Reps. Ilhan Omar, Angie Craig say Whipple building was "completely empty" during oversight visit
Two Minnesota members of Congress say they're going back to the building at the center of the immigration surge after being denied access last month.
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Yvette Hoffman: "I looked into the face of the man who tried to destroy my family"
Prosecutors working on the case of Vance Boelter — the man accused of killing Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband in a politically motivated spree that also injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife — say they have not yet made a decision whether to pursue the death penalty.
Trump says he's considering limited military strike on Iran
"I guess I can say I am considering that," President Trump told reporters when asked about the possibility of a limited strike on Iran.
Federal judge orders release of man who crashed while fleeing ICE in St. Paul
A federal judge has ordered the release of a man who authorities say was fleeing from federal officers when he crashed in St. Paul last week.
Minnesota company accused of discrimination agrees to settlement
The Minnesota Department of Human Rights says it has secured a settlement agreement with a transportation company accused of discriminating against and firing an employee because of their race and the country they are from.
Minneapolis, Chicago mayors to give unofficial State of the Union rebuttals
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson will join several other Democratic elected officials and well-known actors in giving unofficial responses to President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday night, according to a news release about the event.
Minnesota has seen 5 measles cases so far in 2026
Measles cases in the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate in a generation, and the trend now includes five cases in Minnesota since the start of the new year.
Lawmaker claims she found "problematic" voter information in Hennepin County
Republican Minnesota Rep. Pam Altendorf pointed to concerns about hundreds of voters over the age of 100 years old and many more missing information like full names, birthdates and addresses.
Supreme Court ruling against Trump tariffs will offer relief, businesses say
Businesses could be owed nearly $150 billion in refunds after the Supreme Court struck down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.
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Hovland sees 34 inches of snow in Minnesota storm. See the latest totals.
Minnesotans got a brief taste of spring over the weekend, but the relief didn't last long, as a snowstorm pummeled parts of the Twin Cities and northern Minnesota on Wednesday afternoon.
Northern Minn. schools announce closures, delays amid winter storm
Multiple Minnesota schools have announced closures and delays on Thursday due to the effects of a winter storm.
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Boy, 15, injured after police chase ends in crash in Sherburne County
The Minnesota State Patrol says a 15-year-old boy is injured after a police pursuit in Becker Township on Friday ended when the car he was driving rolled over. Officials said the car was reported stolen.
ICE has moved detainees out of Minneapolis facility, Omar and Craig say
Democratic U.S. representatives Ilhan Omar and Angie Craig said Friday they're seeing the signs that U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents are leaving town. As Conor Wight explains, what they saw inside the Whipple Federal Building convinced them that Operation Metro Surge is ending.
There's still time to sample Nordic Village's winter menu
Martín Morelli and Lucas Liljenberg, from Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis, share a preview.
How to stay competitive in a rough job market
Amelia Santaniello talks with Rachel Zaslansky Sheer, co-owner and founder of Grapevine.
Fern the bunny rabbit is looking for a forever home
It's not always cats and dogs that we feature on Forever Home Fridays. This week, the Animal Humane Society is sharing a rabbit in need of a home.
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Norway breaks record for most gold medals won at a single Winter Olympics
Norway's Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo has earned the most gold medals at the Milano Cortina Games.
Mara Braun makes spirited comeback this season for surging Gophers
Mara Braun has made a spirited comeback for Minnesota this season.
Lake City declares "Taylor Heise Day" as Team USA wins gold in Milan
Inside Port 104 restaurant and bar in Lake City, Minnesota, the reaction was absolutely electric when hometown hero Taylor Heise earned her her first Olympic gold medal.
Team USA wins Olympic gold over Canada in women's hockey overtime thriller
This was the seventh gold medal match — and fifth in a row — between the two hockey powerhouses.
Olympics are "family business" for brothers Jack and Quinn Hughes
Jack Hughes and brother Quinn have been the best players for the U.S. at the Olympics.
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How do AI security checkpoints work?
On the first day of the Minnesota Legislature, artificial intelligence is giving visitors and lawmakers at the State Capitol a new sense of security.
Understanding contagiousness following recovery from a virus
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
Fact check: Did feds find thousands of missing kids in Minn. during ICE surge?
White House border czar Tom Homan, without offering further explanation, claimed the federal immigration operation in Minnesota uncovered thousands of missing children in the state, but it's likely related to a much larger number the administration has been touting for a few years.
Why do we celebrate Valentine's Day?
