Who is Katie Blackwell, acting chief of MPD after O'Hara's resignation?
Katie Blackwell, the assistant chief of operations for Minneapolis police will serve as acting chief of the department after Brian O'Hara resigned Tuesday evening.
How autism, and family, helped mold the work of Minnesota artist Michael Shay
Minnesota artist Michael Shay, who lives with autism, is achieving his artistic dream with focus, determination and typography.
How Elk River high school students are learning how to budget
A new state law requires a personal finance course to graduate from Minnesota schools.
New Minnesota-built technology aims to better protect firefighting pilots
At a hangar in St. Paul, Minnesota, engineers at Momentum Aeronautics are building Heatwave, a new generation scooping float system designed to make one of firefighting aviation's most dangerous jobs safer.
Twin Cities teenager "brings joy to everyone" while braving terminal cancer
A Twin Cities teenager is facing an unimaginable battle: terminal cancer. She's fortunate enough to have family by her side through her fearless fight as they all hope for a miracle.
How Dunwoody College is preparing students for technical careers
As many workers search for stability, one Minneapolis technical college program is opening doors.
Make your retirement savings last longer with these expert tips
Retirement, like everything else, is getting more expensive. And more Minnesotans are worried they could outlive their savings.
Company donates school supplies to Jenny Lind Elementary
Company donates school supplies to Jenny Lind Elementary
NAMI, family of Annunciation shooting victim call on lawmakers to pass gun violence bill
Brittany Haeg is living with the deep scars of gun violence. Her three children attend Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, and her 6-year-old son David was hurt during the deadly mass shooting on Aug. 27, 2025.
Anoka County turns to AI to answer non-emergency calls
A Minnesota county is turning to artificial intelligence to help answer non-emergency calls.
Rising gas prices may push some rideshare drivers off the road
Some Twin Cities rideshare drivers say they may have to leave the road as gas prices continue to increase.
Faribault man celebrates 50 years working as an EMT
For more than 50 years, Steve Nesseth has answered the call, not for the recognition, but because for him service is simply a way of life.
Delta refinery expected to save airline $300M as fuel costs soar
Airlines are raising ticket prices and cutting flights after jet fuel costs jumped sharply, with average summer airfare up 10% to 20% depending on destination.
Art in Bloom adds Party in Bloom with Dessa performance
Bobby Rogers once came to the Minneapolis Institute of Art to sketch and study; now he leads its design and editorial work, shaping what visitors see and experience.
Inside Fairview Southdale Hospital's calmer alternative to emergency room
At M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital in Edina, Minnesota, there is an emergency room within the emergency room, focused on mental health.