Robbinsdale church's back-to-school party tradition helps families in need
A church in Robbinsdale, Minnesota, is helping families start the school year with a little less pressure, and some of the volunteers know exactly what that help can mean.
Dairy Queen owner raises concerns over cannabis dispensary next door
Dan Lommen placed a message on the restaurant's sign reading, "Weed shop, children don't mix. Respect! GV."
Federal cuts may have delayed wildfire prevention program near Echo Trail
A former U.S. Forest Service district ranger says a wildfire prevention project planned for an area near the Echo Trail was ready to move forward before it was delayed by a federal funding review and staffing reductions.
MnDOT to install speed safety cameras at 2 construction sites
The Minnesota Department of Transportation says it is installing speed safety cameras at two construction sites in late July.
Mom aids in rescue from afar when family's BWCA trip ends in evacuation
An annual Boundary Waters Canoe Area trip for a family from White Bear Lake, Minnesota, ended early after wildfires forced visitors to evacuate the wilderness.
3 Minnesota ice cream shops among dozens in U.S. eyeing top national honors
Three Minnesota ice cream shops are in the running for a national title this summer.
Cyclist dies days after being hit by car door in St. Paul, police say
A cyclist died days after he was struck by an open car door in St. Paul, Minnesota, late last month, according to police.
Teen has emergency surgery after swallowing wire bristle in burger
Noah Walden says he didn't notice anything unusual while eating. About three days later, he began experiencing stomach pain that continued to worsen over the next several days.
Here's how to keep your pets safe amid Minnesota's heat wave
As temperatures climb across the Twin Cities this week, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep a close eye on their animals.
Joe's Lemonade Stand marks 11th year fundraising for Gillette Children's
What started as a small fundraiser following one of Joe's surgeries at Gillette Children's has grown into a community tradition that has raised nearly $100,000 for the hospital.
Adaptive music ensemble performs at USA Special Olympics Games
Instead of traditional sheet music, musicians learn songs through colors, shapes, symbols and other familiar tools.
Vietnam veteran from Minnesota to be posthumously honored in D.C.
A Minnesota family is preparing to travel to Washington, D.C., this week to honor a Vietnam War veteran whose family says his service continued to affect him long after he came home.
New DNR app lets anglers, hunters purchase and store licenses digitally
For more than 25 years, Minnesota hunters and anglers have relied on the same licensing system, but starting Tuesday, they can buy and store licenses digitally through a new app.
North Minneapolis principal uses "Wheel of Fortune" as lesson for students
A north Minneapolis middle school principal gave his students something positive to cheer for on Monday after his winning appearance on "Wheel of Fortune" aired nationwide.
Teen walking again 1 year after severe spinal cord injury
Jackson Drum plans to attend a program at Rutgers University this summer to help students with spinal cord injuries learn how to live more independently before college.