Philadelphia Police Commissioner Kevin Bethel said the shooting occurred on the 1500 block of South 27th Street just before 1 a.m, adding that that a group of individuals fired randomly just before 1 a.m. EDT near the intersection of Etting Dickinson streets in South Philadelphia.
According to officials, nine victims were taken to Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and three others were taken to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. One additional victim walked into the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania’s Pavilion Campus. Bethel said at least eight of the victims were taken by police; and added that among the injured shooting victims, two of them were juveniles and both are expected to survive.
Bethel said he had heard about 40 people may have been in the area when the shooting started, and said during a press conference: “You know, this is coward stuff. This is, you know, you see the size of this block. I mean, just individuals just shooting randomly into houses, into cars, children out here. I mean, this is coward, wanna-be thug stuff .. There was a large crowd out here. Clearly, there was something going on, on the block. You could see that. .. We believe there was probably an exchange of gunfire, but who was exchanging, we will be going through that process now.”
Police believe there may have been a switch, which makes a gun automatic, was involved in the shooting. Nearly 140 pieces of ballistic evidence were found at the scene, according to Commissioner Bethel. One person with a weapon was taken into custody, their exact involvement is unknown at the time; police are working to apprehend others that may have been involved the incident.
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President Donald Trump announced on Monday that at least seven countries are set to face steep tariffs on their imports, to begin on Aug. 1st.
In a series of posts on his Truth Social platform, Trump shared screenshots of form letters dictating new tariff rates to the leaders of Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Kazakhstan, South Africa, Laos and Myanmar. Goods imported to the U.S. from Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and Kazakhstan are now set to face 25% tariffs, while South African goods will be subject to a 30% U.S. tariff, and imports from Laos and Myanmar will face a 40% duty.
Trump had imposed a Wednesday deadline for nations to negotiate better trade deals; on April 2, he announced 10% across-the-board baseline tariffs on 90 trading partners and harsher ones for the worst offenders. However just one week later, he pushed the deadline back until July 9 for the reciprocal duties.
White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt suggested that 14 letters will be sent out Monday, and confirmed that Trump would sign an executive order to delay the Wednesday deadline until Aug. 1.
USA Today reported that in addition to Japan and South Korea, other nations are bracing for higher tariffs, including the 27 countries in the European Union – with as many as 100 letters potentially being sent out to nations.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced that comedian Conan O’Brien is set to return as Oscars host in 2026. O’Brien hosted the 97th Oscars telecast on March 2, and will be back to host the 98th Academy Awards, which will take place on ABC on Sunday, March 15, 2026.
The Academy posted a photo to social media that shows O’Brien holding an Oscar against a dark green background and the caption: “Forget the pot of gold—this St. Patrick’s Day, we’re giving you something even better. @ConanOBrien is officially returning to host the 98th Oscars!”
Academy CEO Bill Kramer and outcoming president Janet Yang said in a statement: “We are thrilled to bring back Conan, Raj, Katy, Jeff and Mike for the 98th Oscars. This year, they produced a hugely entertaining and visually stunning show that celebrated our nominees and the global film community in the most beautiful and impactful way. Conan was the perfect host — skillfully guiding us through the evening with humor, warmth and reverence. It is an honor to be working with them again.”
Bill Kramer and Janet Yank, the Academy’s CEO and president, respectively, in a press release: “Conan was the perfect host — skillfully guiding us through the evening with humor, warmth and reverence.”
Disney Television Group president Craig Erwich added: “Conan delivered an unforgettable performance at the Oscars, and we’re honored to have him and the producing team back next year. Conan’s unique comedic style perfectly captured the moment, and I’m excited to have his talents back onstage next year to helm another indelible performance.”
The 98th annual Academy Awards, set for March 15, 2026, will also see the return of executive producers Raj Kapoor and Katy Mullan, and Jeff Ross and Mike Sweeney, who will once again produce the show. Said Kapoor and Mullan: “We are both so honored to be returning in our roles for the 98th Oscars. We can’t wait to work with Conan and his entire team as we continue to explore even more special and heartfelt opportunities to celebrate next year’s nominees and the impact of film around the world.”
