Snowstorm Arrives in Minnesota Friday: Patch PM

MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Here are some stories to talk about tonight on Minnesota Patch:

Man Dies After Teen Tries Passing Vehicle on Minnesota Highway

A southern Minnesota man died Tuesday morning after he was struck head-on by a teen in a pickup who was attempting to pass another car.

Mendota Heights Police Seek Info on Missing Person

Mendota Heights police say the missing person may be a homicide victim.

Minnesota's Keith Ellison Announces Bid for DNC Chair

After the party's election defeat, several top Democrats believe Keith Ellison could help the party reconnect with average Americans.

Minnesota Vikings Release Kicker Blair Walsh

The Minnesota Vikings are expected to sign Washington Redskins kicker Kai Forbath to replace Blair Walsh.

Police Seek Identity of People in Death of UW-Stout Student from Saudi Arabia

Authorities are asking the public to help identify people that may have info on the death of a UW-Stout student from Saudi Arabia.

Snowstorm in Minnesota Friday

The first winter storm of the season will arrive Friday, with the heaviest snow falling in northern Minnesota.

Also worth a read:

• Minneapolis Head of Civil Rights Warns Against Discrimination
• Health Officials Ask Minnesotans to Join Global Effort to Fight Antibiotic Resistance
• Large Car Fire Erupts in South Minneapolis
• Maple Grove's Booming Housing Market
• Twin Cities Forecast: Warm Weather to End this Week