Minnesota

WNBA June 28, 2023

Lynx defeat Storm behind Napheesa Collier's career-high 33 points

The Minnesota Lynx beat the Seattle Storm 104-93 on Tuesday night to improve to 5-9 on the year behind Napheesa Collier's career-high 33 points.

Minnesota June 28, 2023

Minnesota crop-dusting airplane pilot dies after crashing into field

A crop-dusting airplane crashed in a field near Crookston, Minnesota, on June 27, 2023. The pilot was found dead inside the plane by emergency crews.

Minnesota June 23, 2023

Las Vegas man gets nearly 30 years for role in St. Paul bar shooting

Devondre Phillips, 31, of Las Vegas, has been sentenced to nearly 29 years in prison for his role in a St. Paul bar shooting that left a woman dead and over a dozen others injured.

Minnesota June 21, 2023

Fatal plane crash claims lives of pilot and passenger in Duluth

A small plane crashed shortly after taking off from the Duluth International Airport on Wednesday morning, resulting in the deaths of the pilot and a passenger.

Business June 21, 2023

Minneapolis gay bar dumps Anheuser-Busch, blasting the company over integrity amid Dylan Mulvaney debacle

A Minneapolis gay bar said it will no longer serve Anheuser-Busch beverages, according to a local report

Minneapolis-St. Paul June 19, 2023

Expelled Minnesota Democrat’s son suspect in hit-and-run crash that killed 5 Muslim women

The son of a former Minnesota state lawmaker and Black Lives Matter activist is the reported suspect in a deadly hit-and-run accident that killed five women last week.

Media June 19, 2023

Minnesota reporter shreds local ABC station for unsafe working conditions during George Floyd riots

A former reporter for an ABC affiliate blasted her previous employer in a recently released book, suggesting it did not live up to its image as a progressive newsroom.

Justice Department June 16, 2023

DOJ accuses Minneapolis Police Department, city of using excessive force, racial discrimination

The DOJ investigation into the Minneapolis police after the death of George Floyd has uncovered evidence of racial discrimination, AG Merrick Garland said.

EDUCATION June 16, 2023

Democrat-run Minnesota quietly agrees to stop enforcing 'anti-religious' law in win for Christian schools

Minnesota's Department of Education agreed to an injunction after Christian parents and schools sued, which the Becket Fund says could be a step toward striking down an "anti-religious law"

Minnesota June 15, 2023

Lindsay Whalen departs administrative role at Minnesota following termination as basketball coach

Following her termination as the women's basketball coach, Lindsay Whalen has chosen not to continue in an administrative role at the University of Minnesota.

Minnesota June 15, 2023

Minnesota skyline clouded with smoke from Canadian wildfires; St. Paul now has worst air quality in US

After blanketing the northeastern US last week, smoke from the Canadian wildfires has drifted into Minnesota. St. Paul currently has the worst air quality in the country.

Minnesota June 14, 2023

Second man convicted in Minnesota bar shootout that left 1 dead, over a dozen wounded

Terry Brown has been convicted of second-degree murder and five other charges for his role in a 2021 St. Paul bar shootout that left a woman dead and numerous others injured.

Minnesota June 13, 2023

Madeline Kingsbury's parents fear daughter's suspected killer 'would flee' with kids if released

Madeline Kingsbury's parents want the court to ban their daughter's ex-boyfriend from having contact with their grandchildren after he was charged with her murder.

Minnesota June 10, 2023

Madeline Kingsbury's ex said she would end up like Gabby Petito if she didn't listen: court docs

Adam Fravel, who was charged with his ex-girlfriend Madeline Kingsbury's murder, said she'd end up like Gabby Petito if she didn't listen, court documents say

Minnesota June 9, 2023

Pigs run loose on St. Paul-area highway after semitrailer crash

Authorities corralled 50 hogs that escaped an overturned semitrailer truck on Interstate 694 in Ramsey County, Minnesota, during Friday's morning rush hour.

