Scott County

Thunderstorms with severe risks (damaging winds, hail, heavy rain, and possible tornadoes) will develop south of the Minnesota River around 6 p.m., affecting areas like Scott, Dakota, and Pierce County. Muggy conditions with highs in the mid-80s persist in the Twin Cities, while thunderstorms subside north of the river. Additional severe storms are expected Thursday evening and Friday morning, followed by a return of heat and humidity next week.

A semi rollover on I-35 in Scott County caused hours of traffic blockage and resulted in the driver being hospitalized. The accident occurred near New Market around 3 a.m., with traffic diverted to Elko until the road reopened.

A Scott County man has been indicted for the fatal shooting of a teenager earlier this year. The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is involved in the case.

Iowa's state primary features competitive races for open seats due to the retirements of Gov. Kim Reynolds and U.S. Sen. Joni Ernst. Key contests include Senate nominations with Ashley Hinson and Jim Carlin (Republicans) and Josh Turek and Zach Wahls (Democrats), as well as a gubernatorial race with multiple Republican candidates. The outcomes could influence the 2028 election and midterm control of Congress.

Virginia Democrats narrowly won a redistricting vote with a 3-point margin, spending $64 million in dark money to secure a map favoring 10 of 11 congressional districts. The amendment, declared void by a judge for constitutional violations, faces a Virginia Supreme Court review, which may overturn it despite Democratic efforts.