How do campaigns have your cellphone number?
Early voting in Minnesota starts next week, and campaigns are kicking it into overdrive. That's why voters are flooded with ads and messages on TV and online – and even by text.
Research at U of M aims to create hop variety that thrives in Midwest climate
The Midwest's humidity isn't kind to the cone-shaped flowers that flavor our favorite beers -- the environment here makes the hops more susceptible to diseases like mildews.
Met Council "not aware" of additional costs for Southwest Light Rail project as project expenses double
The chair of the government body overseeing the troubled Southwest Light Rail project said he was not aware of any additional costs associated with the transit line.
Education emerges as key issue in Minnesota governor's race
The state spends more on E-12 education than any other area -- nearly 40% of the two-year budget, according to the Minnesota Department of Management and Budget.
Fall allergy season upon us in Minnesota – and it's longer
ave your eyes been itchy? Have you been sneezing? You may be suffering from late summer and early fall allergies due to high pollen levels in the Twin Cities.
SWLRT special review: Legislative auditor finds over $500M of $2.74B budget is unfunded
Minnesota's Office of the Legislative Auditor released a special review of the Southwest Light Rail Transit project, which has been plagued with cost overruns and multiple delays.
Federal student debt relief will be subject to Minnesota state taxes unless legislature acts, revenue department says
Millions of Americans are expected to see some student loan forgiveness under a plan from the Biden administration. But Minnesotans who qualify could see a higher tax bill next year because of it.
Public can weigh in on if camera access should be expanded in Minnesota courtrooms
The Minnesota Supreme Court will soon consider updates to rules about audio and cameras recording inside state courtrooms for criminal proceedings, after it ordered a review of current practice last year.
Dozens of law enforcement agencies, auto repair shops part of state program targeting catalytic converter thefts
More than 100 local police departments and auto repair shops in the Twin Cities and beyond are a part of a state pilot program designed to deter thefts of cars' catalytic converters, which have increased in the last few years.
Minnesotans weigh in on President Joe Biden student loan forgiveness plan cancelling up to $20,000 for millions
The plan cancels $10,000 in federal student loans per borrower and an additional $10,000 for recipients of Pell Grants
DPS head calls State Fair security plan "most robust" in many years
The plan includes security outside the gates as well as within, and the fair has security cameras across the 322-acre grounds. Minnesotans coming to the fair starting Thursday will again be greeted with metal detectors at entrances.
Residents who sued over lack of MPD staffing encouraged by Mayor Frey's proposed budget
A group of people living in north Minneapolis won their lawsuit against the city after they sued over its depleted police force. However, the next step in the case is now delayed until November.
Minneapolis teachers contract sparks controversy online
Minneapolis teachers' new contract with the school district includes language intended to protect teachers of color from layoffs if there are future staff reductions due to budget cuts.
Mankato veteran pushed for new toxic burn pit legislation expanding health care benefits for veterans
"Proving your individual exposure in 1966 on a hill in South Vietnam, you know, when you have a known cancer that's associated with dioxin exposure, good luck -- and that's what this legislation removes," Michael McLaughlin said.
Violent crime rose in Minnesota in 2021, according to new state data
The 2021 Uniform Crime report published Friday shows violent crime rose by 16 percent in Greater Minnesota and by nearly 24 percent in the seven-county Twin Cities metro.