Here are the roads closed around Mankato in southern Minnesota - Saint Paul news - NewsLocker (2024)

Rising water continues to cause problems for Mankato motorists, as well as those making their way south on Highway 169.

Depression therapy has magnetic appeal across Minnesota

Transcranial magnetic stimulation gained little attention for years, but emerged in the post-pandemic era as more Minnesotans grappled with depression.

Olmsted County history center raising $3M to save 1800s farmstead

Local officials say it's the first step toward a larger campus dedicated to area history

Mississippi River levels holding steady in St. Paul for now

"I'm definitely ready for it to come back down to normal now," one St. Paul resident said.

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MN-native Shane Wiskus selected for Paris Olympics as alternate

The Minnesota native drank in every ovation in what could have been the last performance of his career.

Body found in roadside pond off I-94 rest stop in Maple Grove

The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is investigating.

Parents give 'free mom hugs' at Twin Cities Pride

The parents say they want everyone to know they are worthy of love.

Rivers cresting in parts of the metro area, as federal aid is approved for 22 counties

In Jordan, the Minnesota River broke a 59-year flooding record on Friday.

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22 Minnesota counties approved for Federal Disaster Declaration

Twenty additional counties across the state are still under review, according to the office of the governor.

Twin Cities farmers markets owned and operated by people of color offer food, culture, community

Indigenous-owned Four Sisters Farmers Market, Black-owned People's Market and others are creating safe cultural spaces for communities to access food.

Elizabeth 'Betty' Norris, career postal clerk and trailblazing Black homeowner in Minneapolis, dies at 93

Betty Norris built a career at the Minneapolis post office at a time when it was one of the best opportunities for Black Americans. She raised three daughters and helped integrate the south Minneapolis neighborhood where she owned a home.

Man shot dead outside Amazon warehouse in Lakeville early Saturday

Authorities have a suspect in custody and are investigating what led to the altercation.

Lakeville police investigate possible homicide at Amazon Fulfillment Center

Early Saturday morning, police were called to a Lakeville parking lot for a report of an altercation.

Medcalf: Minneapolis police officer's death while responding to call reflects a universal threat - guns are everywhere

No one is spared from the proliferation of gun violence.

Man dies in car after being shot on Friday night, police said

MPD is investigating after a fatal shooting killed a man in his 50s.

Armed North Branch woman fatally shot by police had struggled with mental illness, husband says

Jamie Ann Crabtree, 36, was killed Thursday night during her latest encounter with police, her family says.

Girl, 13, took charge amid 1925 storm chaos on Minneapolis lake

Her aunt and toddler cousin were killed, but rather than letting the trauma paralyze her, the young teenager put her Girl Scout first-aid training to action.

The recipe is filled with the flavors of summer - avocado, dijon mustard and zesty lemon.

Gophers gymnastics visits KARE amid Olympic trials

Team members joined KARE 11 Saturday to talk about the trials and why the community should stay excited about gymnastics long after the Olympic trials are gone.

RECIPE: Black Bean Burgers from Appetite for Change

While some see food as simply a means of sustenance, the north Minneapolis-based organization uses it as a tool for building health, wealth and social change.

Summer fashion for the 4th of July

Fashion show producer Jodi Mayers stopped by KARE 11 Saturday to share summer fashion ideas.

Redefining beauty in a world that demands being flawless

Therapist, author and "Impossible Beauty" podcast host Melissa Johnson visited KARE 11 Saturday to discuss how we are being sold a broken form of beauty.

Rapidan Dam Store building demolished

Blue Earth County officials helped the Hruska family and friends by removing chairs, tables and other appliances from the building on June 27.

With no state bonding bill in three of the last four years, flood mitigation funding is unreliable

With growing costs and growing needs, cities across Minnesota are waiting for state funds.

Minn. Dems reflect on Biden's debate performance

Top DFL politicians acknowledge the president didn't do well but are sticking with him as their flagbearer.

White Bear Lake High School graduates make history on national debate stage

Sanyu Mwassa and Mariam Elias Danjuma are the first Black women champions in the duo category in the tournament's 124-year history.

U.S. Gymnastics Olympic Trials and Twin Cities Pride highlight busy weekend in Minneapolis

Downtown Minneapolis could see more than half a million people this weekend.

Suni Lee's former teachers: 'She would do cartwheels in the classroom!'

St. Paul will be roaring this week as Sunisa Lee competes for a spot on Team USA. Her former teachers might be cheering the loudest.

KARE 11 says goodbye to 'cornerstone' Randy Shaver after 41 years

Randy's been a fixture on KARE's nightly newscasts and in the homes of millions of Minnesotans since 1983.

WATCH: Randy Shaver signs off from KARE 11

The longtime news and sports anchor is retiring after 41 years at channel 11.