High school senior killed, her mom critically hurt in collision with dump truck in Minnesota
The three-vehicle wreck occurred near Crosslake, the Crow Wing Sheriff’s Office said.
May 11, 2025
Tolkkinen: On a three-day northern Minnesota tour, the grit and glory of our state became clear
A trip through western and northern Minnesota revealed points of pride and dire need. 
AuthoredKaren Tolkkinen
AuthoredKaren TolkkinenMay 10, 2025
Trump taps FBI to combat crime in Indian Country — prompting hope, skepticism
Advocates welcome additional resources while some remain skeptical until they see results.
May 10, 2025
Trolls, trails, birds and nature art converge on a trip to Detroit Lakes, Minn.
In northwestern Minnesota, varied landscapes and activities let explorers choose their own paths.
May 9, 2025
Arctic Cat says workforce will be back to about 500 by late summer
New ownership has announced a new snowmobile lineup and says production will be back by late summer in Thief River Falls and St. Cloud.
May 9, 2025
Talon Metals steps up exploratory drilling for a nickel mine in Minnesota, cites ‘exceptional’ find
The company, which is partnered with a subsidiary of international mining giant Rio Tinto, has drilled 292 holes in Aitkin County over four years.
May 8, 2025
Community center in northern Minnesota, $2 million in debt, files for bankruptcy
Walker Area Community Center, long a money pit, has a detailed plan for a more sustainable future.
May 7, 2025
When canoeing was king: Author explores a dream era for Minnesota racing
Big crowds, Native paddling heroes and canoe designs are part of a colorful history in ‘Pushing the River.’
May 6, 2025
As measles spreads nationwide, fewer Minnesota kindergartners have ‘herd immunity’
Minnesota’s kindergartners have been below the recommended 95% threshold for years, and more parents are getting exemptions for the MMR vaccine. Where are children most vulnerable to infectious spread?
May 6, 2025
Tolkkinen: Brainerd City Council should spend a night, or 30, sleeping outdoors
On the city’s first night without an overnight homeless shelter, I wandered the streets with the city’s unhoused as they tried to stay awake and avoid jail and a $1,000 fine. AuthoredKaren Tolkkinen
AuthoredKaren TolkkinenMay 6, 2025
Brainerd woman dies in grass fire
The body of the 65-year-old, who had mobility issues, was found near a lawn tractor in the yard.
May 5, 2025
Anderson: These 10 Minnesota lakes will get you hooked on walleye fishing
The state’s “Big 10″ account for nearly half of the annual harvest.
AuthoredDennis Anderson
AuthoredDennis AndersonMay 3, 2025
