Tens of thousands at ‘No Kings’ protests in Minnesota, mourn violence targeting state politicians
The State Patrol asked that people stay away from the rallies “out of an abundance of caution,” but thousands still turned out in the Twin Cities, Duluth and Rochester.
June 14, 2025
In wake of shootings, State Patrol asking the public not to attend ‘No Kings Day’ rallies in Minnesota
Authorities requesting that people stay away “out of an abundance of caution,” following the fatal shooting of state Rep. Melissa Hortman and wounding of state Sen. John Hoffman.
June 14, 2025
Ellison reaches settlement with mobile home park operator over false pandemic-era claims
Sun Communities misused funds from a state program intended to curb evictions at a Rochester-area site, the lawsuit alleges.
June 13, 2025
Minnesota driver who was injured by part that fell off passing semi has died
The State Patrol said a case will be sent to prosecutors for possible charges against the trucker.
June 13, 2025
Rochester eyes more car-free living for its booming downtown
A majority of the City Council appears to support repealing parking minimums for housing projects as more public transit comes online.
June 13, 2025
Law enforcement fatally shoots suspect in southern Minnesota; woman found dead in residence
Deputies were called to a home in rural Albert Lea about a domestic disturbance.
June 11, 2025
Union workers at Mayo Clinic Methodist in Rochester approve new contract
The unanimous vote to accept the new contract comes two months after members voted to abandon arbitration in future bargaining for the right to strike.
June 9, 2025
Charges: Man made guns and spoke of blowing up State Capitol, synagogue and other buildings
Roommates said the man held white nationalist viewpoints, according to the charges.
June 9, 2025
Meth makes comeback in Minnesota in more dangerous and record ways
As the fentanyl crisis diverted the public’s attention, methamphetamine inundated the state.
June 7, 2025
Once-forgotten pits could be the most significant Indigenous archaeological site in southern Minnesota
The Grand Meadow Chert Quarry is about to open as a new trail, allowing more of its history to be discovered.
June 7, 2025
U proposes 7% cuts to academic programs, largest tuition hike in more than a decade
The 6.5% tuition jump, if approved, will be the biggest tuition increase in 14 years at the Twin Cities campus.
June 6, 2025
Semi kills 10 cows on southeastern Minnesota highway
The truck driver was taken to the hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening, the State Patrol said.
May 31, 2025