1 injured in shooting at Benihana in Maple Grove; no arrests, police say
A man is in the hospital and police are looking for a suspect after a shooting at the Japanese restaurant Benihana on Friday afternoon.
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Minnesota AG investigating College Hunks Shoreview
The Minnesota Attorney General's Office wants answers from a hauling and moving company following a WCCO investigation.
Shakopee shooting leaves man in critical condition, police investigating
Police in Shakopee, Minnesota are investigating a shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Jesper Wallstedt makes 28 saves for 2nd straight shutout, Wild beat Ducks 2-0
Minnesota backup Jesper Wallstedt made 28 saves for his second straight shutout and Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 on Saturday night.
Son films as father is detained by masked ICE agents in Northfield
Video shows traumatic moments for a teenager as ICE agents detained his father Tuesday.
New federal hemp THC limits threaten industry as businesses hope for repeal
Congress this week, as part of a deal to reopen the government, passed a provision that would restrict hemp-derived THC products, a move Minnesota producers say would be a major blow to their business.
Brother of teen slain at Minneapolis party says he radiated "happiness and love"
Thomas Loyd didn't think anything of it when, on Nov. 2, Aundre Loyd put on a Halloween costume and left the house for a birthday party. What he didn't know was that his brother would be going to a birthday party in Minneapolis, and that he wouldn't be coming home.
3 Clear Lake employees charged with embezzling from city
Three municipal employees of a central Minnesota town are accused of embezzling more than $200,000 collectively from the city.
Sen. Hoffman undergoes surgery for injuries sustained in lawmaker shootings
Minnesota Sen. John Hoffman is out of the hospital after undergoing a 9-hour surgery for injuries he sustained in June's lawmaker shootings, according to a news release sent Friday.
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Windy day brings cooler air, afternoon sunshine
After record breaking heat on Friday, an overnight cold front has brought the temps down to the 50s for the metro area and high 30s to low 40s for other parts of the state.
Ski hills in Minnesota and Wisconsin open for the winter season
Ski hills in Taylors Falls, Minnesota, and Dresser, Wisconsin, are open for the winter season.
Did a last-minute change in course seal the Edmund Fitzgerald's fate in 1975?
It's one of the most well-known shipwrecks in American history. Today marks 50 years since the Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior, but the legend of the lost freighter lives on.
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NEXT Weather: 6:30 p.m. weather report for Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025
We saw a cooler but still above average day on Saturday. Temps in the overnight hours will drop down to the upper 20s and 30s. Sunday will feel similar but we will see more sunshine. Meteorologist Lisa Meadows breaks it down and shares when we could see a potential for rain or snow.
The United Heroes League's outdoor rink got a major facelift
A ribbon cutting was held Saturday for the United Heroes League's upgraded outdoor rink.
A decade later, Jamar Clark's family honor and remember him
It's been 10 years since Jamar Clark was shot and killed by Minneapolis Police Officers.
Volleyball tournament held to raise funds, honor Harper Moyski
Harper Moyski's volleyball team held a fundraising event to honor her and raise funds for a permanent memorial.
A local bakery got support from a Minnesota icon
An unusual start for a local baker—after working for a Minnesota icon, she opened her own shop, with homage to her former employer.
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Jesper Wallstedt makes 28 saves for 2nd straight shutout, Wild beat Ducks 2-0
Minnesota backup Jesper Wallstedt made 28 saves for his second straight shutout and Wild beat the Anaheim Ducks 2-0 on Saturday night.
How to watch Bears vs. Vikings game for NFL Week 11
The Minnesota Vikings take on the Chicago Bears at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis in Week 11 of the 2025 NFL season on Sunday afternoon.
Dante Moore throws for 2 touchdowns and No. 7 Oregon routs Minnesota 42-13
Dante Moore threw for two touchdowns and freshman Jordon Davison ran for another pair to lead No. 7 Oregon to a 42-13 victory over Minnesota.
Twins hire former pitcher LaTroy Hawkins as bullpen coach
The Minnesota Twins have hired former pitcher LaTroy Hawkins as bullpen coach on new manager Derek Shelton's staff.
Timberwolves defeat Kings 124-110 in NBA Cup game
Anthony Edwards scored 30 points and Julius Randle added 26 points and 11 rebounds as the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the fourth quarter and beat the Sacramento Kings 124-110 in an NBA Cup game.
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Why do people decorate for the holidays so early?
