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After months of gridlock in the Middle East, there was a turning point in talks on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Negotiators began to sense that Hamas had come to...

Trump gets long-sought Gaza hostage deal with a whole lot of help from Arab and Muslim allies

After months of gridlock in the Middle East, there was a turning point in talks on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Negotiators began to sense that Hamas had come to...

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 1h

A Long Island nature center gave a monarch butterfly a new wing, allowing it to continue its migration this winter.

WATCH: Monarch butterfly gets wing transplant

A Long Island nature center gave a monarch butterfly a new wing, allowing it to continue its migration this winter.

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The bus went off the road and rolled into a ditch on its afternoon route, according to the release.

One child was on MN school bus that crashed

The bus went off the road and rolled into a ditch on its afternoon route, according to the release.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 2h

Authorities in Bemidji are actively searching for Marie Hillman, missing since June 30 and considered endangered.

Bemidji police search for missing and endangered woman

Authorities in Bemidji are actively searching for Marie Hillman, missing since June 30 and considered endangered.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 3h

Kimberly Nordenstrom is accused of identity theft amid prior swindling charges.

Isanti County Sheriff's Foundation Treasurer, already facing felonies, facing more in Pine County

Kimberly Nordenstrom is accused of identity theft amid prior swindling charges.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 3h

"How many great performances must go overlooked before the Academy throws us a bone?" Indy asks in the letter.

Canine star of 'Good Boy' advocates for Oscar eligibility

"How many great performances must go overlooked before the Academy throws us a bone?" Indy asks in the letter.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 4h

Last January, in the freezing cold, Chris Kirk jumped into Crow River to save a truck driver who had crashed into the water.

MN man awarded with prestigious national scouting heroism award

Last January, in the freezing cold, Chris Kirk jumped into Crow River to save a truck driver who had crashed into the water.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 5h

Families impacted by war are "Waiting for the worst" but "hoping for the best."

Peace deal brings joy - and skepticism - to Minnesotans with personal ties to Gaza and Israel

Families impacted by war are "Waiting for the worst" but "hoping for the best."

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 5h

While no casting announcements have been confirmed, some reports say Scarlett Johansson is being eyed to star as Mother Gothel.

'Tangled' live-action project revived by Disney

While no casting announcements have been confirmed, some reports say Scarlett Johansson is being eyed to star as Mother Gothel.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 6h

Banana Ball is about to be bigger than ever.

Savannah Bananas announce 2026 tour schedule, introduce new teams

Banana Ball is about to be bigger than ever.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 7h

The 10-year plan addresses strengths and weaknesses in the water system to ensure safe drinking water across the state.

Minnesota launches first Drinking Water Action Plan

The 10-year plan addresses strengths and weaknesses in the water system to ensure safe drinking water across the state.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 7h

The U.S. has seen 34 executions so far in 2025, with eight more scheduled for later this year, including seven this month. This year's total already surpasses...

5 executions in 8 days: Why the death penalty is being used more in the US this year

The U.S. has seen 34 executions so far in 2025, with eight more scheduled for later this year, including seven this month. This year's total already surpasses...

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 8h

A recent study by ConsumerAffairs ranked the top 25 cities have the worst drivers in the United States. Did yours make the list?

Which US cities have the worst drivers?

A recent study by ConsumerAffairs ranked the top 25 cities have the worst drivers in the United States. Did yours make the list?

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 9h

The conservative organization co-founded by Charlie Kirk has not yet announced performers for the event amid conservative backlash to Bad Bunny's performance.

Turning Point USA announces 'All American Halftime Show' as Super Bowl alternative

The conservative organization co-founded by Charlie Kirk has not yet announced performers for the event amid conservative backlash to Bad Bunny's performance.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 9h

Xcel Energy to install 38 AI-driven cameras to detect wildfires in Minnesota, aiming to safeguard power lines, homes, and wildlife.

Xcel Energy plans to install 38 wildfire detection cameras across Minnesota

Xcel Energy to install 38 AI-driven cameras to detect wildfires in Minnesota, aiming to safeguard power lines, homes, and wildlife.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 10h

The John Ireland Bridge that goes over I-94 in St. Paul is coming down.

St. Paul traffic alert: Parts of I-94 will be closed this weekend

The John Ireland Bridge that goes over I-94 in St. Paul is coming down.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 11h

James was indicted in the Eastern District of Virginia on one count after a mortgage fraud investigation, according to a person familiar with the matter.

New York Attorney General Letitia James indicted on fraud charge, AP source says

James was indicted in the Eastern District of Virginia on one count after a mortgage fraud investigation, according to a person familiar with the matter.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 11h

While some businesses used to have at least limited hours on Thanksgiving, many began closing their doors on the holiday starting in 2020.

Kohl's confirms store plans for Thanksgiving Day 2025

While some businesses used to have at least limited hours on Thanksgiving, many began closing their doors on the holiday starting in 2020.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 12h

The lawsuit says Corrections Officer Brandon Anderson knew 57-year-old Robert Slaybaugh was extremely intoxicated and a suicide risk but failed to protect him.

Federal lawsuit filed after inmate death inside Crow Wing County jail

The lawsuit says Corrections Officer Brandon Anderson knew 57-year-old Robert Slaybaugh was extremely intoxicated and a suicide risk but failed to protect him.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 13h

Retired CHP officer Chad Millward is recovering after a helicopter crash near Sacramento.

Retired California Highway Patrol hero fighting to recover after freeway helicopter crash

Retired CHP officer Chad Millward is recovering after a helicopter crash near Sacramento.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 13h

Kingsley Bimpong was jailed instead of hospitalized; video shows guards ignored his suffering for hours.

KARE 11 Investigates: Postal worker died after police mistook stroke for drug impairment

Kingsley Bimpong was jailed instead of hospitalized; video shows guards ignored his suffering for hours.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 14h

State fire officials say the fire - reported Wednesday at 30 acres in size - has now grown to 50 acres, with steep terrain making it difficult for firefighters.

Wildfire burning in George Crosby Manitou State Park grows

State fire officials say the fire - reported Wednesday at 30 acres in size - has now grown to 50 acres, with steep terrain making it difficult for firefighters.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 15h

Tyner is credited with helping diversify the department, increasing the overall number of firefighters in Minneapolis, and advancing health and safety initiatives.

Minneapolis Fire Chief Bryan Tyner announces retirement

Tyner is credited with helping diversify the department, increasing the overall number of firefighters in Minneapolis, and advancing health and safety initiatives.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 15h

If you have spare winter gear or unused toiletries, round them up for these upcoming events to help the Twin Cities homeless population.

Coated in Love asks for donations to help homeless population in the Twin Cities

If you have spare winter gear or unused toiletries, round them up for these upcoming events to help the Twin Cities homeless population.

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KARE 11 @kare11.bsky.social · 16h

The Oscar winner also hinted that "Ocean's Eleven" stars Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon and Don Cheadle are all on board for the sequel.

George Clooney shares update on next 'Ocean's Eleven' sequel

The Oscar winner also hinted that "Ocean's Eleven" stars Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts, Matt Damon and Don Cheadle are all on board for the sequel.

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