July 16 Dem state senator caught on bodycam admits 'I'm not good at this' during alleged home break-in Bodycam footage shown in court captures Minnesota senator Nicole Mitchell telling officers she entered her stepmother's home to collect sentimental items from her deceased father.
July 16 Minnesota Senator Tina Smith hospitalized after not feeling well at Capitol Senator Tina Smith of Minnesota was admitted to the hospital on Wednesday afternoon after feeling unwell while working at the Capitol.
July 15 Federal grand jury indicts suspect accused of targeting Minnesota lawmakers in deadly shooting spree Vance Boelter faces federal charges for allegedly murdering former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman and her husband, with prosecutors calling the attacks 'targeted political assassinations.'
July 14 Accused killer of Minnesota lawmakers teases 'important details' in letter during jailhouse interview Suspect Vance Boelter claims his alleged killing of Minnesota politician was not related to President Donald Trump or pro-life views, referencing an unreleased letter.
July 12 Minnesota transgender softball pitcher left out of All-State selections A transgender Minnesota softball pitcher was omitted from all-state honors amid a Title IX investigation and a lawsuit challenging the state's transgender athlete policies.
July 11 DOJ investigating Minnesota hiring practices in latest clash with Walz Minnesota faces federal investigation over hiring policy, marking another clash between the Trump administration and Gov. Tim Walz following 2024 election.
July 10 Tim Walz blasted for costing Minnesota taxpayers $430K in legal prep ahead of Hill hearing Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz faces criticism from GOP lawmakers in his state after spending $430,000 in taxpayer money to prepare for a House hearing on his state's "sanctuary city" policies.
July 9 Massive haul of methamphetamine seized in one of Minnesota's 'largest meth busts' ever Minnesota police seized nearly 900 pounds of meth in what authorities are calling one of the largest meth busts in state history, arresting two men possibly linked to a Mexican drug organization.
July 5 Amateur baseball player makes ingenious play to avoid potential double play Duluth Huskies third baseman Ethan Surowiec flashed his baseball IQ during the team's win over the La Crosse Loggers on Tuesday with a heads-up baserunning play.
July 3 Accused Minnesota lawmaker slayer asks for special accommodations during court appearance Vance Boelter, accused of shooting Minnesota lawmakers while impersonating police, appeared in court requesting special jail accommodations after waiving preliminary hearings.