Homicide June 8, 2023

Madeline Kingsbury: Ex in custody after missing woman's 'covered and concealed' remains ID'd

Madeline Kingsbury's ex Adam Fravel, the 29-year-old father of her children, was arrested and accused of killing the 26-year-old Minnesota mom.

Minnesota June 8, 2023

Prosecutors urge Minnesota Supreme Court to reject Derek Chauvin's request to reconsider his conviction

Former Minnesota Police Officer Derek Chauvin requested that the state's Supreme Court reconsider his homicide conviction. Prosecutors are urging the state to reject the request.

CRIME June 8, 2023

Minnesota mom Madeline Kingsbury’s family says ‘right person in custody’ after ex arrested

Madeline's Kinsbury's relatives said they believe the "right person is in custody" after the arrest of the missing mother's ex-partner and father of her children.

US June 4, 2023

Transgender inmate to be transferred to women's facility, get surgery after lawsuit

Minnesota transgender inmate Christina Lusk is slated to receive nearly $500,000 and be moved to a women's correctional facility as part of a settlement announced last week.

OPINION June 2, 2023

Often divided Supreme Court shows unity in protecting this fundamental right

Even with a Supreme Court sharply divided over questions of race, religion and government power, the justices came together to re-affirm the most basic of constitutional freedoms.

Minnesota June 1, 2023

Minnesota Gov. Walz signs $2.6B infrastructure bill into law

Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz on Thursday signed into law a $2.6 billion bipartisan infrastructure package, showcasing investments in public transit, water treatment and parks.

Minnesota June 1, 2023

Minnesota law letting ex-felons vote takes effect

Democratic Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon on Thursday registered newly-eligible ex-felons to vote after a law re-enfranchising them took effect.

Minnesota June 1, 2023

Minnesota to revamp copper-nickel mining rules over light, noise pollution concerns

Minnesota regulators have concluded that existing mining regulations are insufficient in mitigating light and noise pollution from a proposed project in the state's northeast.

Crime June 1, 2023

Man charged with attacking Rep. Angie Craig in DC apartment building pleads guilty

A man accused of assaulting Democratic U.S Rep. Angie Craig in a Washington D.C. apartment building has pleaded guilty.

Minnesota June 1, 2023

Crews still cleaning up following 2 train derailments in Minnesota, North Dakota

Two trains derailed in Minnesota and North Dakota earlier in the week, and crews are still working to clean up the damages. No toxic chemicals spilled in the crash.

US June 1, 2023

Blue state ban forbidding religious colleges from dual-credit program violates Constitution: lawsuit

Christian parents are suing the state of Minnesota over an amendment to a state dual-enrollment program that shuts out religious universities from eligibility.

US June 1, 2023

Minnesota Gov Walz says train containing hazardous materials derailed near Lancaster

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said late Wednesday evening that a train derailed near Lancaster. Some of the freight cars were reportedly carrying hazardous materials.

Minnesota May 31, 2023

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signs bill legalizing recreational marijuana for people over 21 starting in August

The governor of Minnesota has signed a bill legalizing recreational marijuana for people who are 21 and older. The substance will become legal in August.

Minnesota May 30, 2023

Minnesota Gov Walz expected to sign bill legalizing recreational marijuana

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is expected to sign legislation on Tuesday legalizing recreational marijuana, making the state the 23rd to do so.

Media May 30, 2023

Pro-gender transition book ‘Call me Max’ available to kindergarten students in Minnesota: Report

A children's book about gender transition and confusion is available to kindergarten students in a Minnesota school district, according to 13 WHAM ABC.

Minnesota May 26, 2023

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz vetoes bill mandating higher pay, job security for Uber/Lyft drivers

A bill that would mandate higher pay and job security for Lyft and Uber drivers in Minnesota was vetoed by Gov. Tim Walz. Walz claimed the legislation wasn't ready to become law.