According to the Minnesota Christmas Tree Association, 50% of their farms open before Thanksgiving, which used to be unheard of.
Is raking necessary? What's the best way to get rid of leaves?
We're past our prime when it comes to fall colors. But for many, it's peak time for yardwork.
Can your baby bump reveal your child's sex?
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
Why do we celebrate Halloween?
It's a holiday enjoyed by many, but understood by few.
Are weighted vests effective?
Anyone who has taken a walk lately may have noticed people wearing weighted vests.
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Elders, college students thrive together in intergenerational residence
When you think of college roommates, you likely think of a couple of young adults making their way through school and fun. But there's a Twin Cities residence that's completely rethinking the concept of co-ed living, and it's turned into a life-giving project.
Families of domestic violence victims call for justice in Minneapolis
Activists joined the families of Mariah Samuels and Allison Lussier in front of the Hennepin County Government Center Thursday afternoon. They say Minneapolis police and others didn't do enough to keep their loved ones safe.
Lakeville family turns driveway into free food pantry
A Lakeville family has turned their driveway into a small, free food pantry. It's a place where anyone can stop by and grab fresh produce and staples with no questions asked.
Hastings restaurant offers free meals to SNAP recipients every Tuesday in November
At Lock and Dam Eatery, the restaurant will soon be serving a different kind of meal, meant to ease the burden of hunger.
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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.
Astra the Polar Bear
A look at the newest addition to the polar bear population at St. Paul, Minnesota's Como Zoo.
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Volleyball tournament to honor Harper Moyski held Saturday
The first ever Harper Moyski Volleyball Tournament was held Saturday, her team using the tournament to raise funds and honor Moyski.
United Heroes League's outdoor rink gets upgrade ahead of Hockey Day Minnesota
Months before Hockey Day in Minnesota comes to Hastings, its host venue is getting a chance to show off major upgrades ahead of the festivities.
Golden Valley police ask for help finding missing 19-year-old
Golden Valley Police are asking the public for help in finding 19-year-old Jayanna Maree Starks.
Shakopee shooting leaves man in critical condition, police investigating
Police in Shakopee, Minnesota are investigating a shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Windy day brings cooler air, afternoon sunshine
After record breaking heat on Friday, an overnight cold front has brought the temps down to the 50s for the metro area and high 30s to low 40s for other parts of the state.
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United Heroes League's outdoor rink gets upgrade ahead of Hockey Day Minnesota
Months before Hockey Day in Minnesota comes to Hastings, its host venue is getting a chance to show off major upgrades ahead of the festivities.
Windy day brings cooler air, afternoon sunshine
After record breaking heat on Friday, an overnight cold front has brought the temps down to the 50s for the metro area and high 30s to low 40s for other parts of the state.
3 Clear Lake employees charged with embezzling from city
Three municipal employees of a central Minnesota town are accused of embezzling more than $200,000 collectively from the city.
Feeney family has star QBs at St. John's, Moorhead High School
Trey Feeney has been putting up big numbers for the Johnnies of late, since taking over the full-time quarterback job.
Deputy fatally shoots man after short chase in northern Minnesota
State authorities are investigating after a deputy shot and killed a man in northern Minnesota on Thursday.
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Wisconsin WWII veteran Reynolds Tomter dies at 108
At 108, he was the oldest living Merchant Marine in the world.
Woman dead after Barron County mobile home fire
A woman was found dead after a mobile home fire in western Wisconsin last week.
Here's where to find food assistance in Minnesota, and how to help
Minnesota was one of 25 states that sued the Trump administration in the fight for food assistance, as more than 440,000 residents rely on the program.
"Fireball meteor" lights up skies across Minnesota, Wisconsin
Some people were treated to an astral spectacle late Wednesday night, as a "fireball meteor" flashed across the night sky in parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Wis. moves ahead with prison overhaul plan despite GOP objections
Wisconsin Democratic Gov. Tony Evers' sweeping plan for overhauling the state's aging prison system is moving forward with bipartisan support despite complaints from Republican lawmakers that their concerns were not being addressed.
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New federal hemp THC limits threaten industry as businesses hope for repeal
Congress this week, as part of a deal to reopen the government, passed a provision that would restrict hemp-derived THC products, a move Minnesota producers say would be a major blow to their business.
