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Hundreds of Minnesota guard members among those securing inauguration

January 18, 2021

Jim Monk,

MINNEAPOLIS – About 850 members of the Minnesota National Guard are among 25,000 soldiers streaming into Washington from across the country for Wednesday’s presidential inauguration. The number of guard members is at least two and a half times the number for previous inaugurals. Before this year, states rotated sending National Guard soldiers to inaugurations. Fewer than 10 from Minnesota were…

More Security Than Protesters At Minnesota Capitol

No Arrests Reported

January 17, 2021

TJ Nelson,

ST. PAUL, Minn. — There were two small protests at the Minnesota State Capitol this weekend, one on Saturday and another on Sunday. Around 50 Pro-Trump protestors from the “Hold the Line” campaign showed up. They wanted to distance themselves from the U.S. Capitol protestors and protest peacefully. Security measures were in place with police officers, state troopers, and the…

Car camping workshop provides helpful tips on enduring the outdoors

"The car camping route is going to make outdoors accessible for more people and that's why I really think it's going to become more and more popular."

January 16, 2021

Aaron Walling,

MOORHEAD. N.D. — One local business is helping community members stay warm, comfy and cozy while spending prolonged periods of time inside their cars. Nature of the North welcomed campers to a virtual workshop on how to survive the outdoors in your car. The class included tips such as covering car windows and doors with good insulation like wool blankets…

Governor Walz discusses security measures ahead of Biden’s inauguration

According to Walz, the FBI put out a bulletin calling attention to threats to the 50 capitals.

January 15, 2021

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MINNESOTA – Governor Tim Walz discusses threats to the Minnesota State Capitol ahead of Inauguration Day. “Shame on this country if we try and normalize what’s happening here. Shame if we don’t hold those that made this situation accountable,” Governor Walz said. Following the riots that took place at the U.S Capitol and the possible threats to other cities, Governor…

WATCH: Walz gives update on Minnesota COVID-19 response

January 15, 2021

Jim Monk,

ST. PAUL, Minn. (KVRR) – Gov. Tim Walz is giving an update on COVID-19 response in MInnesota. Categories: Coronavirus, Local News, Minnesota News Tags: COVID-19, GOV. TIM WALZ, minnesota

LIVE: Freezing Out Covid at Frostival

Ice out this dang virus while you have fun at the annual metro-wide wintertime festival.

January 15, 2021

Emily Welker,

It’s the first major event for most of the metro’s public parks since the pandemic struck last March — and the timing couldn’t be better. Frostival is underway for the next few weeks, just in time for emergency restrictions to be lifted throughout Minnesota. It’s hitting here at the same time real winter weather is setting in, in earnest. And…

Icy roads lead to spinouts, overturned vehicles

January 15, 2021

Jim Monk,

I-94 near Downer, Minn. DOWNER, Minn. (KVRR) The Minnesota State Patrol says icy roads are causing several overturned & jackknifed semis and vehicle spinouts in the region. Sgt. Jesse Grabow says troopers kept busy overnight and this morning assisting motorists sliding off the roads. Grabow is urging travelers to drive accordingly to the conditions and keep the cruise…

Driving conditions somewhat difficult as snow falls and temperatures drop

January 14, 2021

Site Staff,

FARGO, N.D. — As the snow continues to fall and temperatures continue to drop, the biggest concern Thursday evening into Friday morning is the ice on the roads. There have been some reports of crashes in the metro. In West Fargo, a jackknifed semi was stopped along I-94 near the Main Avenue exit. In a Tweet, Minnesota State Patrol Sergeant…

Security officials want people to avoid Minnesota Capitol

January 14, 2021

Jim Monk,

Minnesota State CapitolST. PAUL, Minn. – Security officials are asking Minnesotans to consider staying away from the state Capitol complex unless they have specific planned activities or business there. The request comes amid growing concern about potential attacks at state capitols ahead of President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration. It follows last week’s insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President…

Pet Connection: Meet Reagan

Just as friendly a smile as his famous namesake.

January 14, 2021

Emily Welker,

It’s been a rough, rough week for anyone in politics or anyone who follows them. Especially for Republicans. So we thought it was fitting to remind you of one of the most famous and popular Republican presidents of modern times. Meet Reagan. This one’s a leopard gecko — an equally popular species of lizard. With his friendly smile and well-socialized…