Minnesota

College February 13, 2024

University of Minnesota student claims she was left to die by community adviser: lawsuit

University of Minnesota student Genevieve Lizotte is suing the school and an apartment owner after she says staff did nothing when she nearly died from a sepsis infection

Crime February 12, 2024

Minnesota women convicted in connection with murder released early from prison because of new change to law

A pair of Minnesota woman convicted in connection with the murder of a man were released early from prison under a new law approved by lawmakers.

Israel February 8, 2024

Minneapolis City Council overrides Mayor Frey's veto of Israel-Hamas war cease-fire resolution

The Minneapolis City Council has overridden Mayor Jacob Frey's veto of a resolution calling for an end to the Israel-Hamas war and a cease-fire in Gaza.

Minnesota February 8, 2024

Minnesota's historic Lutsen Lodge Resort had unresolved inspection violations prior to fire

Minnesota regulators have reported that Lutsen Lodge, a historic lodge destroyed in a fire, had three unresolved fire code violations from a recent inspection.

Minnesota February 7, 2024

Twin allegedly tried to take blame for sister after fatal Amish buggy crash in Minnesota

Prosecutors have formally charged a woman they say hit an Amish buggy in southeastern Minnesota last fall, killing two children in the process.

Minnesota February 6, 2024

Overnight fire destroys historic Lutsen Lodge Resort in Minnesota for 3rd time in 75 years

The historic lodge at Lutsen Resort in Minnesota is a total loss after an overnight fire destroyed it for the third time in 75 years, resort officials confirmed.

Minnesota February 5, 2024

Minnesota city pushed landlords to evict tenants seeking emergency services for mental illness, DOJ says

In 2016, a Minnesota city enacted an ordinance to combat crime, but a federal investigation has found that it discriminated against those with mental health disabilities.

Media February 2, 2024

Offices of 3 conservative groups torched in suspected arson, spokesmen allege 'domestic terrorism'

An investigation began after the offices of three conservative organizations were burned over the weekend, with leaders suspecting it was a politically-motivated attack.

LIFESTYLE February 1, 2024

Pennsylvania family reunites with lost cat after multi-car crash in Minnesota

A Pennsylvania family said that they have been reunited with their their cat who went missing after a Minnesota car accident. The feline is now safe at home.

Minnesota January 31, 2024

Minnesota Supreme Court reverses conviction in real estate agent's 2019 killing

The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday reversed murder and kidnapping convictions against Elsa Segura, who was charged in connection with the 2019 killing of Monique Baugh.

Minnesota January 31, 2024

Minneapolis man cleared of triple homicide gets 26 years for kidnapping

Antonio Dupree Wright, 42, has been sentenced to 26 years in prison, with credit for over a year served, for kidnapping and injuring a man.

LIFESTYLE January 31, 2024

Minnesota's 'Name a Snowplow' contest winners can't resist nods to Taylor Swift and Dolly Parton

Eight snowplows in Minnesota have been given new names, including some with punny nods to pop culture personalities and stars. "Taylor Drift" received the most votes overall.

Minnesota January 31, 2024

Minnesota man, 21, receives prison sentence after assembling an arsenal to attack police

River William Smith, a 21-year-old from Minnesota, has been sentenced to nearly seven years in federal prison for possessing illegal weapons intended for use against police.

Homicide January 30, 2024

Former ICE detainee dressed as delivery driver kills 3 inside home with kids present: police

A man has been charged with brutally shooting dead three people in a drug-related incident inside a home in Minnesota on Friday, as two children under the age of 5 looked on.

Minnesota January 30, 2024

Woman discovers her name was listed on Minnesota presidential primary ballot, but not by her

Krystal Gabel, who lives in Colorado, recently learned that her name was listed on the Minnesota presidential primary ballot, though she never consented to run.

Minnesota January 30, 2024

Dakota leaders in Minnesota speak out after treasure hunt medallion placed in sacred area

Dakota leaders in Minnesota expressed disappointment after the Pioneer Press Treasure Hunt's medallion was hidden in the Bruce Vento Nature Sanctuary, a sacred site.

