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St. Paul considers fast food drive-thru ban A proposal could pump the brakes on drive-thru fast food in one of the Twin Cities. 1H ago 01:52
St. Cloud State University cuts dozens of programs, faculty positions One of the state's largest schools is preparing to cut nearly 90 programs and more than 50 faculty members. 1H ago 01:56
Parishioners band together after arsonist targets Maplewood church Members of St. Jerome Catholic Church in Maplewood are doing their best to clean up after someone broke in this weekend and set a fire. 1H ago 01:41
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Twins demolish Rockies in 17-9 win Willi Castro and Royce Lewis homered and Carlos Correa had a career-best five hits for the Minnesota Twins, who had a season-high 24 hits in a 17-9 victory over the Rockies. 2H ago
South Dakota baseball player charged in rape case pleads guilty to lesser felony One of the several former players on an American Legion baseball team in South Dakota charged last year with rape has pleaded guilty to a lesser felony. 4H ago
Jerry West, Lakers Hall of Famer and NBA legend, dies at 86 Jerry West, the Lakers Hall of Fame player and executive who was the inspiration for the NBA logo, has died at age 86. 4H ago
Minnesota Vikings announce 2024 training camp schedule The Minnesota Vikings announced their 2024 training camp schedule Tuesday, with nine practices open to the public. 10H ago
Lynx takes down Aces 100-86 .Alanna Smith scored 18 points, Kayla McBride had 16 points and eight assists, and the Minnesota Lynx beat the Las Vegas Aces 100-86 on Tuesday night. 13H ago
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How does fatherhood change men? In more ways than you might think. This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life. 21H ago
What are the benefits of a four-day workweek? A survey of 100 CEOs found that nearly a third of them are exploring the idea of a four-day, or four-and-a-half-day, workweek. Jun 10
How did Twin Cities Pride get started? It's one of the nation's largest pride celebrations, but as Andy Otto with Twin Cities Pride explains, it wasn't always that way. Jun 7
Why do men have a lower life expectancy? June is Men's Health Month — a time to maybe remind that guy in your life to take better care of himself. That's especially important since the numbers show that men do not live as long as women. Jun 5
Who is responsible for cleaning up roadkill and how do they dispose of it? If you grew up across Minnesota or Wisconsin, there's a good chance you've either had your own encounter with a deer on the road or have a story connected to a friend or family member. Jun 4
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The "Spot Saver" is solving a parking problem for people who use wheelchairs Most places having handicapped parking spots, but it doesn't necessarily mean people who use wheelchairs are able to park. 2H ago
How Donovan Harmel is mentoring the Twin Cities LGBTQ+ community through sobriety Donovan Harmel walked in one of the first Pride parades in Minneapolis, and over the years has watched the LGBTQ+ and sober community grow. Jun 11
101-year-old World War II vet becomes viral TikTok sensation for role in D-Day invasion A 101-year-old soldier helped win World War II, but more recently he's taken his talents to the internet. Jun 7
Red Lake Nation College holds grand opening event in downtown Minneapolis The first Tribal college and university in a major U.S. city will have its grand opening Thursday in Minneapolis. Jun 7
Father Mike Sullivan's jams and jellies help fund Rogers food shelf Father Mike Sullivan has been pastor of St. Joseph The Worker in Maple Grove for 24 years and making homemade sweet spreads for almost as long. Jun 5
Mothers who lost loved ones to suicide share their story, hope to break stigma Loss of any kind is hard, but losing someone to suicide can be especially complicated, and knowing how to support someone through it can be tough too. Jun 5
Edina pastor reflects during Pride Month: "God did not make a mistake, you are perfect" Yolanda Denson-Byers is where she always knew she would be. Her vocation is head pastor at Shepherd of the Hills Church in Edina. Jun 3
Wayzata teens found nonprofit to find solutions to reduce school shootings School safety is top of mind for a group of Wayzata teenagers. So much so, they founded a nonprofit meant to reduce school shootings and gun violence. Jun 2
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Your photos of the northern lights in Minnesota: May 10, 2024 Minnesotans were delighted by an otherworldly light show Friday night that was on a level the state hadn't seen in nearly two decades. May 11 27 photos
Notable Deaths in 2024 A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity. Jun 10 30 photos
