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Adam Fravel murder trial: Fravel chooses not to testify
Fravel’s defense team called just five witnesses in presenting their case Friday morning, while the prosecution summoned 68 over the course of two weeks.
MANKATO, Minn. — The legal team for Adam Fravel took less than three hours to present its case to jurors, with the man accused of murdering Maddi Kingsbury opting not to testify in his own defense.
Defense attorney Zach Bauer called five witnesses Friday morning, including Houston County Sheriff’s investigators, Fravel’s brother and neighbors and landowners near the defendant’s parent’s home in Mabel. His line of questioning echoed Bauer’s opening statement, as he attempted to show jurors that the place where Maddi’s remains were located was remote and easy for people to access without being seen.
One witness, Robert Albrecht, told the jury panel he saw someone other than Fravel standing next to Maddi’s van on the day the defendant reportedly disposed of her body.
After a break, Judge Nancy Buytendorp asked the defense if Fravel would testify. His attorney said the defendant chose to remain silent. Judge Buytendorp asked Fravel if it was his decision alone, and the defendant answered yes.
With the presidential election day set for Tuesday, Judge Buytendorp excused the jury panel until Wednesday, when closing arguments are scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. Jurors will begin deliberations immediately afterward.
The panel heard testimony from 73 witnesses over the two-week murder trial, 68 of them called by the state and five by the defense.
Fravel is charged with two counts of first-degree murder and two counts of second-degree murder in the death of Maddi Kingsbury, his domestic partner and mother of his children. Maddi was reported missing on March 31, 2023 — her remains were found in a remote area near the Iowa border.
The trial was moved to Mankato and Blue Earth County after the judge ruled it would be difficult to seat a jury in Winona County due to the amount of pre-trial publicity and news coverage.
MINNEAPOLIS — Athletes from across the country hit the court at Mounds View High School this weekend for the 40th Courage Kenny Classic, a wheelchair basketball tournament.
The Courage Kenny Classic Wheelchair basketball tournament hosted by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute is one of the longest-standing wheelchair basketball tournaments in the country. This event draws typically 15-20 of the best youth wheelchair basketball teams from around the country to compete for a spot at the National tournament.
The two-day tournament starts Saturday morning and runs through Sunday afternoon.
Courage Kenny Classic Wheelchair Basketball Tournament
Starts at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 2
Starts at 8 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 3
Mounds View High School
Kathryn Newman from Augusta Dog Training joined KARE 11 Saturday to offer some advice.
LONG LAKE, Minn — Separation anxiety can be one of the most challenging behavioral problems in dogs.
Kathryn Newman from Augusta Dog Training joined KARE 11 Saturday to offer some advice.
Newman said dogs with separation anxiety were never taught that it is OK to be left alone.
She believes owners need to teach their dogs that it is normal to be left alone.
Newman said owners should train and socialize their dogs to build confidence.
The dog should also get enough exercise.
The third objective is learning the importance of the dog’s crate. It creates physical separation from the owner while the owner is at home.
Crate tips:
- Don’t let the puppy or new dog sleep in your bedroom (8 hours of separation and it’s not forever).
- If you need to, slowly remove the crate from the bedroom by degrees.
- Crate your dog for three 40 – 60 minute quiet times per day.
Newman adds that pharmaceuticals should be used in combination with quality behavioral modification practices.
Augusta Dog Training has three locations in Long Lake, Edina and Burnsville.
Terri Chaffer, owner of Love That Olive, joined KARE 11 Saturday to share some ideas.
MAPLE GROVE, Minn. — Tired of bringing meatballs and bars to the holiday potluck? A local shop has come up with a few throw-together recipes that will quickly become your new favorites to bring to the party.
Terri Chaffer, owner of Love That Olive, joined KARE 11 Saturday to share some ideas.
RECIPE: Bacon Kielbasa Slices
- 1 pound fully cooked kielbasa or Polish sausage, cut into ¼-inch slices
- ½ jar Love That Olive (LTO) Hot Pepper Bacon Jam
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice
- ½ to ¾ bottle Smoky Bacon Barbecue Sauce
- In a skillet, cook and stir sausage until browned. Remove from pan, discard drippings.
- Add remaining ingredients to skillet; cook and stir over low heat until heated through 2-3 minutes. Stir in sausage; heat through. Also can be prepared in a crock pot or slow cooker.
Join Love That Olive for its annual Holiday Open House, on Nov. 9, 10 am-6 pm. There will be free in-store sampling, product specials and dozens of holiday baking, cooking and gift ideas throughout the store.
Love That Olive is located at 13551 Grove Dr., Maple Grove, MN, just off Weaver Lake Road near I-94.
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He thought his heart was in perfect health. An advanced scan showed something alarming.
This kratom drink was marketed as an alcohol alternative to be sold over the counter. Some consumers say it led to addiction.