The film, directed by Gareth Edwards and featuring Scarlett Johansson and Mahershala Ali, also was a success across the globe, grossing $318.3 million worldwide. Jurassic World: Rebirth marks a new chapter for the franchise, set five years after Jurassic World Dominion..
Coming in at No. 2 is F1 with $26.1 million, followed by How to Train Your Dragon at No. 3 with $11 million, Elio at No. 4 with $5.7 million and 28 Years Later at No. 5 with $4.6 million.
Rounding out the Top 10 are: M3GAN 2.0 at No. 6 with $3.8 million; Lilo & Stitch at No. 7 with $3.8 million; Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning at No. 8 with $3.3 million; Materialists at No. 9 with $1.3 million; and Ballerina at No. 10 with $725,000.
TheNorthwest Regional Corrections Center reported the arrest of the following–
Samuel Lee Gregoire, 24, of Grand Forks, for 3rd Degree DUI
Edward James Forschen, 57, was arrested in East Grand Forks for 4th Degree DUI
Kyah Marie Schultz-Lind, 20, of East Grand Forks, for Misdemeanor Domestic Assault – Intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm
Patricia Ann Belgarde, 59, of Euclid, for 3rd Degree Drug Possession – Possession of Methamphetamine/Amphetamine in a School/Park or Public Housing Zone
Jonathan Lee Stapp, 55, of Red Lake Falls, for 3rd Degree DUI/Refusal to submit to chemical test
TheNorthwest Regional Corrections Center reported the arrest of the following–
Samuel Lee Gregoire, 24, of Grand Forks, for 3rd Degree DUI
Edward James Forschen, 57, was arrested in East Grand Forks for 4th Degree DUI
Kyah Marie Schultz-Lind, 20, of East Grand Forks, for Misdemeanor Domestic Assault – Intentionally inflicting or attempting to inflict bodily harm
Patricia Ann Belgarde, 59, of Euclid, for 3rd Degree Drug Possession – Possession of Methamphetamine/Amphetamine in a School/Park or Public Housing Zone
Jonathan Lee Stapp, 55, of Red Lake Falls, for 3rd Degree DUI/Refusal to submit to chemical test
Dennis “Denny” Kreibich, 78, of Little Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5th, at St. Otto’s Care Center, surrounded by his loving family. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 10th, at Holy Family Catholic Church in Belle Prairie, MN, with Father Joe Herzing officiating. Visitation will take place at the church from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the service. Interment will follow at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, July 11th, at Oakdale Cemetery in Crookston, MN: address: 1220 Memorial Drive, Crookston, MN 56716.
Denny was born on August 31st, 1946, in Crookston, MN, to the late Jeanne (Barlow) and Gerald Kreibich. He attended Cathedral High School, an all-boys school, graduating in 1964. A proud and gifted athlete, Denny excelled in football as a D lineman, hockey as a goalie and baseball as catcher. His love of sports, coupled with his grit and competitive drive, defined his school years. After high school, Denny served his country with pride in the Army National Guard for six years. On August 16, 1969, he married the love of his life, Mary Jo Skalsky, in Ada, MN. Together, they built a beautiful life grounded in family, faith, and community. Denny’s strong work ethic began early. At age 15, he started working at the family business, Barlow Furniture and Appliance, eventually taking over the store and continuing its 50-year legacy until its closure in 1995. He and Mary Jo enjoyed traveling across the country on many incentive trips over the years, creating wonderful memories along the way. Following the store’s closing, Denny continued his passion for serving others while working at Home of Economy in Grand Forks, ND. Known for his kindness, dedication, and warm personality, he took great pride in helping every customer who walked through the door.
