jury convicts man of first-degree murder for killing ex-girlfriend minutes after she posted about him online, HCAO says

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A jury convicted David Wright, 51, of first-degree murder on Wednesday for killing his ex-girlfriend Mariah Samuels in Minneapolis minutes after she wrote on Facebook that he threatened her family and damaged her car, the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office said. Wright was charged with first-degree premeditated murder, first-degree murder, second-degree murder and illegal possession of a firearm. The first-degree premeditated murder conviction means Wright will be sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, the attorney’s office said.

He will be sentenced on Friday at 10 a.m. “We are happy with the results that justice was served today. While it will not bring back my sister, we will always honor her and keep her spirit alive,” said Salina Owens, Samuels’ sister. He had dated 34-year-old Samuels for a few months before she broke up with him, Samuels’ family said. She had a restraining order against him and had also posted a video online that she said showed him hitting her several times.  She was shot just feet from her front door on North 14th and Russell avenues in the Willard-Hay neighborhood, according to the criminal complaint.

Source: Jury convicts man of first-degree murder for killing ex-girlfriend minutes after she posted about him online, HCAO says – CBS Minnesota

If you keep My commandments, you will abide in My love, just as I have kept My Father’s commandments and abide in His love.
John 15:10

Republican Tyler Kistner drops out of 2nd Congressional District race in Minnesota, to serve in other areas

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Republican Tyler Kistner has announced he is dropping out of the 2026 race for Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District seat. Explaining the move in a written statement on Wednesday, the veteran said that he is being activated from the Marine Reserves to deploy to the Middle East.  “Recently, it’s become clear that my service to this great country is needed more in other areas,” Kistner said. “My work at the Pentagon has demanded more of my time over the last six months than I initially anticipated.”

Kistner ran for the seat in 2022 and 2024, losing both times to incumbent Democrat Angie Craig, who is making a run for U.S. Senate in the November midterm elections. Democrats vying for the seat include state Rep. Kaela Berg, former state Sen. Matt Little and current state Sen. Matt Klein. On the Republican side, state Sen. Eric Pratt is running. The 2nd Congressional District includes the major south metro suburbs of Lakeville, Eagan and Burnsville, as well as farmland. Craig has represented the district for the past six years. Before her, Republicans held the district for 19 years. And before that, Democrats had it for eight years.  

Source: Republican Tyler Kistner drops out of 2nd Congressional District race in Minnesota – CBS Minnesota

For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the LORD, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11

Abortion News Roundup: March 18–25, 2026

Here’s a concise summary of the most significant abortion-related developments from the past seven days, drawn from court rulings, state legislation, international votes, and new data reports. Coverage reflects ongoing post-Dobbs tensions, with actions…

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Breaking News from around Chicago 2 men shot and killed in Greater Grand Crossing Around 11:20 a.m., Chicago police said a group of give men approached two other men in the 7800 block of…

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Storm chaser captures video of tornado in southern Minnesota

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Most people run to their basement during severe weather, but Melanie Metz instead runs toward the storm. The National Weather Service confirms three tornadoes hit southern Minnesota Monday night in Amboy, Matawan and Elmore. That’s on top of dozens of hail reports and even some gusts of wind nearing 60 MPH in southern parts of the state.  The weather allowed Champlin based meteorologist and storm chaser Metz to capture some seriously captivating footage. Metz has been chasing storms for 25 years. “I can’t believe it, honestly. I mean, that’s a long time when I started chasing it was before we even had smartphones, so I couldn’t see radar when I was on the road.

It’s been a long time,” she said. Monday night, her vantage point was from Truman, Minnesota — near Fairmont. She met up with a fellow meteorologist and friend to stake out the storm. She captured some incredible videos, including one which depicted an intact, super cell tornado. Metz believes it the tornado NWS pegged in Amboy.  “We ended up chasing this storm for quite a while until it finally started to organize and became a supercell and produced a couple of tornadoes right in front of us,” she said. Metz says the chase is thrilling, fascinating and combines her love of storms and photography. But—it’s not something to try without experience.

