SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says a settlement with pesticide manufacturer Corteva could help lower costs for farmers. The agreement resolves allegations that Corteva used a loyalty program to discourage distributors from selling lower-cost generic pesticides after patents expired. Under the settlement, Corteva will end the program, face 10 years of compliance oversight and pay Minnesota $1.25 million. State and federal officials say the changes could improve access to lower-cost pesticide products. A separate antitrust case involving pesticide manufacturer Syngenta remains ongoing. 

MARSHALL, Minn. — The Lyon County Museum in Marshall will host a presentation Tuesday evening exploring the early history of a Catholic parish in Ghent.  Dr. Anita Gaul will present “Living (and Fighting) Together in the Bishop’s Colony: St. Eloi’s First Thirty Years” at 6:30 p.m. at the museum, 301 West Lyon Street.  The program will examine the history of St. Eloi parish and the conflicts between Flemish and French-Canadian Catholics as they worked to establish a church in Ghent. Gaul will also discuss why the two ethnic groups ultimately continued worshipping together in the same parish.  Gaul teaches at Minnesota [...]

NEW ULM, Minn. — A vehicle pursuit that began in Lyon County Friday morning ended with the suspected driver being arrested in New Ulm later that night. The Lyon County Sheriff’s Office says a deputy attempted to stop a 2021 black Jeep Gladiator on Highway 23 around 11 a.m. The suspected driver, 30-year-old Chase David Frieze, had an arrest warrant out of Meeker County. The Jeep accelerated and fled after the deputy activated emergency lights. Lyon County deputies pursued the vehicle for about 27 miles before ending the pursuit because of concerns for the safety of the public, deputies and people [...]

SAINT PAUL, Minn. — Fall colors are beginning to appear across Minnesota, with reds, oranges and yellows becoming more noticeable in northern parts of the state. The DNR says the season is developing more slowly in northern Minnesota than it did last year. Colors typically peak in the north before moving south through October. The DNR recommends checking its Fall Color Finder for current conditions before planning a leaf-viewing trip.

NEW RICHLAND, Minn. — State and local officials will provide an update today on recovery efforts following severe flooding in New Richland. About nine inches of rain fell September 18th and 19th, damaging an estimated 80 percent of homes in the community of about 1,200 people. The flooding also heavily damaged the city-owned New Richland Care Center, forcing the evacuation of 36 residents. Officials will provide an update at 1 p.m.

MARSHALL, Minn. — Southwest Minnesota State University will celebrate Homecoming 2026 from September 28 through October 4. This year’s Homecoming theme is “Mustangs are Stronger Together.” Homecoming activities get underway Monday, September 28, with Pajama Day on campus. The day also features a Donut Drop from 8:30 to 10 a.m. at the BA Plaza, outside the Whipple Gallery and Dean’s Office. Tuesday is Throwback Tuesday, followed by Mustang volleyball against Wayne State at 6 p.m. in the PE Gym. The match will also serve as Faculty and Staff Appreciation Night. Wednesday will be Wacky Wednesday, along with the fifth annual Mustangs [...]

  BATTLE LAKE, Minn. — The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating after a law enforcement officer shot and killed a man during a standoff Friday night in rural Battle Lake. The Otter Tail County Sheriff’s Office says the man allegedly struck someone with a shotgun before barricading himself inside a home. Authorities say he later fired at an armored SWAT vehicle and eventually came outside and pointed a gun at officers. An officer then opened fire, killing the man. No officers were injured. The man’s identity has not been released. 

RICHMOND, Minn. — A pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle Saturday night in Stearns County.  The Minnesota State Patrol says a 2024 Ford Bronco was traveling southbound on Highway 23 near St. Francis Street in Richmond when it collided with the pedestrian around 10:18 p.m.  The pedestrian, identified as Grant George Rossberg of Richmond, was taken to St. Cloud Hospital with life-threatening injuries. The State Patrol says alcohol was suspected in Rossberg's condition.  The driver, 39-year-old Jessie Elizabeth Trevino of Clements, and 38-year-old passenger Guadalupe Dejesus Trevino of Clements were not injured. Both were wearing seat belts.  [...]

MARSHALL, Minn. — Dense fog is creating difficult driving conditions across much of Minnesota this morning. The National Weather Service has issued Dense Fog Advisories for several regions until 10 a.m. Visibility could fall to a quarter-mile or less, with near-zero visibility possible in some locations. Drivers are encouraged to slow down, use low-beam headlights and increase following distances. 

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is now accepting applications for two grants supporting livestock producers.  The AGRI Livestock Investment Grant provides up to $1.5 million for farmers and ranchers to improve or modernize equipment and infrastructure. Grants range from $400 to $25,000.  The AGRI Protect Grant provides up to $250,000 to help livestock producers purchase equipment that reduces the risk of avian influenza transmission. Grants range from $500 to $10,000.  Both are reimbursement grants and require matching funds. Priority will be given to applicants who have farmed for 10 years or less. The Livestock Investment Grant also prioritizes generational farm transitions, [...]