Denny’s greatest joy, however, was his family. He was deeply devoted to them and found immense happiness sharing his lifelong love of sports, especially hockey. He coached youth hockey for many years, including leading the 1983 Crookston Pee-Wee A team to a state championship—an achievement driven by his leadership and encouragement. Earlier in life, he played for the Senior Pirates hockey team and also enjoyed several years playing fast-pitch softball. Among his most treasured memories were the many winters spent building a backyard hockey rink, where his children and grandchildren gathered to skate during the holidays. He even joined them on the ice himself, creating cherished family traditions that will be remembered for generations. Denny was also a dedicated community leader. He was an active member of the Crookston Jaycees, served with the Crookston Chamber of Commerce, and proudly held the role of president of the Crookston Lions Club, always eager to give back to his community. For more than 40 years, Denny and Mary Jo were part of a close-knit card club with lifelong friends, sharing countless evenings filled with cards, laughter, and golf trips—friendships that brought them great joy.
Above all, Denny cherished time with his family, especially his grandchildren, and he treasured the friendships he built throughout his life.
Denny is survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Mary Jo Kreibich; his children, Todd Kreibich of Biwabik, Denise (Matt) Truso of Scottsdale, AZ, and Carmen (Paul) Johnson of Little Falls; and his beloved grandchildren, Hannah (Brian) Gowan, Keegan Kreibich, Camden Kreibich, Jaxon Kreibich, TJ Truso, Landon Johnson, Hayden Johnson, Coltin Johnson, and Isabella Johnson. He is also survived by his sister, Debbie (Jerry) Hasbrouck of Crookston; brother-in-law, Mike Skalsky of Stockton, CA; sister-in-law, Cindy Skalsky of Battle Lake; as well as many cherished nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Jeanne (Barlow) and Jerry Kreibich; his brother-in-law, Ed Skalsky of Battle Lake; his brother and sister-in-law, Tom and Myrna Skalsky of Pine River; and his sister-in-law, Sharon Skalsky of Stockton, CA.
Emblom Brenny Funeral Service is Cherishing the Memory and Celebrating the Life of Denny
Donald Leroy Mjoen, 89, of Crookston, MN passed away on Saturday June 28, 2025 at his home.
Don was born in Fosston, MN on August 9, 1935 to Lloyd and Anne Arneson Mjoen. He was baptized at Hope Lutheran Church in Fosston. Don attended school in Fosston until 1942 when the family moved to Crookston. He was confirmed with the last class of the old Trinity Lutheran Church in Crookston and was a member of the present Trinity Lutheran Church. He served on various church committees and ushered at early services.
Don attended public school in Crookston until his graduation in 1953. He enjoyed playing basketball, football, and golf for CHS. He was president of the 1953 CHS senior class, president of the Letterman’s Club. Don was employed in the summers during the school years as a caddy at Minakwa Golf Course in Crookston. He also worked one summer for the Polk County Highway Department and three summers for the Minnesota Highway Department during his school years. In October 1953 he married “the love of his life” Marlene (Mickie) Acker in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. They settled in Crookston where they raised five children, Diana, Michael, Debra, Mark, and Dawn. Sadly, Diana passed away in 2011.
Don was employed by Saul Motor Company from September 1953 until May 1964, Salem Motor Company from May 1964 until 1972. He worked for Prudential Insurance Company from 1972 until 1993 and upon retiring, he returned as a salesman at Salem Motors from 1995 until 2000. Don loved the car business; he and Bud Salem attended many car auctions in Minneapolis and they often claimed to have traveled almost every road in Minnesota!
The family enjoyed summers at Maple Lake for over 20 years and Don loved anything about golfing and especially the time spent with this golfing buddies, his sons, and grandsons. He enjoyed fishing trips and golfing trips. Don and Marlene enjoyed cruises and also went on bus tours to many of the states. In retirement they traveled south to Texas or Arizona for many years and enjoyed attending Crookston Days in Arizona. Don loved getting behind the wheel and they both enjoyed short road trips in their last years together.
Don is preceded in death by his wife, Marlene Mjoen; daughter, Diana “DeeDee” Stadem; parents, Lloyd and Anne; brother, Robert “Bob” Mjoen, brothers-in-law, Larry Bendickson and Bruce Walter, great-grandson, Dylan Hoffman.
