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Former Minnesota Senate leader Kari Dziedzic passes away

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1 year ago

December 28, 2024

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Former Minnesota Senate leader Kari Dziedzic passes away

House furthers push to require insurance coverage for cancer patients who need wigs

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — Former Minnesota DFL Senate leader Kari Dziedzic passed away Friday after a long battle with caner.

Her family released a statement on Saturday saying Dziedzic “entered eternal life surrounded by her family” and “Kari will be remembered by her family and those she served for her enthusiastic and humble leadership, which inspired all who knew her. She had a heart of gold, willing to go to any measure to help those she loved.”

Dziedzic stepped down as the Minnesota Senate Majority leader in Feb. of this year, after learning her cancer had returned. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in early 2023.

Dziedzic’s personal health struggles prompted a policy proposal: Health insurance should cover wigs for cancer patients. Her bill requires insurance coverage with a doctor’s prescription for wigs up to $1,000 per year. The bill is set to go into effect on Jan. 1.

Dziedzic was tapped to take over the DFL leadership role after they secured a one-seat majority in the senate in 2022. During the 2023 session, under her leadership, legislators swiftly passed laws codifying abortion rights, securing school meals for Minnesota students and expanding voting rights for prior felons.

Dziedzic is survived by her mother, five siblings and their spouses and her nieces and nephews. Her family is requesting privacy at this time.

Note: The above video originally aired in March 2024.

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South Dakota man killed in crash in Dakota County, Minnesota

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10 hours ago

April 1, 2026

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South Dakota man killed in crash in Dakota County, Minnesota

A South Dakota man was killed in a crash south of the Twin Cities Tuesday morning, according to the Minnesota State Patrol.

Sixty-year-old Duane Maag was driving west on 280th Street West in Castle Rock Township when his pickup truck collided with another vehicle going north on Highway 3, the patrol said. It happened around 11:20 a.m.

Maag died at the scene. The patrol said he was not wearing a seat belt.

The 16-year-old boy driving the other vehicle was taken to Hennepin Healthcare with injuries that were not life-threatening.

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Large police presence near Russell St. and Minnesota Ave.

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22 hours ago

March 31, 2026

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Large police presence near Russell St. and Minnesota Ave.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — We are learning more information about a large police presence seen in Sioux Falls Tuesday afternoon.

Officials say Sioux Falls Police went to arrest a man near West Russell Street and North Minnesota Avenue right before 4:30.

When police were attempting to arrest him, he pulled out a handgun which lead police to fire at him.

Authorities say the man was not shot but was injuried by a police K9 when he was trying to run away.

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A large police presence has been seen near the intersection of Russell Street and Minnesota Avenue late Tuesday afternoon.

As of 4:38 p.m. traffic was being diverted in the area. An hour later at approximately 5:30 p.m., the road was open to traffic again.

KELOLAND News is on scene and has reached out to police for information.

This is an ongoing story. Keep with KELOLAND News on air and online as updates become available.

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Forecast First Alert: Rain and snow arrive midweek, messy wintry mix expected

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March 31, 2026

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Forecast First Alert: Rain and snow arrive midweek, messy wintry mix expected

A Forecast First Alert is in effect for Wednesday night and Thursday due to anticipated rain and snow.

Minnesota’s Weather Authority has issued a FORECAST FIRST ALERT for Wednesday night and Thursday due to impending rain and snow.

So long, 70s, here comes winter again.

Tuesday will still be mild and mostly quiet, with highs in the 50s and some blustery winds at times. However, then the change happens.

Full Forecast from Minnesota’s Weather Authority

Rain will arrive Wednesday afternoon or evening before giving way to snow.

By Thursday morning, 1-2 inches of snow accumulation is expected, and it will be wet and slushy, creating messy roads and likely slower commutes. Temperatures will hover between 32 and 42 degrees Wednesday through Saturday.

Looking ahead, a few more rain showers are possible Friday and another light round of snow is possible on Saturday. Slightly warmer temps should return next week.

From the 70s to snow: Big weather change this week

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