WCCO tests the long-distance capabilities of electric vehicles
WCCO's Erin Hassanzadeh and producer Joan Gilbertson took a 191-mile trip from St. Paul to Two Harbors in electric vehicles and discovered a few bumps in the road.
Skiers, including Jessie Diggins, adjust to using wax without PFAS
While snowy weather finally showed up, changing and unpredictable winters aren't just inconvenient, they're an existential threat to the sport itself.
Minnesota company helps produce electric-powered firetrucks
Traditional firetrucks cost anywhere between $900,000 to $1.3 million. The RTX is nearly double at $1.85 million — but it opens up funding options from cities and governments pushing to cut emissions.
Midtown Global Market presents series of artists in residency
During lunchtime, one can find a beautiful spectrum of cuisines from around the world in a space that offers cultural experiences 52 weeks a year. But you can also find an equally beautiful array of art.
Minneapolis hopes to revive red light cameras that were ruled unconstitutional in 2007
In June 2005, the Minneapolis Police Department enlisted some red-light cameras to cut crashes and save lives. They say it worked, but the Minnesota Supreme Court then unanimously decided that the cameras violated state law.
Lockbox key leads to adventure of a lifetime visiting all 7 continents, wrapping with Antarctica
If you pick out a spot on any map, odds are reasonably good Allison Niendiek has been there. Growing up in a small town in Illinois, her dreams always seemed a little outsized.
"The Carp Who Would Not Quit" showcases Japanese, Okinawan fables of perseverance
"The Carp Who Would Not Quit and Other Animal Stories" showcases tales from playwright Reiko Ho's upbringing. The Japanese and Okinawan stories are a love letter to her childhood.
Couple takes old White Bear Lake church and makes it into new kind of sanctuary
Kelly Clement and Steve Bucher say that the place certainly didn't look great when they first bought it. They say the sides were bowing, the insulation was bad, the electrical system was hazardous and the plumbing was terrible.
New incentives could help install solar panels on your house for little to no cost
Homeowners can do it through the free Solar United Neighbors co-op, a group that leverages the power of buying in bulk to connect a group of homeowners to reputable installers.
Minnesota wetlands are expanding, thanks to restoration efforts
Despite recent federal protection reductions, the Department of Natural Resources says wetlands are expanding in Minnesota.
AG Keith Ellison sues Evergreen Acres Dairy, alleging $3M in wage theft, substandard housing conditions
"This is one of the biggest cases we've taken on so far and it should send a message that we will fight wage theft to make sure that every worker in Minnesota takes home every penny that they have earned," Ellison said.
Minnesota explorer Pascale Marceau and partner escape close calls during Canadian Arctic expedition
She and her partner had four polar bear encounters as they pulled all their supplies on sleds and skis across Canada's high Arctic country, her longest exploration to date. But it was one moment that almost ended the entire thing.
Northfield project aimes to tackle twin crisis of climate change and affordable housing
Hillcrest Village is a mix of affordable, subsidized and free emergency housing. It's designed to be not only affordable but fully electric, with a "Net Zero Energy" distinction. They say they're the first in the nation to pull it off for this type of housing.
St. Louis Park's iconic Galaxy Drive-In tapped for a big makeover this year
The Galaxy will soon become Well's Roadside, which will keep some drive-in spots but also add year-round dining on an all-season, pet-friendly pergola patio.
72-year-old dives into improv at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre
We've all heard the expression "use it or lose it," and Steve Buechler, he takes that to heart. The 72-year-old recently enrolled in a beginner improv class at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre.