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Stories from August 24, 2024

Heating up with severe weather possible

Heating up with severe weather possible

Excessive heat warnings and watches are out for the Twin Cities and surrounding areas. Temperatures ramp up to the 90s with dew points in the 70s possible. Multiple chances for severe thunderstorms this week.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Jaren Hall leads Vikings past Eagles 26-3 in preseason finale for both teams

Jaren Hall leads Vikings past Eagles 26-3 in preseason finale for both teams

Minnesota’s Jaren Hall threw for 162 yards and two touchdowns in the first half against Philadelphia’s reserves, and the Vikings beat the Eagles 26-3 in the preseason finale for both teams.
by The Associated Press

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Thousands of people live downstream from dams, yet many may not realize the risks

Thousands of people live downstream from dams, yet many may not realize the risks

As the climate changes, heavy rains from intense storms have put communities at greater jeopardy from flooding and placed the nation’s aging dams at greater risk of failing. That’s been evident recently as floodwaters from storms damaged or breached dams, forcing evacuations and costly repairs.

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Dr. Fauci was hospitalized with West Nile virus and is now recovering at home

Dr. Fauci was hospitalized with West Nile virus and is now recovering at home

West Nile virus is commonly spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Fauci is expected to make a full recovery, the spokesperson said on condition of anonymity due to security concerns.
by The Associated Press

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FACT FOCUS: A look back at some of the questionable claims made during the Democratic convention

FACT FOCUS: A look back at some of the questionable claims made during the Democratic convention

The Democratic National Convention concluded after four star-studded nights of energetic speeches, heartfelt messages and entertainment — as well as some false or misleading claims.
by The Associated Press

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From cybercrime to terrorism, FBI director says America faces many elevated threats 'all at once'

From cybercrime to terrorism, FBI director says America faces many elevated threats 'all at once'

The head of the FBI says America is facing heightened threats from many corners at a time when law enforcement agencies are struggling. FBI Director Christopher Wray says he is “hard pressed to think of a time in my career where so many different kinds of threats are all elevated at once.”

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The heat is on; isolated thunderstorm chances

The heat is on; isolated thunderstorm chances

90-degree temperatures and dew points in the 70s for this last full weekend in August. Excessive Heat Watch in effect for central and southern Minnesota. There is a chance for thunderstorms late Saturday into Sunday morning. Best chance for severe weather comes Monday night.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Napheesa Collier scores 27, grabs career-high 18 rebounds as Lynx beat Aces 87-74

Napheesa Collier scores 27, grabs career-high 18 rebounds as Lynx beat Aces 87-74

Napheesa Collier scored 27 points and grabbed a career-high 18 rebounds to help the Minnesota Lynx beat the Las Vegas Aces 87-74 on Friday night. Minnesota has won five straight games and sits atop the Western Conference standings, two games ahead of the Seattle Storm. 

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Caitlin Clark returns to Minneapolis on Saturday to battle Lynx and see childhood idol

Caitlin Clark returns to Minneapolis on Saturday to battle Lynx and see childhood idol

On Saturday, WNBA star Caitlin Clark and the Indiana Fever play the Minnesota Lynx. After the game, Clark will watch as the Lynx retire the jersey of childhood idol Maya Moore Irons.
by The Associated Press and MPR News Staff

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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation awards $3.4 million to nonprofits statewide for child care and early education 

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation awards $3.4 million to nonprofits statewide for child care and early education 

More than $3.4 million from the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation will go to nonprofits around the state to fund programming that supports child care and early education.
by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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NASA will bring stranded astronauts back on SpaceX — not Boeing's Starliner

NASA will bring stranded astronauts back on SpaceX — not Boeing's Starliner

Boeing's troubled Starliner remains docked at the International Space Station as NASA decides it is too risky to bring the astronauts home on the spacecraft. The two astronauts will return in February.
by Nell Greenfieldboyce

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