After convention concerns, Minnesota GOP clears way for Demuth, others to continue to primary
House Speaker Lisa Demuth had voiced misgivings about the accuracy of the electronic voting system during the Duluth convention.
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Four charged in gang-related shooting outside of graduation ceremony in downtown St. Paul
The shooting broke out between members and associates of the gangs “Muddy” and “Vill” after an argument at a college graduation held in St. Paul.
Judge orders U.S. to pay nearly $16,000 in legal fees for man who suffered head injury after ICE arrest
Alberto Castañeda Mondragón claimed he was beaten by federal agents, who said he ran into a brick wall.
Who is Ben Schierer, Amy Klobuchar’s running mate?
A self-described “rural progressive,” Schierer served two terms as mayor of Fergus Falls. Now he’s the DFL-endorsed candidate for lieutenant governor.
Police interviews missing from Minneapolis audit of high-profile cases raise family concerns
City auditor says he struggled to get full police participation in his investigation and would like Legislature to give his office more authority, such as subpoena power.
Moment of silence for Chauvin at GOP state convention sparks blowback
The brief moment of silent prayer for the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of second-degree murder in George Floyd’s killing was not planned by party leaders.
Minneapolis police overtime is dragging down the entire city budget
The city’s rainy day fund is drying up as it spends more and collects less money.
News & Politics
Investigations and new evidence: What led to Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara’s downfall
City officials quietly reopened a sexual misconduct investigation into O’Hara after a department whistleblower emerged with new evidence of interference.
News & Politics
Minneapolis voters may have no say when it comes to approving a new $105 million school
The Minneapolis school board wants to proceed with design of a new Anishinabe Academy offering classes in Native language and culture.
Minneapolis
What we know about Katie Blackwell, the new acting police chief in Minneapolis
Blackwell was put in the spotlight when she testified during the trial of Derek Chauvin, the officer who murdered George Floyd.
Business
Ramstad: Minnesota is right to take on the fight against prediction markets
Free market proponents like me have been forced to recognize that prediction markets are neither fair nor free.
News & Politics
Angie Craig to skip DFL convention in favor of primary for U.S. Senate
The move effectively guarantees Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan the party’s backing at this weekend’s convention, though both Democrats are expected to compete through the August primary.
Outdoor Activities
The new Minnesota Driftless Hiking Trail takes its first steps
Plus, another trail is opening in Henderson; get moving at Global Running Day event.
Minneapolis
The latest: Police Chief Brian O’Hara resigns from Minneapolis department
The news comes after an investigative report made “concerning substantiated findings” that showed O’Hara interfered during a probe into sexual misconduct allegations against him. In a letter, Mayor Jacob Frey…
News & Politics
Court halts work on Minnesota data center
A Goodhue County judge has issued a restraining order on construction of a data center outside Pine Island, near Rochester.
Twin Cities Suburbs
Suburbs pushing back as investors snap up single-family homes to convert into rentals
The trend is sparking heated debates over how the rise in single-family rentals is affecting the homeownership rate and the limited stock of affordable housing.
Politics
Peggy Flanagan channels anti-Trump anger into U.S. Senate campaign to ‘avenge Minnesota’
Flanagan has emerged as the progressive favorite in the high-profile Democratic Senate primary, testing whether grassroots energy can outweigh concerns over the Walz administration’s record.
Mankato
Teen found fatally shot inside crashed vehicle in North Mankato
Police say Tyson Michael Goodsell, 17, was found with a gunshot wound inside a vehicle that crashed into a townhouse late Saturday night.
Minneapolis
Community gathers to remember George Floyd 6 years after death
The anniversary event came as controversial plans move forward to change the intersection where Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin.
News & Politics
White Bear Lake remembers fallen veterans including Nicole Amor on Memorial Day
The Twin Cities suburb honored local fallen soldiers dating to World War I.
News & Politics
Minneapolis Park Board to MnDOT: Can we talk about Hwy. 280?
The Park Board fears closing a left turn lane at Broadway Street will impact its plans to finish the Grand Rounds bike loop.
News & Politics
Can you guess the most popular names for babies in Minnesota?
Also: Look up how your name’s popularity has changed over the last century.
News & Politics
Adam Schwarze built momentum with GOP activists. Now rivals are trying to stop him.
Once largely unknown to Minnesota Republicans, the former Navy SEAL has gained momentum in the Senate race by courting party activists and embracing Trump-era conservatism.
News & Politics
After a ‘frustrating’ session at the Minnesota Capitol, Annunciation parents vow to keep fighting
They notched a handful of wins, but big-ticket items, like gun control, were left on the table.
Minneapolis
Minneapolis police rarely responded to ICE calls but still spent millions on overtime
MPD prioritized preventing large-scale civil unrest over responding to calls from residents concerned about unlawful force by ICE.
Twin Cities Suburbs
As caretakers age, some small Minnesota cemeteries struggle to survive
A growing number of small cemeteries in suburban and rural areas are turning to cities to take over ownership as community support dwindles.
Weather
90 degrees in May? Hot weather will swamp Minnesota this week.
The National Weather Service predicts highs in the 80s for Memorial Day, with similarly sweltering weather persisting through the week.
Investigations
Five takeaways from inside Fort Snelling Immigration Court
It’s one of 70 immigration courts across the U.S. where asylum denials have skyrocketed and secrecy is growing.
News & Politics
What’s open and closed in the Twin Cities metro on Memorial Day 2026
Most grocery stores and malls will be open, but libraries and government offices are closed for the holiday.
St. Paul
Minneapolis, St. Paul started paying rent aid after Metro Surge. Here’s how it’s going.
Both Twin Cities pay struggling renters, but each runs its program differently.
News & Politics
Watch today’s full question period
During regular sittings of the House, question period starts at 2:15 p.m. ET Monday through Thursday and 11:15 a.m. ET on Fridays. Watch the full live feed from the new…