Category Archives: Latest News
Latest News–Can be local, state or national will be a primary feature and should also be included in any other applicable categories.

Crow Wing County Authorities Seek Public Help Gathering Evidence in Flanders Fire
(KNSI) - Authorities in Crow Wing County are asking the public for help gathering evidence in the Flanders Fire. The fire was reported on Saturday, May 16th, and investigators believe its origin was o...
Jennifer Lewerenz May 20, 2026 KNSI News

Suspicious Vehicle at Cemetery Leads to Chase, Arrest
(KNSI) - A suspicious vehicle spotted at a cemetery led to a brief police chase and an arrest. The Meeker County Sheriff's Office says a deputy responded to St. John's Catholic Church cemetery in Darw...
Jennifer Lewerenz May 20, 2026 KNSI News

CentraCare Plaza Expansion Open House Set for June 11th
(KNSI) - Central Minnesota residents will get a rare chance to walk through clinical spaces normally closed to the public when CentraCare hosts an open house at its newly expanded Plaza in St. Cloud. ...
Jake Judd May 19, 2026 CentraCare

Two St. Cloud-Area Nonprofits Win $2,500 Grants in Old National Bank Charity Campaign
(KNSI) - Two St. Cloud-area nonprofits are getting a financial boost after community members rallied behind them in Old National Bank's annual Choose Your Charity campaign. The Central Minnesota Sexua...
Jake Judd May 19, 2026 Pixabay

$13 Million Heatherwood Road Extension Gets Green Light from St. Cloud Council
(KNSI) - The St. Cloud City Council has unanimously approved the Heatherwood Road Extension project, with construction scheduled for 2027. The vote Monday night clears the way for extending the existi...
Jake Judd May 19, 2026 City of St. Cloud

Household Hazardous Waste Truck To Stop In Melrose
(KNSI) - The Stearns County Household Hazardous Waste truck will be in Melrose on Wednesday to safely collect household hazardous waste items that residents cannot dispose of in the trash. The truck w...
Erik Suchy May 19, 2026 Pixabay

Filing Opens Today for Central Minnesota City, County, and School Board Races
(KNSI) - Election season is officially underway. Tuesday, May 19th, is the first day candidates can file for city, county, and school board races across central Minnesota. The filing period closes Jun...
Jake Judd May 19, 2026 Jake Judd/KNSI News

Munson Township Bus Crash Under Investigation, Minor Injuries Reported
(KNSI) - Stearns County authorities are investigating a traffic crash that occurred Monday afternoon in Munson Township. Police and emergency personnel responded to reports of a crash involving a scho...
Erik Suchy May 19, 2026 Unsplash

Boating Season Is Here, But DNR Says Be Mindful Of Weather And Water Hazards
(KNSI) - With temperatures steadily rising, boaters are eager to get their crafts out on the water. However, before leaving the dock, they should be aware of several important safety tips. Lisa Dugan ...
Erik Suchy May 19, 2026 Unsplash

Sauk Rapids Woman Killed in Motorcycle Accident Saturday Afternoon
(KNSI) - A 27-year-old Sauk Rapids woman is dead after a motorcycle accident Saturday afternoon in Sauk Rapids Township. According to the Benton County Sheriff's Office, the call came in at 12:35 for ...
Jennifer Lewerenz May 19, 2026 Unsplash