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NEXT Weather: 5 a.m. report for Minnesota from April 28, 2025

Minnesota residents are urged to prepare for a volatile Monday as multiple rounds of severe weather are expected across the state. Meteorologists warn that conditions could rapidly change, signaling potential dangers ahead.

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 NEXT Weather: 5 a.m. report for Minnesota from April 28, 2025
How to keep your puppy safe while spring cleaning

As you tackle your spring cleaning checklist, remember that your puppy’s safety is just as important as a tidy home.

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SD Uses Portion Of Opioid Settlement Funds To Distribute OD Prevention Kits

South Dakota is taking a significant step in combating the opioid crisis by distributing 20,000 overdose prevention kits across the state. Through a partnership with Sioux Falls-based nonprofit Emily’s Hope, the kits equipped with naloxone aim to save lives and provide essential resources to those in need.

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 SD Uses Portion Of Opioid Settlement Funds To Distribute OD Prevention Kits
Two injured in Olive Twp. crash

Two individuals were injured early Thursday morning in a crash on the 900 block of Port Sheldon Street in Olive Township.

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 Two injured in Olive Twp. crash
Doncaster drivers warned as research reveals sleep apnoea significantly increases risk of serious car crashes

Professor Vik Veer, one of the UK’s leading sleep apnoea experts, has issued a stark warning to Doncaster drivers following new research linking untreated obstructive sleep apnoea (OSA) to serious road traffic accidents. The findings highlight the urgent need for awareness and action to prevent potential tragedies on the road.

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Halifax drivers warned as research reveals sleep apnoea significantly increases risk of serious car crashes

Drivers in Halifax are being warned about the dangers of untreated sleep apnoea after research revealed a significant link to serious car crashes. Professor Vik Veer, a leading expert, highlights the increased risk of road accidents associated with this sleep disorder.

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 Halifax drivers warned as research reveals sleep apnoea significantly increases risk of serious car crashes
Poison control calls are rising as more people use psilocybin, study finds

A new study has found that unsupervised use of psilocybin, known as “magic mushrooms,” is accelerating across all age groups in the United States. This surge is particularly notable among adolescents and individuals over 30, leading to an increase in poison control calls.

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 Poison control calls are rising as more people use psilocybin, study finds
Help! My Family Was Right About My Ex. I Learned the Truth When I Found a Tracker in My Bag.

Discovering a tracker in her bag confirmed her family’s worst fears about her ex. Yet, even with this revelation, forgiving her brother remains an unresolved struggle.

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 Help! My Family Was Right About My Ex. I Learned the Truth When I Found a Tracker in My Bag.
Spring allergies are back. Here’s how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing

As pollen counts rise across the nation, tens of millions of Americans battle the discomfort of spring allergies. From identifying the hardest-hit cities to leveraging effective treatments, here’s expert advice to help you manage your symptoms and embrace the outdoors.

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 Spring allergies are back. Here’s how to check pollen levels and keep from sneezing
Meet ‘Safety Stache’: UFA shares fire safety messages with a touch of humor

The Unified Fire Authority’s new figure, Safety Stache, is turning fire safety messages into engaging and humorous content for the public. By blending important information with a touch of humor, UFA aims to connect with the community like never before.

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 Meet ‘Safety Stache’: UFA shares fire safety messages with a touch of humor
New Haven student wins first place in ‘Knocking Violence’ video competition

A New Haven student’s compelling message against school violence has earned first place in the “Knocking Violence Out of My School” video competition, announced by the Macomb County Prosecutor’s Office. The contest highlights student creativity in promoting safer school environments.

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 New Haven student wins first place in ‘Knocking Violence’ video competition
25 children among dozens rescued as temperatures soar above 100 on popular Arizona hiking trails

An unexpected spike in temperatures to over 100 degrees led to the rescue of dozens of hikers, including 25 children, on Arizona’s popular trails. Officials from the Lake Mead National Park Service reported that the early spring heat caught many off guard along the Arizona Hot Spring Trail.

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 25 children among dozens rescued as temperatures soar above 100 on popular Arizona hiking trails
Dear Abby: Woman about to share news of her surprise pregnancy

After more than five years with her partner, a 43-year-old woman discovers she’s pregnant—a life-changing event she never anticipated. As she prepares to share the news, she reflects on what this unexpected journey means for her and their family.

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 Dear Abby: Woman about to share news of her surprise pregnancy
Florida rip current leaves teen dead, 2 others injured

A weekend swim at a Florida beach ended in tragedy when a teenager died and two others were injured after being caught in a rip current. The trio became stuck while swimming, highlighting the hidden dangers of ocean currents.

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 Florida rip current leaves teen dead, 2 others injured
Horror bee attacks leaves 25 injured and one in critical condition after ‘200 stings’

A peaceful religious gathering turned chaotic when a swarm of bees attacked, injuring 25 people and leaving one person in critical condition after suffering approximately 200 stings.

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 Horror bee attacks leaves 25 injured and one in critical condition after ‘200 stings’
Via porn, gore and ultra-violence, extremist groups are sinking hooks online into the very young

Extremist groups are increasingly using ultraviolent online content to radicalize young people, posing new challenges for counterterrorism agencies worldwide. The surge in terror investigations involving minors highlights a disturbing trend in online youth radicalization.

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 Via porn, gore and ultra-violence, extremist groups are sinking hooks online into the very young
Coachella fans set for soaring heat blast after mercury hits triple digits

Festival-goers at Coachella are bracing for a sizzling weekend as temperatures soar into the triple digits. As the renowned music festival kicks off, attendees prepare to face intense heat.

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 Coachella fans set for soaring heat blast after mercury hits triple digits
Car fire spreads to home, gutting garage and melting siding in Dresher

A car fire in Dresher, Montgomery County, escalated rapidly as flames spread to a nearby home. The blaze gutted the garage and melted the siding, causing significant property damage.

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 Car fire spreads to home, gutting garage and melting siding in Dresher
Minnesota urges ATV riders to get certified as crash deaths double

Minnesota faces a troubling rise in ATV crash deaths, reporting 32 fatalities in 2024—more than double the previous year. State officials are now urging riders to obtain certification to enhance safety and prevent further loss of life.

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87-year-old killed by teen on dirt bike while checking mail in Northern Michigan

An 87-year-old man from Presque Isle County, Michigan, died after being struck by a child riding a dirt bike without a headlight while he was checking his mail. The tragic accident occurred on March 1, and the man succumbed to his injuries on March 5.

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 87-year-old killed by teen on dirt bike while checking mail in Northern Michigan
Teen Boy Dead After Injecting Himself With Dead Butterfly for Online Challenge

A 14-year-old boy in South America died after injecting himself with a mixture made from a dead butterfly, highlighting the alarming risks of viral social media challenges that deviate dangerously from their original intent.

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 Teen Boy Dead After Injecting Himself With Dead Butterfly for Online Challenge
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