As our weather warms, love is also in the air. Valentine's Day is this Saturday, and while we know many of the traditions, Jeff Wagner wanted to get to the heart of the holiday.
Fact checking Trump's claims about "paid" Minnesota protesters
The monthslong Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge in Minnesota has sparked ongoing protests, some measured tens of thousands of demonstrators, others just a few dozen.
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Crowd shows support for 3 women protesting after confrontation
Tuesday afternoon, more than 20 people gathered on the Highway 62 bridge between Minneapolis and Richfield after a small protest sparked a confrontation there last week.
Somali community hesitantly hopeful amid news of ICE drawdown
Karmel Mall has been mostly silent, with shops closed at the building on East Lake Street. Operation Metro Surge has caused many Somalis to stay home.
Minnesotans band together to cover rent for their immigrant neighbors
The ongoing presence of ICE and federal law enforcement in the Minneapolis area has kept many immigrants at home for fear of being arrested. Now, their neighbors are crowdsourcing to cover their rent.
As ICE activity increases in Northfield, neighbors step up to support each other
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations aren't only happening in the Twin Cities. Federal agents are also working in smaller towns, and in some, seeing similar resistance from the community.
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Notable Deaths in 2025
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Northern lights seen over Minnesota: Nov. 11, 2025
Minnesotans got a great view of the northern lights Tuesday night.
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Federal judge orders release of man who crashed while fleeing ICE in St. Paul
A federal judge has ordered the release of a man who authorities say was fleeing from federal officers when he crashed in St. Paul last week.
Minnesota has seen 5 measles cases so far in 2026
Measles cases in the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate in a generation, and the trend now includes five cases in Minnesota since the start of the new year.
Prosecutors haven't made decision on pursuing death penalty for Vance Boelter
Prosecutors working on the case of Vance Boelter — the man accused of killing Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband in a politically motivated spree that also injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife — say they have not yet made a decision whether to pursue the death penalty.
Trial for ex-Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn set to start next month
A trial date has been set for a former Minnesota state senator charged in connection with an underage prostitution sting.
Reps. Ilhan Omar, Angie Craig say Whipple building was "completely empty"
Two Minnesota members of Congress returned to the building at the center of the state's immigration surge after being denied access last month.
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Trial for ex-Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn set to start next month
A trial date has been set for a former Minnesota state senator charged in connection with an underage prostitution sting.
Family fundraising for sportsman's club in honor of 2 boys killed in UTV crash
Two New London, Minnesota, brothers, who died when their UTV collided with a pick-up truck, are being honored in a special way.
Lake City declares "Taylor Heise Day" as Team USA wins gold in Milan
Inside Port 104 restaurant and bar in Lake City, Minnesota, the reaction was absolutely electric when hometown hero Taylor Heise earned her her first Olympic gold medal.
Hovland sees 34 inches of snow in Minnesota storm. See the latest totals.
Minnesotans got a brief taste of spring over the weekend, but the relief didn't last long, as a snowstorm pummeled parts of the Twin Cities and northern Minnesota on Wednesday afternoon.
Minnesota lawmakers discuss bills related to impacts of ICE surge
The Minnesota Legislature quickly began discussing proposals in response to the federal immigration crackdown in the state on Wednesday when lawmakers began their work in earnest after pausing to honor the late Rep. Melissa Hortman on day one.
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Wis. GOP leader Robin Vos to leave office after reshaping state
The longest-serving Assembly speaker in Wisconsin history, who acted as a block on the battleground state's Democratic governor and also drew the ire of President Donald Trump, isn't running again.
Wis. poised to leave Ark. as only state without expanded Medicaid for new moms
Wisconsin Republicans who long blocked a bipartisan measure to expand postpartum Medicaid coverage plan to pass the measure following pressure from Democrats.
Three dead after western Wisconsin house fire
Three people are dead after a house fire in a small western Wisconsin town early Saturday.
Frosty's got nothing on Jeffery the snowman
John Lauritsen shares the story behind a massive snow sculpture that's now become a winter destination.
Wis. man convicted of forging threat against Trump to get witness deported
A jury has found a Wisconsin man guilty of forging threats against President Donald Trump in an attempt to get a witness against him deported.
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Minneapolis, Chicago mayors to give unofficial State of the Union rebuttals
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson will join several other Democratic elected officials and well-known actors in giving unofficial responses to President Trump's State of the Union address on Tuesday night, according to a news release about the event.
Vance Boelter makes federal court appearance in lawmaker shootings
The man accused of killing a top Minnesota House Democrat and her husband appeared in court Friday.
