U of M regents approve budget featuring tuition hikes, program cuts
The University of Minnesota's Board of Regents on Wednesday approved next year's operating budget, which features tuition hikes of up to 7.5% and a 7% cut to academic programs.
2 tornadoes hit cabin country during Monday's severe weather, NWS says
Neither tornado caused any injuries or fatalities, the National Weather Service said.
Candlelight vigil at Capitol honors Mark and Melissa Hortman
Lawmakers and the public gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol Wednesday night to honor Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark, who were fatally shot over the weekend in what authorities called a political assassination.
General Mills will remove artificial dyes from all foods by end of 2027
The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and "nearly all" of its school offerings are already made without "certified colors."
Shelter-in-place order lifted in Chisholm after "shooting incident," police say
An overnight shooting in the northern Minnesota city of Chisholm prompted a shelter-in-place order that has since been lifted, police said.
Vikings' 2025 training camp features joint practices with Patriots
The Minnesota Vikings announced their 2025 training camp schedule Tuesday, with a dozen practices open to fans and plenty of ancillary activities.
Trial date set for Vikings WR Jordan Addison's California DUI case
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Jordan Addison is set to go to trial next month on a drunken driving charge in California.
Twin Cities food scene earns two James Beard Awards
Minnesota took home two James Beard Awards during Monday night's ceremony, earning some national recognition for its locally evangelized food scene.
Vikings' offensive trinity exudes confidence, chemistry after minicamp
It's neither hearsay nor heresy to say the future of the Minnesota Vikings rests in the hands of the triumvirate of head coach Kevin O'Connell, wide receiver Justin Jefferson and quarterback J.J. McCarthy.
Driver fleeing crash hits, critically injures woman walking in St. Paul
A woman is critically injured after a driver fleeing a crash struck her while she was walking in St. Paul Tuesday night.
Injured Vikings LT Darrisaw doing individual drills at minicamp
Christian Darrisaw returned to the practice field on Tuesday, less than eight months after the Minnesota Vikings' franchise left tackle suffered a season-ending knee injury.
Flores has new weapons on Vikings defense, but don't forget the old ones
The Minnesota Vikings added plenty of defensive talent this offseason, but Brian Flores is as excited about the returning players as the new guys.
Lynx star Napheesa Collier earns another Player of the Week award
Minnesota Lynx superstar Napheesa Collier has earned her second Western Conference Player of the Week award this season, adding another accolade to her MVP-level year.
Minnesota Vikings extend TE Josh Oliver
The Minnesota Vikings announced a contract extension Tuesday for Josh Oliver, the team's No. 2 tight end whose size and strength make him a premier blocker in both the running and passing game.
MPD memo reiterates non-participation in immigration enforcement
After a federal raid in Minneapolis spurred community unrest, the city's police department has reiterated to its rank-and-file instructions not to collaborate with federal immigration agents.