Source: Storm chaser captures video of tornado in southern Minnesota – CBS Minnesota

A man’s heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps.
Proverbs 16:9

“Ice-out” declared in Minnesota on Lake Minnetonka, slightly later than last year

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Officials have declared ice-out on Lake Minnetonka, about 10 days earlier than the median date for the Twin Cities’ largest lake. The Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office Water Patrol and Freshwater Society declared open water on the lake at 5:38 p.m. on Friday. The median ice-out date for Lake Minnetonka is April 13, and last year, it came on March 29.

Source: Ice-out declared on Lake Minnetonka, slightly later than last year – CBS Minnesota

For he who sows to his flesh will of the flesh reap corruption, but he who sows to the Spirit will of the Spirit reap everlasting life.
Galatians 6:8

Spring Lake Park schools closed Monday after suspected ransomware attack

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Classes are canceled in Spring Lake Park, Minnesota, on Monday after the school said it suffered a “suspected ransomware incident.” According to Spring Lake Park schools, an “outside actor” gained access to some of the district’s systems and staff down the systems in order to prevent the actor from accessing more information. All child care, community education programs and after school activities are canceled Monday due to the technology outage.  “We have been working with third-party cybersecurity experts and law enforcement today and will continue throughout the night,” Spring Lake Park Schools said in a statement on its website. The district will provide an update Monday, the statement said. More from CBS News

Source: Spring Lake Park schools closed Monday after suspected ransomware attack – CBS Minnesota

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.
Hebrews 11:1

How Long Before Your Old Car is Illegal to Drive? Minnesota Bill Would Add Weekday Use Restrictions to Classic Car Rules

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California is not the only state reconsidering its classic car legislation as of late. Minnesota legislators are currently overhauling the state’s heritage vehicle rules, and it appears that some specific restrictions on when and where classic cars can be operated are under consideration. Officially known as HF 3865, the Minnesota State Legislature bill first brought to broader attention by CBT News captures a broad swath of rules and regulations for owning, registering, and operating classic cars in the North Star State. Minnesota uses a variety of license plate designations—pioneer plate, classic car plate, street rod plate, and collector plate—to categorize the year range and use case for vintage vehicles, but the most notable change in this overhauled bill focuses on use cases for all retro rides.

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Confess your trespasses to one another, and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous man avails much.
James 5:16

Woman arrested on Easter Sunday outside St. Paul’s Cities Church, site of anti-ICE protest involving Don Lemon

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Police in St. Paul, Minnesota, say officers arrested a woman who was “disrupting” Easter Sunday services at Cities Church, the site where an anti-immigration enforcement protest in January led to federal prosecutors charging dozens of demonstrators and some journalists. Police say several officers were “working contracted overtime” Sunday morning at the church, located off Summit Avenue and South Saratoga Street, where “a group of protesters” was “using a blow-horn and yelling loudly.” Around 8:35 a.m., police say all but one protester complied with officers’ “numerous announcements” to stop disrupting the service under threat of possible citations and arrests.

Police say the woman, who has not been identified, was “arrested by officers for interference with religious observance.” Protesters have regularly gathered outside the church during services since Jan. 18, when several demonstrators and journalists — including former CNN host Don Lemon and Georgia Fort — entered the building during Sunday services in protest against one of its pastors, David Easterwood, who is the acting field director of ICE’s St. Paul office.

Source: Woman arrested on Easter Sunday outside St. Paul’s Cities Church, site of anti-ICE protest involving Don Lemon – CBS Minnesota

For as many as have sinned without law will also perish without law, and as many as have sinned in the law will be judged by the law.
Romans 2:12

Trump administration sues Minnesota for allowing trans athletes in girls’ sports

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The US Department of Justice sued Minnesota’s education department and the state’s school athletics body on Monday for allowing transgender athletes to compete in girls’ sports. In a lawsuit, the justice department claims that by making female student athletes compete against transgender girls, as well as share locker rooms and bathrooms with them, Minnesota is violating Title IX – the federal law that prohibits sex-based discrimination for any programs that receive federal funding. “Minnesota’s policies and practices create unfair competition, deny girls equal educational opportunities, and expose girls to a hostile educational environment with heightened risks of physical injury and psychological harm,” the justice department argues in the suit filed on Monday. Minnesota has fought against the Trump administration’s efforts to remove transgender athletes from girls’ sports.

Source: Trump administration sues Minnesota for allowing trans athletes in girls’ sports | Trump administration | The Guardian

Nor is there salvation in any other, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.
Acts 4:12