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Expected Snow Totals for Friday’s Winter Storm in Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – The winter storm system moving into south Minnesota on Friday is expected to bring measurable snow to the area. The Twin Cities metro will be affected by the storm in the afternoon, with temperatures dropping to single digits and lows below zero for the weekend. The high on Friday is 19 degrees, but it will feel much colder due to the wind chill factor.

Winter Storm System Hits Minnesota

A winter storm system moved into Minnesota on Friday, bringing snow to most of the state. The North Shore experienced lake effect snow, with Finland receiving a significant 17 inches. Southern Minnesota had blowing snow, accumulating up to 7 inches in some areas. However, the west metro, including Chanhassen, only received 0.5 inches of snow.

death of Man Found in Trash Can Ruled a Homicide

Minneapolis police investigators discovered a dead body in a garbage can inside a garage in the Hawthrone neighborhood on Sunday. The victim, identified as 51-year-old Reid Johnson, died from multiple gunshot wounds, according to a medical examiner’s report. The incident has been ruled a homicide. The body was found near North Lyndale Avenue, close to a local church.

Tragic Fire Claims Third Child’s Life in St. Paul

A devastating fire at a St. Paul home resulted in the death of a third child, leaving the family mourning their loss. The fire, which occurred on Arkwright Street North, claimed the lives of three out of the six young children who were rescued from inside the house. All seven family members were found unconscious due to smoke inhalation in the early morning hours. The fourth child passed away on Jan. 6, several days after the incident.

More Details on the Garbage Can Incident

Minneapolis police investigators were on the scene of a home in the Hawthrone neighborhood on Jan. 7, where a dead body was discovered in a garbage can inside a garage. The home, located on the 700 block of 30th Avenue North, was reportedly unoccupied at the time of the discovery. The deceased adult male was found by officers on the afternoon of Jan. 7.

Light Snowfall Expected on Friday

Southern Minnesota will experience light snowfall on Friday. The wintry weather arrived in Minnesota, with central Minnesota receiving slightly lesser snow totals due to a double area of low-pressure. However, the upper Midwest was significantly impacted by the system, resulting in a blizzard warning for southwestern Minnesota and snow accumulation in southeastern Minnesota.

Costco Plans to Build in Otsego, Minnesota

Retail giant Costco is set to develop a members-only warehouse store and a freestanding gas station in Otsego. The company has agreed to purchase a 25-acre property, formerly a tree nursery, at the corner of MacIver Avenue and 60th Street Northeast. The city is supportive of rezoning the land for commercial use, aligning with its comprehensive plan to serve Otsego and the surrounding communities.

Pilot Program for Speed Cameras in Minnesota

Minnesota is considering a pilot program to monitor driver speeds using “red light cameras.” The program, which could be voted on by the Minnesota Legislature, aims to enforce speed limits near schools and in highway work zones. The City of Minneapolis plans to host an open house in late January to discuss the potential use of cameras for speed limit enforcement.

Minnesotans Owed Back Wages by U.S. Department of Labor

The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) is currently unable to locate several thousand Minnesotans who are owed more than $2 million in back wages. According to the DOL’s Wage and Hours division, approximately 7,000 individuals in Minnesota are entitled to a portion of this sum, but a significant amount of money remains unclaimed.

Aston Martin DB11 Up for Auction in Minnesota

An Aston Martin DB11, seized by the IRS, is now up for auction in Minnesota. The luxury car, with an estimated retail value of $277,000, currently has a top bid of $159,100. The vehicle appears to be in pristine condition, with only 282 miles on the odometer.

Investigation Continues into Cloquet Shooting

Authorities are still investigating the motive behind a shooting at a Cloquet hotel on Monday night. Three individuals, including the suspected gunman, were killed in the incident at the Super 8 hotel. The shooter, a 32-year-old man from Ramsey, allegedly shot a hotel clerk before targeting a man in a vehicle and eventually taking his own life.

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