Minnesota January 30, 2024

Minnesota trooper accused of fatally shooting motorist to remain free without bail, judge rules

Trooper Ryan Londregan, accused in the shooting death of motorist Ricky Cobb II, will remain free without bail pending trial, a judge ruled on Monday during a hearing.

In Court January 29, 2024

Dying 'Wizard of Oz' ruby slippers thief gets no jail time

Terry Jon Martin, 76, received no jail time at a sentencing hearing on Monday for stealing the ruby red slippers from "The Wizard of Oz."

Joe Biden January 28, 2024

Snopes admits Biden wore construction hard hat backwards in 'fact check' reversal

Snopes reversed a fact check claiming that President Biden had not mistakenly worn a construction hard hat backwards this weekend, despite photo evidence.

Odd News January 26, 2024

Voting now open in annual Minnesota snowplow-naming contest: 'Oh, for Sleet's Sake'

The Minnesota Department of Transportation is once again asking people to vote on names for eight of its snowplows. This is the fourth year they have run the contest.

Minnesota January 26, 2024

Minnesota lawmakers initiate debate on physician-assisted suicide bill

The Minnesota Legislature initiated discussions on physician-assisted suicide, with a House health committee holding a hearing before the formal legislative session.

Democrats January 24, 2024

Biden challenger Dean Phillips nabs nearly 20% in New Hampshire primary

Rep. Dean Phillips of Minnesota managed to meet his stated percentage goal in the New Hampshire primary election while coming in second behind President Biden.

Minnesota January 24, 2024

Minnesota state trooper charged with murder in fatal shooting of motorist during traffic stop

A Minnesota state trooper has been charged with second-degree unintentional murder and and second-degree manslaughter in the shooting death of a motorist during a traffic stop.

Minnesota January 24, 2024

'Real-life nightmare': Minnesota jail faces lawsuit over alleged neglect leading to inmate's death

A lawsuit alleges that Minnesota jail workers ignored the pleas of a 41-year-old man who died of a perforated bowel after days of begging to be taken to a hospital.

Minnesota January 23, 2024

$1B issued to replace bridge connecting Minnesota and Wisconsin

The Department of Transportation has awarded over $1B in federal funding to replace the aging John A. Blatnik Bridge between Duluth, Minnesota, and Superior, Wisconsin.

Energy In America January 22, 2024

Energy developer axing key coal power plants to meet eco goals, jeopardizing power for millions

Minneapolis-based energy developer Xcel Energy is proceeding with plans to shutter all of its remaining coal power plants, including two facilities in Minnesota, sparking criticism.

Homicide January 19, 2024

Mayo Clinic doctor's suspicious purchase strengthens murder case in wife's poisoning, prosecutors say

Prosecutors told a judge on Tuesday that former Mayo Clinic doctor Connor Bowman purchased the drug that medical examiners found in Betty Bowman's bloodstream post-mortem.

Minnesota January 17, 2024

Minnesota man cleared in wife's death sues coroner, other officials after 25 years in prison

Thomas Rhodes, 64, is suing a former Twin Cities-area coroner and several others over his wrongful homicide conviction for his wife's 1996 death on Green Lake.

Minnesota January 17, 2024

Minnesota man accused of fatally impaling acclaimed ballet dancer ruled incompetent for trial

A Minnesota man accused of fatally impaling an acclaimed ballet dancer with a golf club has been deemed mentally incompetent to stand trial for second-degree murder.

Minnesota January 17, 2024

'A trailblazer': Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Margaret Chutich announces retirement

Minnesota Supreme Court Justice Margaret Chutich, the first openly gay justice on the state's highest court, announced her retirement on Tuesday, officials say.

Minnesota January 17, 2024

Minnesota Gov. Walz proposes $982 million infrastructure plan with focus on preservation

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has proposed a $982 million public infrastructure plan for the 2024 legislative session, focusing on preserving existing buildings.