Double rainbow over Minnesota: April 11, 2024 Many Minnesotans were treated to a stunning double rainbow on Thursday. Apr 12 17 photos
Images from Nicolae Miu's Apple River stabbing trial Nicolae Miu, a 54-year-old man from Prior, Lake, Minnesota was found guilty of six criminal charges, including first-degree reckless homicide. Miu's trial lasted eight days in a Hudson, Wisconsin courtroom. Apr 11 74 photos
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Proposal in St. Paul could limit fast food drive-thrus at new developments A proposal could pump the brakes on drive-thru fast food in Minnesota's capitol city. 52M ago
Minneapolis named happiest city in the U.S. Minneapolis has been named the happiest city in the United States, according to a new ranking that considers metropolitan areas worldwide. 3H ago
Fire at Maplewood Catholic church investigated as arson Authorities in Maplewood are conducting an arson investigation after they say someone broke into a church and set fire to part of the building. updated 49M ago
Man shot in downtown Minneapolis has grave injuries, police say A downtown Minneapolis shooting on Tuesday left a man fighting for his life and prompted an alert for students at a nearby college campus. 8H ago
Minnesota Senate panel considering Sen. Nicole Mitchell complaint further delays action A Minnesota Senate ethics panel once again delayed taking action on a complaint against DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who is accused of breaking into a relative's home earlier this year. 1H ago
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More than 90 program cuts crucial to St. Cloud State's survival, president says St. Cloud State University, one of Minnesota's largest schools, is getting ready to cut close to 90 programs and more than 50 faculty members. 35M ago
1 dead in ATV crash near Mille Lacs Lake A man is dead and a woman is injured after an ATV crash near Mille Lacs Lake. Jun 10
Photos show 148th Fighter Wing training over Duluth alongside Royal Norwegian Air Force The photos depict an Air Force F-16 Fighting Falcon flying in formation with a F-35 Lightning II from Arizona's 62nd Fighter Squadron over various parts of the Duluth area. Jun 10
Freighter that struck object in Lake Superior safely reaches Thunder Bay The ship started taking on water after it struck something underwater in Lake Superior. Jun 9
2 dead after truck strikes SUV that ran stop sign near Spicer, sheriff says Two people are dead following a crash Thursday evening northwest of the Twin Cities. Jun 7
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Wisconsin Supreme Court keeps ban on mobile absentee voting sites in place for now The Wisconsin Supreme Court has kept a lower court's ruling banning the use of mobile voting sites in the upcoming presidential election in place for now, a win for Republicans. 4H ago
Americans celebrate Flag Day every year. The holiday started in Wisconsin. Each June, Waubeka, Wisconsin, venerates one of the nation's more enduring symbols with a holiday that escapes the notice of many Americans. 11H ago
Police update number of people injured in Madison rooftop shooting to 12 Police now say at least a dozen people were hurt in a shooting at a party in Wisconsin's capital city. More than 25 people were at the party on the roof of a high-rise apartment building in downtown Madison early Sunday when shots were fired. Jun 11
Nearly 125 years ago, the "New Richmond Cyclone" tore through Wisconsin Wednesday marks the 125th anniversary of the "New Richmond Cyclone" of 1899, which, to this day, remains the deadliest tornado in Wisconsin's history. Jun 7
Wisconsin Democrats hope for more legislative power with new district maps Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers' new legislative maps have given Democrats hope of regaining the majority in the state Assembly for the first time in 14 years. Jun 4
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Proposal in St. Paul could limit fast food drive-thrus at new developments A proposal could pump the brakes on drive-thru fast food in Minnesota's capitol city. 52M ago
St. Paul considers fast food drive-thru ban A proposal could pump the brakes on drive-thru fast food in one of the Twin Cities. 1H ago 01:52
North Dakota voters approve age limit for congressional candidates Legal scholars say the law could remain on the books indefinitely because no elderly candidate might challenge the restriction they deem likely unconstitutional. 3H ago
First lady Jill Biden visiting Duluth this week First Lady Jill Biden is visiting Duluth on Thursday. After several days in court supporting her son, the first lady will join her husband's election outreach efforts. 3H ago 00:18
Republican-led IVF bill blocked as Democrats push their own legislation One Senate Democrat blocked a Republican-led effort to pass legislation aimed at protecting access to in-vitro fertilization amid disagreements over its scope and mechanism. 3H ago
