Minnesota

Minnesota August 8, 2023

St. Paul man receives 37-year sentence for involvement in deadly bar shooting

Terry Lorenzo Brown Jr., was found guilty in June and sentenced to 37 years in prison for his involvement in a deadly bar shooting that killed one and injured 14 others.

Minnesota August 8, 2023

Minnesota teenager facing manslaughter charge for shooting 12-year-old to be released from custody

A 14-year-old St. Paul, Minnesota boy, who was arrested on a manslaughter charge for the fatal shooting of a 12-year-old, is expected to be released because of lack of evidence.

Minnesota August 8, 2023

Nonprofits are far more reluctant to lobby compared to decades ago, according to recent survey

According to a recent survey conducted for Independent Sector, nonprofits are much more reluctant to lobby compared to two decades ago.

Michigan August 7, 2023

Democrats see Michigan, Minnesota as roadmaps for what they can achieve with majority power

Many Democrats across the United States are looking at Michigan and Minnesota as an example of what liberals can achieve with majority power.

Minnesota August 7, 2023

Minnesota police arrest 14-year-old in fatal shooting of 12-year-old

A 14-year-old from Minnesota is being held on manslaughter charges after fatally shooting a 12-year-old at a sleepover. The kids were playing with the gun when it went off.

Minnesota August 4, 2023

Minnesota video shows traffic barrel striking construction worker as motorist plows through closed lane

Traffic cameras captured a motorist hitting several construction barrels on a Minnesota highway, injuring a construction worker in the process

Minnesota August 4, 2023

Montana fiancé shoots, kills large black bear found in couple's living room '5 feet away'

After a Montana fiancé found a large black bear in his living room, he shot and killed the beast who had entered the couple's rural home through a screen window.

VIDEO August 4, 2023

Minnesota construction worker struck by orange traffic barrel sent flying by passing motorist

The worker was setting up barrels to close a lane on Highway 36 in Oakdale, Minnesota when a reckless driver plowed into the barrels, sending one of them into the worker.

North Dakota August 3, 2023

North Dakota lawmakers scramble to mirror Minnesota tuition program in bid to retain student population

North Dakota lawmakers have begun brainstorming potential initiatives to respond to neighboring Minnesota's income-based free tuition program.

Media August 3, 2023

Minnesota unveils new program to provide 'reparations' to communities over-policed for marijuana offenses

Minnesota unveiled a new initiative that state lawmakers described as reparations for communities affected by the over-policing of marijuana possession.

Airports August 3, 2023

Manhunt underway at Savannah-Hilton Head Airport for escaped Georgia inmate who slipped away from police

Georgia police confirmed that Joseph Baynes escaped Minnesota police custody at the Savannah-Hilton Head International Airport on Thursday afternoon.

Minnesota August 3, 2023

Relatives of Black man who was killed during traffic stop ask Minnesota governor to fire 3 troopers

The relatives of Ricky Cobb II, a Black man who was killed during a traffic stop, are demanding that the three officers involved in the shooting be fired.

Minnesota August 3, 2023

MN Supreme Court rules officials improperly granted permits to copper-nickel mine, concealed EPA concerns

The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency improperly granted permits to a copper-nickel mine, according to a ruling by the Minnesota Supreme Court.

OPINION August 3, 2023

What if the George Floyd narrative is false?

The death of George Floyd here in Minnesota sparked a burst of lawlessness not just in Minneapolis but across the country.

Democrats August 2, 2023

Ilhan Omar joins band Marijuana Deathsquads on stage to celebrate Minnesota legalizing cannabis

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., appeared onstage with the musical group Marijuana Deathsquads on Tuesday night for an event celebrating Minnesota legalizing recreational cannabis use.

Minnesota August 2, 2023

Minnesota police fatally shoot man being detained for allegedly violating a restraining order

Police officers in Minnesota fatally shot a man whom they were trying to detain for allegedly violating a restraining order. The troopers involved have been placed on administrative leave.

Minnesota August 1, 2023

Recreational pot now legal in Minnesota, but retail kinks still being ironed out

Minnesota's legalization of recreational marijuana took effect on Tuesday, though certain regulatory aspects of retail sale still remain ambiguous.

Minnesota July 31, 2023

Minneapolis interstate reopens after 7-hour closure amid probe into Minnesota trooper's 'use of force'

A major interstate in Minneapolis has reopened following a nearly seven-hour closure due to an investigation into the "use of force" by a Minnesota State Patrol trooper.

Minnesota July 31, 2023

Minnesota's first recreational pot dispensaries expected to be opened by 2 tribal nations

Minnesota's first recreational pot dispensaries are expected to be opened by two tribal nations in the state. Gov. Tim Walz signed a massive marijuana legalization bill in May.

Minnesota July 28, 2023

Canadian pipeline project causes fourth Minnesota aquifer breach

Minnesota has reported an aquifer breach in Aitkin County, the fourth of its kind stemming from Enbridge Energy's construction of an oil pipeline replacement.

Minnesota July 28, 2023

Minnesota, South Dakota companies scrap major healthcare merger

A proposed merger between Minnesota-based Fairview Health Services and South Dakota-based Sanford Health has been abandoned, the companies announced Thursday.

Minnesota July 28, 2023

Marijuana will officially be legal in Minnesota starting Aug. 1: Here's what you need to know

Marijuana will officially be legal in Minnesota starting on the first day of August. Residents will be able to possess and grow the substance for recreational purposes.

Minnesota July 28, 2023

Minnesota highway buckles amid US heat wave

Pavement buckled on a Minnesota highway as temperatures soared this week. The Minnesota Department of Transportation warned drivers about potential dangers.

Minnesota Golden Gophers July 27, 2023

Minnesota head football coach P.J. Fleck defends program, calls mistreatment claims 'baseless'

Minnesota Golden Gophers head football coach P.J. Fleck denied allegations from former players in a recent report who used the term "cult" to describe his program.

US July 25, 2023

Minnesota small businesses bracing for cost of billion-dollar paid leave law: 'It's just crazy'

Small business owners in Minnesota are worried they might have to close their doors over cost concerns once a new billion-dollar paid leave takes effect in 2026.

Minnesota July 25, 2023

Minnesota deputy escapes with 'minor injuries' after vehicle crash leaves police vehicle in flames: video

A video captured a fire engulfing a Crow Wing County Sheriff’s Office police vehicle in Minnesota following a highway crash.

CRIME July 24, 2023

Home-invasion murder suspect's blood on doorknob led to arrest 4 decades later: police

A Minneapolis man is charged with murder and burglary after he allegedly broke into an apartment building in 1984 and attacked two victims with a knife, killing one.

Minnesota July 24, 2023

Minneapolis backs away from enforcing laws that criminalize buying, using psychedelic plants

Mayor Jacob Frey announced on July 21, 2023, that the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, is backing away from enforcing laws that criminalize the use of psychedelic mushrooms.

Minnesota July 24, 2023

Minnesota cities consider ban on smoking marijuana on sidewalks, in parks as drug nears legalization

Cities across Minnesota are considering whether to restrict marijuana use in public places as they prepare for recreational marijuana to become legal in the state.

Minnesota Vikings July 21, 2023

Vikings first-round pick Jordan Addison 'truly sorry' for driving incident; he allegedly hit 140 mph

Minnesota Vikings first-round draft pick Jordan Addison apologized for his actions Thursday after he was cited by police for driving 140 mph.

Minnesota July 21, 2023

Low levels of radioactive material found near Mississippi River from Minnesota nuclear power plant leak

An energy company in Minnesota revealed Thursday that groundwater with low levels of radioactive material might have reached the edge of the Mississippi River.