Trump says he's considering limited military strike on Iran
"I guess I can say I am considering that," President Trump told reporters when asked about the possibility of a limited strike on Iran.
Supreme Court strikes down most of Trump's tariffs in major defeat
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled President Trump does not have the authority to unilaterally impose sweeping tariffs under a federal emergency powers law.
Trial for ex-Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn set to start next month
A trial date has been set for a former Minnesota state senator charged in connection with an underage prostitution sting.
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Mpls. restaurant workers lament losses from ICE surge, demand change
On Friday morning, workers held a press conference to reflect on how the Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge has impacted the food industry.
Gun permit applications, class demand skyrocket amid ICE surge
January is typically a slow month at Frontiersman Sports, but employees at the St. Louis Park, Minnesota, gun shop said sales spiked 30% above normal for the month.
TurnSignl app connects people stopped by ICE to lawyers
Amid ongoing immigration operations in Minnesota, a local company is filling a desperate need for on-demand legal help.
Students call on Walz to impose moratorium on evictions amid ICE surge
Outside the governor's mansion in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Friday, demonstrators, including many students and teachers, pleaded for Gov. Tim Walz to enact an immediate eviction moratorium to help families impacted by the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement surge.
Demonstrators in Dinkytown call for Target to speak out against ICE
It's part of broader protests calling on the Minneapolis-based retailer to respond more directly to immigration enforcement.
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Prosecutors haven't made decision on pursuing death penalty for Vance Boelter
Prosecutors working on the case of Vance Boelter — the man accused of killing Minnesota House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband in a politically motivated spree that also injured state Sen. John Hoffman and his wife — say they have not yet made a decision whether to pursue the death penalty.
Trial for ex-Minnesota Sen. Justin Eichorn set to start next month
A trial date has been set for a former Minnesota state senator charged in connection with an underage prostitution sting.
Man sentenced for setting fire to 2 Twin Cities mosques
Jackie Rahm Little pleaded guilty to one count each of arson and damage to religious property for setting fire to the Masjid Al-Rahma Mosque in Bloomington, Minnesota, and the Masjid Omar Islamic Center in Minneapolis in April 2023.
Man who shot, killed 3 at Minneapolis homeless encampment sentenced to 86.5 years
A man who was found guilty of killing three people at a Minneapolis homeless encampment was sentenced Thursday to 86.5 years in prison.
St. Paul City Council votes to enact face covering restrictions for officers
The St. Paul City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to require all law enforcement officers operating in the city to show their faces and to display badges, except in limited cases such as undercover work.
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Minnesota has seen 5 measles cases so far in 2026
Measles cases in the U.S. are rising at the fastest rate in a generation, and the trend now includes five cases in Minnesota since the start of the new year.
Hennepin Healthcare seeks Target Field sales tax amid financial crisis
It's a place that sees patients in the worst of times. And now, Hennepin Healthcare in downtown Minneapolis is in the worst of ways.
Understanding contagiousness following recovery from a virus
From the flu to the common cold, viruses keep knocking out Minnesotans this winter. A physician with Hennepin Healthcare breaks down how long an individual may be contagious after they start to feel better.
A life-altering stroke couldn't keep a Minneapolis triathlete from her passion
North Minneapolis resident Kate Varns is a bonafide Ironman, meaning she's finished the toughest of toughest triathlons. But after surviving a stroke several years ago, that accomplishment paled in comparison to what laid ahead.
2 U of M doctors named among TIME's 100 most influential people in health
Dr. Michael Osterholm and Dr. Emil Lou, faculty members with the University of Minnesota, have been recognized by TIME as two of the 100 most influential people in health in 2026.
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Eric Dane, "Grey's Anatomy" star diagnosed with ALS, dies at 53
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
U2 drops six-track EP with song honoring Renee Good
The EP, released on Ash Wednesday and called "Days of Ash" is "of the moment we wish we weren't in . . . but are," Bono said.
Stephen Colbert slams CBS, says network blocked James Talarico interview
"The Late Show" host Stephen Colbert criticized CBS on Monday night, saying the network blocked his interview with U.S. Senate hopeful James Talarico from airing.
Anderson Cooper to depart "60 Minutes" at end of season
Anderson Cooper will report multiple stories for "60 Minutes" before the end of the television season in May.
Bruce Springsteen kicking off next tour in Minneapolis in March
Springsteen's Land Of Hope And Dreams tour will start March 31 at Target Center. Tickets will go on sale Friday at noon.