Jack Highberger
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Klobuchar pushes legislation to protect vulnerable adults
Vulnerable adults often have a tendency to wander off from their living situations, a dangerous problem in places like Minnesota where temperatures can reach into the negative degrees on a frequent basis. → Read More
Funeral held for Mayer firefighter who died in line of duty
Firefighters from across the state paid tribute to a Captain Jeff Volmer, a 40-year-old Mayer firefighter who died on Tuesday. → Read More
Deputies surprise family with new van filled with Christmas presents
A Minnesota family received a special Christmas surprise on Friday. → Read More
Donations buoy Shiloh Temple toy drive after 'Toys For Tots' mix-up
After a mix up with "Toys for Tots," Shiloh Temple’s annual toy give away seemed very much in doubt. → Read More
Brother Justus Whiskey shares unique story in Minneapolis
It's a journey that's been neither cheap or easy, but for the man behind Minnesota's newest single malt American whiskey, it's all been worth it. → Read More
The strategy behind selecting Smith for Franken's seat
It’s a decision with national implications. The selection of Lt. Governor Tina Smith to replace Sen. Al Franken is setting the stage for a knock-down, drag-out race in 2018. → Read More
Back in business: I-694 reopens after week-long closure
Drivers across the east metro were breathing sighs of relief Saturday morning. → Read More
Nurses concerned after man with knives found at Abbott Northwestern
It’s the sort of story nurses say fits the definition of a nightmare: a strange man carrying three knives and a machete, wandering into what should be a secure area of Abbott Northwestern. → Read More
The rise and fall of Sen. Al Franken
It's been a rapid fall for Senator Al Franken and while the focus is now on the scandal at hand, his legacy is also up for debate. But what exactly that legacy is remains an open question. → Read More
Walker Art Center showcases Cuban art rarely seen in the States
A new exhibit at the Walker Art Center highlights Cuban art rarely seen in the United States. The exhibit features over 60 Cuban artists and over 100-pieces of art. → Read More
Tenants call for change under controversial landlord
Controversial landlord Stephen Frenz had more than 60 properties throughout the Twin Cities, some of them have either been sold or foreclosed. But problems under new owners continue to build, which has current and former tenants calling for change. → Read More
Wisconsin defeats Minnesota 31-0
It’s a familiar beginning: a wind whipped parking lot, alcohol and unrealistic expectations. Fans filled parking lots outside of the TCF Bank Stadium, ready to cheer on the Minnesota Gophers and the Wisconsin Badgers. → Read More
Good Samaritans come to snowy owl's aid
Good Samaritans worked together to try to save an owl found in a field in Norwood Young America, Minn. on Thanksgiving morning. → Read More
Vikings concerned about Greg Olsen calling Sunday's game
The 7-and-2 Vikings take on the Los Angeles Rams this Sunday, but it's not just the Rams who have the team fired up. → Read More
Archdiocese releases names of priests, other members, accused of sexual abuse
On Friday night, the archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis released the names of 19 men accused of sexual abuse. Each of the men served within the diocese at one time. → Read More
Arrests made in connection to synthetic marijuana overdoses
After seeing a sharp spike in synthetic marijuana overdoses, Minneapolis police are making arrests in connection to the cases. → Read More
Man facing charges for punching Minneapolis Police horse
A 22-year-old man is facing misdemeanor charges after Minneapolis police say he punched a police patrol horse in Minneapolis over the weekend. → Read More
Future of immigration program unclear after New York terror attack
As investigators search for answers after Tuesday's terror attack in New York City, immigration lawyers are bracing for what comes next. → Read More
Lead ammo causing toxic levels in Minnesota bald eagles
It’s a sobering statistic, roughly one out of four Minnesota bald eagles test positive for toxic levels of lead, with about 80 percent of the state’s population testing positive for some level of lead exposure. → Read More
Falcon Heights votes to contract police from Ramsey County Sheriff's Office
At a city council meeting on Wednesday, the City of Falcon Heights voted to replace the St. Anthony Police Department with the Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office in 2018. → Read More