Stories from March 10, 2024

March 10, 2024 5:50 PM

Warm Monday and Tuesday; temps retreat later in the week

A warm front is headed our way for Monday and highs in the 60s and 70s are expected. We take a look at the week ahead.

by Ron Trenda

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March 10, 2024 5:08 PM

118,000 Minnesota veterans eligible for expanded health care

118,000 veterans in Minnesota, who may have been exposed to toxins while serving in the military, are now eligible to enroll directly in Veterans Affairs health care.

by Cari Spencer

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March 10, 2024 4:35 PM

'Anxious to get started': Golfers enjoy early start to season in Minnesota

This year’s warm weather has the grounds superintendent of Shoreview’s Island Lake Golf Course working earlier to welcome golfers.

by Nicole Ki

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March 10, 2024 3:24 PM

Hlongwane's stoppage-time goal rallies Minnesota over Orlando 3-2

Bongokuhle Hlongwane scored in the fifth minute of second-half stoppage time and Minnesota United rallied for a wild 3-2 victory over Orlando City.

by Matt Mikus

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March 10, 2024 3:19 PM

Timberwolves' Rudy Gobert fined $100,000 for directing 'money sign' gesture toward referee

The NBA has fined Minnesota center Rudy Gobert $100,000 two days after he implied that referee Scott Foster was not calling games fairly and further suggesting that gambling is having a detrimental impact on the outcome of games.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 3:16 PM

As a U.S. aid ship heads to Gaza, Biden again warns Netanyahu on civilian deaths

The U.S. ship left Virginia this weekend as part of an emergency mission to build a temporary pier in Gaza to facilitate aid. Biden criticized the Israeli prime minister over civilian deaths in Gaza.

by Joe Hernandez

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March 10, 2024 2:07 PM

Clark sparks No. 3 Iowa's comeback for Big Ten tourney title 3-peat in 94-89 OT win over Nebraska

Caitlin Clark overcame a cold start to score 30 of her 34 points after halftime and help third-ranked Iowa rally past Nebraska 94-89 in overtime to win a third straight Big Ten Tournament.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 11:09 AM

Why you should stop texting your kids at school

Parents are keenly aware of the distractions and the mental health issues associated with smartphones and social media, but teachers say they might not realize how much those struggles play out at school.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 10:44 AM

Dry weather lingers; 60s Monday, with 70s in southwestern Minn.

Sunday temps will be mild and even warmer weather is expected on Monday. We’re still looking for a break in this dry spell.

by Ron Trenda

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March 10, 2024 9:41 AM

Clark puts up 28 points, 15 assists for No. 3 Iowa in 95-68 romp past Michigan in Big Ten semifinals

Caitlin Clark had 28 points to pad her all-time NCAA scoring total and matched a season high with 15 assists to lead third-ranked Iowa past Michigan 95-68 in the Big Ten Tournament semifinals.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 9:27 AM

Barnhizer, Buie spark Northwestern to 90-66 romp over Minnesota

Brooks Barnhizer and Boo Buie scored 23 points apiece and Northwestern rolled to a 90-66 victory over Minnesota on Saturday night to close out the Big Ten Conference regular season.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 8:44 AM

'Oppenheimer' set to overpower at the Oscars Sunday night

When Hollywood gathers for the 96th Academy Awards on Sunday, the blockbuster biopic is widely expected to overpower all competition — including its release-date companion, “Barbie” — at an election-year Oscars that could turn into a coronation for Christopher Nolan.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 8:33 AM

Where will you be for the April 8 total solar eclipse? There's still time to grab a spot

The eclipse first hits Mexico’s Pacific coast, cuts diagonally across the U.S. from Texas to Maine and exits in eastern Canada.

by The Associated Press

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March 10, 2024 8:22 AM

Mild Sunday afternoon temps; breezy in western Minnesota

Sunday highs will be about 10 degrees warmer than yesterday’s highs. You won’t need an umbrella today.

by Ron Trenda

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March 10, 2024 6:00 AM

That spare change you donate at checkout is adding up to millions for charities

So-called point-of-sale donations have sharply increased in recent years, bringing in hundreds of millions a year. But the requests to "round up" your bill for charity have really taken off.

by Scott Neuman

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March 10, 2024 5:16 AM

Grassroots government in action on township day

Minnesota townships hold annual meetings on Tuesday to set tax levies and discuss local issues. Organizers call it grass roots democracy on display.

by Dan Gunderson

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March 10, 2024 5:01 AM

A Biden victory in Michigan could depend on Black Voters

Michigan faith leader Rev. Kenneth Flowers says President Biden should not take the Black vote for granted.

by Reena Advani and Leila Fadel

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March 10, 2024 5:00 AM

A leading mindfulness teacher shares insights to counter tech addiction and isolation

Jon Kabat-Zinn, who brought mindfulness meditation into mainstream medical settings, discusses how the centering practice can help with some of today's widespread social problems.

by Pien Huang

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