William Bornhoft

Minnesota, West Saint Paul

Minnesota Editor at Patch

Minnesota editor at https://t.co/Z6uS8Pk9YP. From South Minneapolis (King Field), now in West Saint Paul. Husbad + father to three kids.

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Deadly Flares Lost After Milwaukee Military Drill, Coast Guard Warns

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

MILWAUKEE, WI — The U.S. Coast Guard Sector of Lake Michigan is warning the public about three unaccounted-for phosphorus pyrotechnics in the Milwaukee area. Beachgoers are urged to stay clear and call 911 if they spot a silver-colored cylinder along the shoreline (seen above). The devices are phosphorus flares that emit red smoke and flames reaching temperatures up to 2,900 degrees Fahrenheit, authorities siad.
Planned Parenthood Forced To Close These 4 Minnesota Locations

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

ST. PAUL, MN — Planned Parenthood will close four Minnesota clinics and cut dozens of staff in a major restructuring, the organization announced. The Minnesota closures, in Apple Valley, Richfield, Alexandria, and Bemidji, are part of a broader consolidation effort that will shutter eight health centers across Minnesota and Iowa. In total, 66 staff members will be laid off and 37 others offered reassignment. Another 35 jobs were cut earlier through attrition, according to Planned Parenthood.
NOAA Releases Summer Outlook Showing A Big Shift Coming To Minnesota

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — The long wait for consistent summer weather in Minnesota might finally be over. After a cloudy and cool start to the week, with highs in the upper 60s and off-and-on showers through Wednesday, the Twin Cities will begin a steady warm-up in early June. By Friday, forecasters expect sunny skies and highs in the 80s. The weekend and early next week could bring even warmer weather, with temps nearing 88 degrees by Monday.
National Hamburger Day In MN: Where To Score Freebies And Discounts

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

MINNESOTA — Wednesday, May 28, is National Hamburger Day, an unofficial holiday that celebrates America’s favorite sandwich. The origins of National Hamburger Day are unclear. The National Day Calendar said the origin of the hamburger itself is surrounded in controversy, but that it most likely first appeared in the 19th or early 20th centuries and has grown in popularity over the years.
Beloved Houston News Anchor Dies, Fans Say ‘He Was A Core Memory Of My Childhood’

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

HOUSTON, TX — José Griñán, a veteran Houston news anchor who spent three decades with FOX 26, has died at age 72, the station announced. Griñán joined the station in 1993 and became a familiar face to generations of viewers.
Why I-494 Will Be Completely Shut Down In Bloomington

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

BLOOMINGTON, MN — Both directions of Interstate 494 will be completely shut down between Highway 100 and Highway 77 this weekend, the Minnesota Department of Transportation announced. The closure begins at 10 p.m. Friday, May 30, and is expected to last through 5 a.m. Monday, June 2. MnDOT will begin closing on- and off-ramps along this stretch of I-494 starting at 8 p.m. Friday, ahead of the full freeway closure.
Major West St. Paul Intersection Closing May 27 For Full Rebuild

1 week ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

WEST ST. PAUL, MN — A full closure of the Smith Avenue and Dodd Road intersection is set to begin Tuesday, May 27, kicking off a major construction project aimed at improving safety and accessibility in the area.
Toyota Recall: Hidden Defect Can 'Increase The Risk Of A Crash'

2 weeks ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

PLANO, TX — Vehicle manufacturer Toyota has issued a major safety recall for nearly half a million of its full-size pickup trucks in the U.S. due to a major defect. The recall affects approximately 443,000 Toyota Tundra and Tundra Hybrid vehicles from model years 2022 through 2025, the company announced Wednesday. The issue centers on the trucks’ reverse lamp assemblies. A design flaw allows moisture to intrude over time, potentially causing both reverse lights to fail.
Grocery Stores Open, Closed In Minnesota On Memorial Day: List

2 weeks ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

MINNESOTA — If you run short of buns or anything else for your Memorial Day cookout or get-together, don’t plan on making a supply run to Costco stores in Minnesota. Costco is closed on Monday, May 26, as it is on most major holidays. But there are plenty of other places in Minnesota to pick up what you need, including big box stores Target and Walmart. While Walmart stores are open regular hours from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., some Target stores may observe limited hours.
These Are The Best Employers In MN For Gen Z College Grads

2 weeks ago | patch.com | William Bornhoft

MINNESOTA — Nine companies headquartered in Minnesota are among the best places to work for newly minted college graduates, according to a new list from Forbes that’s based on what Gen Z workers want in a job. In its eighth annual “America’s Best Employers for New Grads,” Forbes and its research partner Statista surveyed more than 100,000 young professionals who have been working less than 10 years at companies that have at least 1,000 employees.