Minneapolis businesses react to federal ban on some hemp-derived THC products
Advocates say changes in federal law are a buzzkill for part of the cannabis industry. As part of the shutdown deal, Congress made hemp-derived THC drinks and gummies illegal. Caroline Cummings explains the impact on the budding businesses and the plan for an uncertain future.
Trump cuts tariffs on beef, coffee, bananas and other food imports
President Trump exempted foods like beef and bananas from his sweeping country-by-country tariffs on Friday.
Several major airlines expect smooth Thanksgiving travel
Many Americans are gearing up to travel for the holidays, and there are plenty of questions on how long shutdown impacts will be felt in the skies.
Mayo Clinic AI breakthrough shows gender gap in diagnosing sleep apnea
Sleep apnea is often not diagnosed in women, because women are told to expect to be tired.
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Vehicle repossessions surging at pace on par with Great Recession
More than 2.2 million vehicles have already been repossessed this year, a number expected to climb past 3 million by the end of 2025, in line with the Great Recession.
Krispy Kreme makes Minnesota return with opening of Fridley location
A popular brand is making its sweet return to Minnesota on Wednesday.
Pros and cons of a 50-year mortgage, according to real estate experts
The Trump administration is working on a plan for a 50-year mortgage, and Twin Cities real estate professionals say there are many pros and cons to consider.
Government shutdown bill targets hemp THC products
There's an unexpected consequence inside the deal to end the federal government shutdown: making hemp products illegal.
Slime beats out snow as Toy Hall of Fame 2025 inductee
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
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Shakopee shooting leaves man in critical condition, police investigating
Police in Shakopee, Minnesota are investigating a shooting that took place in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Brother of teen slain at Minneapolis party says he radiated "happiness and love"
Thomas Loyd didn't think anything of it when, on Nov. 2, his brother, Aundre Lloyd, put on a Halloween costume and left the house for a birthday party in Minneapolis. What he didn't know was that his brother wouldn't be coming home.
Man dead, woman hurt after assault in St. Paul
While no one has been arrested, police said the public is not in danger.
Shots fired in Columbia Heights, but none hurt, sheriff's office says
No one was hurt when someone opened fire on a residential street in Columbia Heights, Minnesota, Friday morning, authorities said, and the shooter has not been found.
Speeding driver claimed no memory of fatal St. Paul crash, charges say
Musab Kosar, a 22-year-old man from Fridley, Minnesota, was charged with one count of criminal vehicular homicide in Ramsey County on Thursday.
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Mayo Clinic turns to AI to help narrow gender gap in diagnosing sleep apnea
Mayo Clinic doctors tap into AI technology to detect and treat women with sleep apnea, a disorder that's often misdiagnosed in women.
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FDA chief says warning labels deterred menopause care: "It's an American tragedy"
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
M Health Fairview, UnitedHealthcare dispute could leave patients out of network
M Health Fairview says over 100,000 patients with commercial plans from UnitedHealthcare may find themselves out of network come Jan. 1, 2026.
Minnesotans to receive full SNAP benefits this weekend, Gov. Walz says
Minnesota leaders confirmed Saturday the state will issue full SNAP benefits for November to the 440,000 Minnesotans enrolled in wake of a federal court ruling ordering existing federal funds to be directed to the program.
Can your baby bump reveal your child's sex?
One of the earliest surprises in parenthood can be learning the sex of your baby. There are tests to determine gender, but can your belly reveal the sex of your baby?
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Slime beats out snow as Toy Hall of Fame 2025 inductee
Slime, that gooey, sticky and often-homemade plaything, was enshrined into the National Toy Hall of Fame on Thursday along with perennial bestselling games Battleship and Trivial Pursuit.
Sally Kirkland, actor known for roles in "Anna" and "The Sting," dies at 84
Sally Kirkland was best known for sharing the screen with Paul Newman and Robert Redford in "The Sting" and her Oscar-nominated title role in the 1987 movie "Anna."
App provides Twin Cities audio tour of the spots that made Prince
As "Purple Rain: The Musical" takes the stage in Minneapolis, fans can step outside the theater and into Prince's world.
Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast among Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's newest inductees
The 2025 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame class included Warren Zevon, Bad Company, Salt-N-Pepa, Outkast, Soundgarden, Cyndi Lauper and The White Stripes.
Kendrick Lamar leads the 2026 Grammy nominations. See the list.
Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga and Bad Bunny are among the artists with the most Grammy nominations this year.