KARE 11
Coverage of KARE 11 in the Nexus archive.
- DFL, GOP condemn vandalism on Blaine City Council member’s car
A Republican running for state House who also serves on the Blaine City Council received photos of middle fingers pasted on her car, prompting DFL House Leader Zack Stephenson and Leslie Larson to condemn the vandalism. The article notes that former DFL House Speaker Melissa Hortman was assassinated in June 2025, and other lawmakers have faced threats. Additional news covers library budget issues in St. Paul and rising restrictions on vacation rentals in Duluth.
- Texas man, handed 100 years in 2025 violent ICE protest, mentions Renee Good, Alex Pretti deaths in court
A Texas man received a 100-year prison sentence for shooting a police officer during a 2025 ICE protest. He referenced the deaths of Renee Good and Alex Pretti in court, while his lawyers plan to appeal. Minnesota cases involving ICE-related protests also saw charges and legal criticism.
- Walz approval rating craters to lowest level ever and trails Trump amid massive fraud scandal: 'Tired of it'
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz's approval rating has dropped to 39%, his lowest since taking office, amid a major fraud scandal. His approval trails President Donald Trump's 41% in the state, with 50% of voters disapproving of Walz's supported new state flag. The fraud scandal and flag have sparked significant public backlash.