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Proposal in St. Paul could limit fast food drive-thrus at new developments A proposal could pump the brakes on drive-thru fast food in Minnesota's capitol city. 52M ago
Job vacancies in Minnesota decline by 24.7%, says Department of Employment and Economic Development Results from a recent survey put out by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development show that job vacancies have dropped nearly 24.7% over the last year. Jun 7
Downtown Thursdays return to Minneapolis, with big slate of events to follow The windy weather may have affected turnout, but the return of Downtown Thursdays to downtown Minneapolis has given many hope for the energy needed to revitalize the corridor. Jun 6
Minneapolis businesses bearing brunt of summertime construction Orange cones and dust mark much of northeast Minneapolis along East Hennepin Avenue. Jun 6
Fewer than 80 Minnesota e-bike rebate applications went through before system crashed According to the state revenue department, fewer than 80 applications went through successfully on Wednesday. As of Thursday afternoon, there is no timeline for the application process to reopen for new users. Jun 6
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South Dakota baseball player charged in rape case pleads guilty to lesser felony One of the several former players on an American Legion baseball team in South Dakota charged last year with rape has pleaded guilty to a lesser felony. 4H ago
Fire at Maplewood Catholic church investigated as arson Authorities in Maplewood are conducting an arson investigation after they say someone broke into a church and set fire to part of the building. updated 49M ago
Man shot in downtown Minneapolis has grave injuries, police say A downtown Minneapolis shooting on Tuesday left a man fighting for his life and prompted an alert for students at a nearby college campus. 8H ago
Minnesota Senate panel considering Sen. Nicole Mitchell complaint further delays action A Minnesota Senate ethics panel once again delayed taking action on a complaint against DFL Sen. Nicole Mitchell, who is accused of breaking into a relative's home earlier this year. 1H ago
St. Paul police investigating fatal shooting in Payne-Phalen neighborhood The killing happened overnight on the 800 block of Maryland Avenue East, the St. Paul Police Department said. 11H ago
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Minnesota family featured in new Amazon docuseries covering end-of-life A Blaine woman and her family will be featured in Amazon Prime's new six-episode docuseries, "Take Me Out Feet First." The docuseries follows individuals advocating for end-of-life options. updated 54M ago
Four Tops singer sues Michigan hospital for racial discrimination, says they didn't believe his identity Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group. 9H ago
How does fatherhood change men? In more ways than you might think. This weekend, Americans will celebrate the fathers in their lives. While they've likely had a big influence on their kids, they might not realize their kids influenced them early in life. 21H ago
Swim Possible teaching water safety to kids living with autism Experts are hosting a water safety event on Tuesday geared towards children who are on the autism spectrum. Jun 11
New COVID variant KP.3 climbs to 25%, now largest in CDC estimates The strain is "very, very similar" to the JN.1 variant from earlier this year. Jun 7
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Four Tops singer sues Michigan hospital for racial discrimination, says they didn't believe his identity Alexander Morris, the lead singer of the Four Tops, filed a lawsuit against a Michigan hospital, a nurse and security guard after he was treated like he was mentally ill after he told them he was in the legendary Motown group. 9H ago
Sheila E., former Prince collaborator, "heartbroken" after being turned away at Paisley Park on his birthday Sheila E. said she now wants the museum to return her old drum kit, which she said Prince personally asked to "borrow" to display there. Jun 11
What will the Explore Minnesota Film Office mean for the state's economy? Minnesota's been a popular place to shoot movies and TV shows over the years​, but the state may soon become even more of a destination for Hollywood. Jun 9
Minnesota university students give behind-the-scenes look at campus life on "The College Tour" Two Minnesota colleges are the first schools in the state to be featured in a national TV show highlighting life on campus. Jun 7
Pat Sajak takes a final spin on "Wheel of Fortune" Pat Sajak, who hosted "Wheel of Fortune" for 41 years, will hand the reins over to Ryan Seacrest. Jun 7
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