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PWHL Minnesota is on the cusp of securing a playoff spot with just one point needed. In their final home game of the regular season, they face off against Boston, who is also vying for a playoff berth. Minnesota holds a slight edge in the standings and can clinch a spot with a regulation win, overtime or shootout victory, or an overtime or shootout loss. Despite two previous chances to seal their playoff fate, losses at Montreal and Ottawa have kept Minnesota waiting. With three games remaining and a three-point deficit behind co-leaders Toronto and Montreal, the team still has a shot at securing home-ice advantage for the four-team playoffs.

A group of 11 bystanders, including a state transportation worker, rescued a 71-year-old man from his burning car following a road traffic accident in Minnesota last week. The dramatic rescue was captured on a dashcam video that has since gone viral. The Good Samaritans used a fire extinguisher to beat back the flames and eventually shattered the driver’s side window to extract the man, who regained consciousness and was pulled to safety with minor injuries. The rescued man, Sam Obrovich, expressed his gratitude for the strangers who saved his life and commended their heroic actions.

A construction crew and a school employee recently discovered a time capsule from the 1920s during the demolition of an old high school in Mankato, Minnesota. The capsule, which was opened on Monday, contained various historical artifacts such as newspapers, financial statements, organizational rosters, and coins. The discovery of the well-preserved capsule has excited the community, providing a glimpse into the local history of the era. The artifacts will be preserved and shared by the Steele County Historical Society in partnership with the school district’s museum.

Democratic State Senator Nicole Mitchell of Minnesota was arrested early Monday after a homeowner reported a burglary in progress. She was booked into the Becker County Jail on suspicion of first-degree burglary. The homeowner called 911 around 4:45 a.m. to report an active burglary, and officers found and arrested Mitchell during a search of the home. The Becker County Attorney is considering formal charges, while the Senate Democratic Caucus has no comment pending further information. The arrest has drawn criticism from Republican Senate Minority Leader Mark Johnson, who called for consequences in both the court and the legislature.

Democratic State Senator Nicole Mitchell has been arrested in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota, on suspicion of burglary. The arrest comes at a time when Senate Democrats hold a one-seat majority and are facing a legislative session with four weeks remaining. Mitchell, a former meteorologist, was arrested at the residence of her late father and stepmother.

Nicole Mitchell, a Democratic senator from Woodbury, Minnesota, was arrested on Monday morning for her alleged involvement in a burglary. According to police reports, Mitchell was found inside a home after a robbery was reported. The incident occurred at the former residence of Mitchell’s stepmother and late father. Mitchell is currently being held in Becker County Jail, and the case has been forwarded to the Becker County Attorney. The investigation is ongoing, and it remains unclear whether Mitchell has been formally charged.

For the first time, Minnesota will comprehensively assess the health of its entire 650-mile stretch of the Mississippi River. The state has previously studied the river in segments, but this year’s effort will provide a more complete picture under consistent conditions. The study will include water quality sampling, aquatic life surveys, and an examination of PFAS concentrations. The data collected will help the state better understand the river’s health, prioritize resources, and identify areas for improvement.

A group of motorists in Minnesota have been hailed as heroes after they rescued a driver trapped in a fiery crash. The driver, identified as Sam Orbovich, was trapped in his SUV after it burst into flames after striking a light pole. Bystanders worked together to pull Orbovich to safety just before the flames engulfed the rest of the vehicle. No one was hurt in the crash.