Chicago ranked worst U.S. city for bed bugs again, Orkin says
Chicago remained the most bed bug-treated city in the country, according to Orkin's latest annual rankings covering a full year of residential and commercial treatment data.
Michigan high court: legal marijuana use cannot be banned as probation condition
The Michigan Supreme Court ruled unanimously that trial courts cannot prohibit marijuana use that complies with state law as a probation condition simply because it remains illegal under federal law.
2026 Emmy nominations are announced: See the full list
The nominations for the 78th annual Primetime Emmy Awards were announced Wednesday morning in Los Angeles, with the final season of HBO Max's "Hacks" setting a new record for the most nominations in a single year for a comedy series.
Family sues church after hidden camera found in restroom at kids' camp
A south suburban family has filed a lawsuit against Parkview Christian Church, alleging a volunteer placed a secret recording device in a restroom at the church's New Lenox location during a children's summer camp event in June.
Rep. Emmer says Somalis who don't assimilate should "go the hell back"
Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer made the remarks at a Faith and Freedom Coalition town hall on Capitol Hill, drawing a sharp response from Rep. Ilhan Omar.
Highway 62 in Edina closes this weekend for Rosland Park bridge removal
The existing Rosland Park pedestrian bridge will be removed starting Friday night as part of a replacement project expected to wrap up in early summer 2027.
Aimee Bock files federal appeal of fraud conviction, 500-month sentence
Aimee Bock filed an appeal with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit on June 16, contesting both her guilty verdict and the sentencing guidelines applied in her case.
House report: Minnesota officials ignored fraud warnings since 2019
A 205-page House Oversight Committee report alleges senior Minnesota officials, including Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison, failed to act on known fraud in state social programs dating back to 2019.
North Loop's Borough to close after 13 years in Minneapolis
Jester Concepts' Monday announcement noted that Borough will mark its remaining five weeks of service through June 27 with events celebrating the restaurant's history, and it encouraged customers to reserve tables during the final weeks.
Minnesota GOP: Chauvin "Moment of silence" was not part of official program
The Republican Party of Minnesota says party leadership did not support a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin held at its endorsement convention, while Attorney General Keith Ellison called the action deeply troubling and an act of cruelty to George Floyd's family.
MPD Chief O'Hara releases first statement after resignation
Through his attorney, O'Hara cited crime reductions and department rebuilding during his tenure but did not address the investigation that led to his resignation.
CFTC sues Minnesota over prediction market felony law
The federal commodities regulator filed suit against Minnesota to stop a new state law, signed by Gov. Tim Walz, that would criminalize operating or participating in prediction markets starting Aug. 1.
VP Vance claims DOJ is investigating Rep. Ilhan Omar
Vice President JD Vance confirmed Tuesday that the Justice Department is investigating Rep. Ilhan Omar over questions, including immigration fraud allegations and her finances.
Bill targets pensions for Congress members convicted of sex crimes
Two House members from opposite parties introduced legislation that would revoke federal retirement benefits from current or former members of Congress convicted of sexual assault, trafficking, or exploitation of minors — and redirect those funds to victims.
Patriotic Kenny, 84-year-old Navy vet and influencer, dies
Kenny Jary, known online as "Patriotic Kenny," built a following of more than 4 million across TikTok and Instagram by sharing positive messages and gifting mobility scooters to veterans across the country.