Massive Christmas tree returns to Rice Park after 3-year absence
The "Tree of Lights" will glow up Saturday at 5:30 p.m. in Rice Park. There will be live music, refreshments and guest speakers, including Mayor Melvin Carter, at the tree lighting.
Military leaders, lawmakers honor veterans during ceremony in Inver Grove Heights
Minnesotans are taking time to pause on Friday to thank those who have served our country.
Minnesota's verification system caused delay in $2.04B Powerball drawing, officials say
Minnesota lottery officials say the state's verification system caused the delay in reporting the latest Powerball numbers.
United Way, Minnesota State system partner to pair students with necessary resources
"You got this, we got you." That's the sentiment behind a new partnership aimed to help students succeed and thrive during higher education.
Chaska auto shop sees booming business, but struggles with rising cost of labor
Business is booming at Auto Pros in Chaska. But with a rising successful business, so is the cost of labor.
Folds of Honor eases financial stress for military families
Folds of Honor is a national nonprofit working to make sure no family is left behind on the battlefield.
Bloomington Fire Department faces severe staffing shortage
Typically, between paid on call, full-time and volunteer firefighters, the department needs 150 to 155 workers to be considered full staffed. But right now, Bloomington has 99.
Minnesota mirrors national trend of increasing overdose deaths
In 2021, 1,286 Minnesotans died from drug overdoses, a 22% increase from the year before.
Terrance Leslie makes first court appearance in Maplewood toddler's death
A 26-year-old Maplewood man appeared in court Friday morning in connection to a toddler's death earlier this week. His bond was set at $2 million.
MSP Airport expecting 40K travelers as MEA break begins
It's set to be a busy day at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
MN volunteers who helped with Hurriacne Ian recovery head back to Midwest
Volunteers from non-profits like the Salvation Army and American Red Cross are now returning home after a two-week deployment in Florida. But the work there is far from over.
Inflation hitting local food shelves hard
It's a hidden problem, but a growing one. Food insecurity impacts tens of thousands of Minnesotans every year.
Minnesota DNR asks state to conserve water at home
Right now, parts of southern Minnesota need to see 11 to 15 inches of precipitation before the end of the year.
Activists demand Minneapolis councilmembers sign moratorium on homeless encampment clearings
Communities United Against Police Brutality are planning on issuing a list of demands of the city. They also plan to request the Minneapolis City Council to "sign a resolution in support of a moratorium on raids of encampments and small camps."