Don is survived by his children, Michael (Gretchen) Mjoen of Eden Prairie, Debra (Ron) Kroll of East Grand Forks, Mark Mjoen of Circle Pines, Dawn (Tony) Manetta of Long Island City, NY; son-in-law, Paul Stadem of East Grand Forks; 9 grandchildren, Nicholas (Katie) Stadem, Erica Stadem, Andrea (AJ) Hoffman, Zachary (Katy) Kroll, Zerek (Allyson) Kroll, Allison (Sam) Burrows, Kjel (Jessica) Mjoen, Kyle Mjoen , Grace Manetta; great-grandchildren, Maisie Stadem, Quinn Stadem, Aaron Hoffman, Luke Kroll, Leo Kroll, Camille Mjoen; sister-in-law, Betty Mjoen of Donna TX; sister, Jerrice Bendickson of San Jose, CA; brother-in-law, Richard (Darlene) Acker of Surprise, AZ; sister-in-law, Coleen (Bruce) Walter of Merridan, ID and many nephews and nieces, and dear friend, Shirley Salem.
Crookston City Council met on Monday, July 7, at 5:30 p.m.
Approved with the Consent Agenda were Proposed City Council Minutes from the June 16, 2025, meeting, the City of Crookston Bills and Disbursements for $373,174.03, and a special event permit for Night to Unite on August 5, 2025. Donations from the Crookston Baseball Association were also approved within the consent agenda. One donation of $6,000 for the scoreboard wrapping at Karn Field, the other of $1,202.35 for a sign at Karn Field.
On the regular agenda for the meeting was a resolution authorizing the formal request to relinquish the DEED Redevelopment Grant Funds from the Red River Valley Shows Building Project. “The grant we were awarded to redevelop the Red River Valley Winter Shows property,” says City Administrator Jeff Shoobridge. “Because it was sold to another entity, obviously, we were not able to complete that process. This is notifying DEED; yes, officially, we are not going to use it, provide them with that resolution, and they can then reassign the funds that were earmarked for us to another entity.” The council unanimously approved authorizing the request to relinquish the grant funds.
The other item on the agenda was for discussion regarding the at-large vacancy in the City Council. The Council discussed their options, including leaving the position vacant until the next term, holding a Special Election, which would cost the City of Crookston an estimated $15,000-20,000, creating an Advisory Board with the current candidates, Joseph Shostell, Wendy Ault, and Gina Corneillie, creating an Advisory Board and opening the candidate pool, or voting to appoint. After some back and forth, the council decided to go the route of forming an Advisory Board and opening up the candidate pool. City staff will assemble a group of nine residents from a pool of interested parties to make up the Advisory Board. “The staff, I will not be part of it for conflict reasons, but the staff will assemble a group of nine. So, if anyone is interested in taking part, please take note, look at our Facebook page and the city webpage,” says Shoobridge. “You will see a notification that you can apply to be on that board to select our next Council member.” Shoobridges says staff will attempt, if at all possible, to have a representative from each ward within the body of that advisory board.
At the next City Council Meeting, if an Advisory Board has been established, the next step in the process will take place. “We would then open the search to anyone interested in the seat again,” says Shoobridge. “That advisory board would sift through those resumes, choose a candidate they would like to move forward, and that candidate would then move forward to the council for action. We are looking at about 30-45 days to complete that.”
The Advisory Board is expected to interview the candidate, but how it does so will be up to them. This board will be a completely separate entity from the City Council. “Whether they weed through the applications and select finalists to interview or if they interview all is going to be up to the Advisory Board itself.” More will come in the following weeks on this process and how it is moving along.
During Council and Staff reports, it was announced that Parks and Rec Director Jake Solberg had submitted his resignation. “He did submit his resignation, so he is going to be moving on, and we wish him well. He has done a lot of good things for the city. He’s really helped us move forward in the three years that he has been with us, and we really wish him well in his future endeavors.”
The next City Council meeting will be on Monday, July 21, at 5:30 p.m.
The Crookston American Legion Post 20 Baseballteamtravels to take on Hillsboro tonight at 6:00 p.m. You can hear the game on KROX Radio with the RiverView Health pre-game show at 5:30 p.m.
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