Teen accused of killing Wisconsin girl had a chaotic start in life

If you're having trouble viewing this email, you may [see it online](. [Star Tribune]( Talkers TOP STORIES - Teen accused of killing Wisconsin girl had a chaotic start in life: His father was convicted of possessing child pornography. The parents had a long court battle over the boy after their breakup, and the mother has since had relationships with men whose criminal records include theft, assault and drug use. Neighbors say the boy appeared to be a normal 14-year-old who played video games and did well in school. Yet, [he now sits in a Wisconsin jail with bail set at $1 million.]( - Portions of 7 major Twin Cities highways closed this weekend: If you are planning on driving around the north, south or east metro this weekend, [be prepared to take a detour or rely on a favorite back route.]( - Mother of Daunte Wright briefly detained by Brooklyn Center officer while recording arrest during traffic stop: The mother of Daunte Wright, who was fatally shot by a Brooklyn Center police officer last year, is criticizing one of the department's officers for briefly detaining her after [she stopped on the side of a highway to record an arrest during a traffic stop.]( - Rising mortgage rates boost demand for Twin Cities apartments, pushing up rents: Home buyers aren't the only ones hurt by rising mortgage rates. The jump in rates is also [reshaping the rental market in the Twin Cities.]( - Beloved Ely radio station shuts down: The Ely radio station known for calling high school Nordic ski meets live, acts as a weather lifeline for area paddlers and was once owned by Charles Kuralt, [is set to leave the air June 1.]( - U.S. gave intel before Ukraine sank Russian warship, official says: The U.S. says it [shared intelligence with Ukraine about the location of the Russian missile cruiser Moskva]( before the strike that sank the warship, a high-profile embarrassment for Russia's military, but the Pentagon denied Friday that it played a direct role in the strike. - St. Cloud bar owner admits setting business on fire in $1.4M insurance scheme: Andrew C. Welsh, of Sauk Rapids, admitted Thursday in federal court in St. Paul to one count of arson after [setting a basement desk on fire with gasoline]( inside the Press Bar and Parlor sometime after 2 a.m. on Feb. 17, 2020. The building and its contents were considered a total loss. - FDA restricts J&J COVID-19 vaccine due to blood clot risk: U.S. regulators on Thursday strictly limited who can receive Johnson & Johnson's COVID-19 vaccine due to the ongoing risk of rare but serious blood clots. The Food and Drug Administration said [the shot should only be given to adults who cannot receive a different vaccine]( or specifically request J&J's vaccine. - Job training program restores historic, tax-forfeited Dayton's Bluff residence: The house at 735 Margaret St. in the Dayton's Bluff historic district is a tax-forfeited property. Instead of auctioning it to the highest bidder, Ramsey County partnered with the nonprofit Goodwill-Easter Seals Minnesota and restored the house as part of [a free, 12-week job training program in construction.]( - 7 1⁄2 year term for drunk driver who killed 2 passengers, including son of Gophers' hockey coach: [James D. Blue, of Orono, had a blood alcohol content of 0.175%.](The legal limit for driving in Minnesota is 0.08%. Gummies containing THC — the psychoactive compound in marijuana — several crushed white pills and five green capsules also were found in his pocket, the charges read. - Special Olympics USA to come to Twin Cities in 2026: Gov. Tim Walz announced Friday that [the Twin Cities will host the 2026 Special Olympics USA games](, held every four years in the United States for children and adults with intellectual disabilities. WATCH THIS Couple returns home to find house filled with birds: "We open the door and it's like an Alfred Hitchcock movie," [said homeowner Gary Reitemeyer of Redding, Calif.]( Talk to us! Send feedback on this newsletter, questions, story tips, ideas or anything else to [talkers@startribune.com](. TRENDING - Why does Minnesota require new license plates every seven years? Regularly replacing license plates is [a hassle for drivers that dates back more than three decades.]( - Twin Cities Pride calls up Carly Rae Jepsen to headline June 25 Armory concert: The 'Call Me Maybe' singer [will perform indoors instead of Loring Park](, where the other fun is happening again. - The 5 best things our food writers ate this week: From a Korean corndog to a shawarma pie, [here's a rundown of the greatest hits from their dining diaries]( over the past seven days. SPORTS ROUNDUP - Correa has apparent broken finger after getting hit twice in Twins loss to Orioles: The Twins, who gave up five homers to the Orioles, already had lost manager Rocco Baldelli, infielder Luis Arraez and starter Dylan Bundy before the game after [they tested positive for COVID-19.]( - Wild should put goonery aside in favor of skill — and humor: "Goalie Marc-Andre Fleury, owner of three Stanley Cup titles, responded to the Game 1 loss to St. Louis with humor more than intensity. He may be on to something, [writes Jim Souhan.]( - Hooking anglers since 1975, Wayzata bait shot may have reached its limit: Big box stores and changes in fishing technology [may lead to the closure of another one of the suburban bait shops](that have fallen victim to changing times. Did someone forward this newsletter to you? You can [sign up for Talkers here](. WORTH A CLICK Popular ramen noodle brand launches makeup collection: "One of America's favorite ramen brands, Cup Noodles, is bringing fans and makeup lovers alike something new and exciting," [Danielle MacKimm reports for ABC4 News in Utah.]( TALKERS TRIVIA Want to win a $15 gift card of your choice? It's Friday, so that means it's time for another trivia question. The correct answer to this question can be found in a story that appeared in Talkers this week. We can't prevent you from simply Googling the answer, so Googling is encouraged! 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