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Zimmerman Kidnapping Case Goes Federal; Investigators Identify Second Victim
(KNSI) - The case against an International Falls man accused of kidnapping and raping a seven-year-old Zimmerman girl in January is now much bigger than that single crime. A federal indictment unseale...
Jake Judd May 28, 2026 Sherburne County Sheriff's Office

Stearns County, MnDOT to Realign Highway 4 Intersection Near Lake Henry
(KNSI) - Stearns County and the Minnesota Department of Transportation plan to realign an intersection north of Lake Henry to improve safety and sightlines for drivers. The project will reconstruct th...
Jake Judd May 28, 2026 Unsplash

Cold Spring Releases Findings From 2025 Audit Report
(KNSI) - The city of Cold Spring is releasing its findings from its 2025 audit report. The city's audit is conducted annually and measures how it spends taxpayer dollars across several areas, includin...
Erik Suchy May 28, 2026 Pixabay

Semi Hauling Selzters Crashes on I-94, Leading to Closure
Originally published 9:55 a.m. May 27th, 2026 Updated 11:31 a.m. May 28th, 2026 (KNSI) - A semi truck hauling seltzers crashed into a median in Monticello Wednesday morning, sending cases of the bever...
Jennifer Lewerenz May 28, 2026 Minnesota Department of Transportation

Governor Signs Final Bonding Bill of his Term
Communities across Minnesota will soon see an infusion of state aid for public works projects after lawmakers approved a $1.2 billion bonding bill during the spring session. The package will help fina...
KNSI News Room May 28, 2026 Jennifer Lewerenz/KNSI News

Becker High School Students Selected for Minnesota's Largest High School Theater Event
(KNSI) - Students from Becker High School will take the stage at the historic State Theatre in Minneapolis next month as part of Spotlight Showcase, Minnesota's largest high school theater celebration...
Jennifer Lewerenz May 28, 2026 Unsplash

Summer slacking? More like healthy snacking, thanks to SNAP aid
Roughly 100 Minnesota farmers' markets are accepting SNAP benefits this summer, making it easier for low-income families with children to buy healthy foods that can be costly at grocery stores. The ma...
KNSI News Room May 28, 2026 Unsplash

St. Cloud Man Charged With Child Pornography and Assault Across Two Counties
(KNSI) - A St. Cloud resident has been charged with several felony counts of allegedly possessing dozens of pornographic files on his computer, as well as numerous other charges of assault and fleeing...
Erik Suchy May 28, 2026 Minnesota Now Facebook

New Taste of Benton County Event Seeking Food and Drink Vendors
(KNSI) - A new community event is coming to Benton County this summer, and organizers are now looking for local food and drink businesses to take part, with a deadline just days away for those hoping ...
Jake Judd May 27, 2026 Benton Economic Partnership

CentraCare Foundation Honors Donors, Award Winners At La Gratitude Celebrations
(KNSI) - The CentraCare Foundation recently hosted its annual La Gratitude celebrations, recognizing donors and community leaders whose contributions support health care across the region. Last week's...
Jake Judd May 27, 2026 CentraCare Foundation