Judge recommends against key permit for NewRange copper mine, formerly known as PolyMet A state administrative law judge says the mine’s planned method of storing reactive mine waste is not “practical and workable.” It’s another blow to the $1 billion precious metals mining project proposed for northeastern Minnesota.
Man serving life for 2004 murder makes his case for innocenceA man serving life in prison for a 2004 murder got the rare chance on Tuesday to argue in court for his exoneration. Attorneys from the Great North Innocence Project are asking a judge to overturn the conviction of Marvin Haynes in the shooting death of Harry “Randy” Sherer.
North Star motto inspired Luverne designer’s Minnesota flag entry that is now among 6 finalistsAndrew Prekker says he tailored his design after joining the Facebook group Minnesotans for a Better Flag. Now his is one of six finalists.
Mayo Clinic unveils plans for a new $5 billion campus in downtown RochesterThe plan will center on new “health neighborhoods” where practitioners and services come to the patients. Mayo officials say the new model will streamline care for patients and staff.
Play11min 08secMinneapolis will distribute $8 million to help residents with ash tree removal. But there’s no relief for homeowners who’ve already had trees condemnedAsh tree removals are an expensive burden caused by an invasive beetle. A new grant will help Minneapolis homeowners cover the costs, but many feel more must be done for people currently paying off removals.
Small plane lands on Twin Cities highway, collides with vehicleMinnesota Department of Transportation traffic cams showed the single-engine Piper PA-28 intact and resting upright against a vehicle in the southbound lanes of Bottineau Boulevard, just north of Interstate 94 in Brooklyn Park around 11 a.m. Tuesday.
Play4min 05secTwo Edina High students say district punished them for pro-Palestinian chantThe students filed a federal complaint alleging discrimination after the school district suspended them for using a pro-Palestinian chant during a recent school protest. The district says free speech rights aren’t unfettered on school property.
Five months after sudden closure, all residents of Red Pine Estates secure housingThe residents of the subsidized income housing apartment complex located within the city were given six days to evacuate their unsafe homes over the Fourth of July holiday.
Where the Republican presidential candidates stand on Israel, Ukraine and ChinaForeign policy doesn't always make headlines in presidential campaigns, but with the U.S. involved in two foreign wars — and facing a rising adversary in China, voters are paying more attention.
With new coach, Wild beat Blues 3-1 to end seven-game slideJoel Eriksson Ek and Frederick Gaudreau scored in the first period and the Minnesota Wild ended a seven-game slide by beating St. Louis 3-1 Tuesday.
A judge awards Aretha Franklin's properties to her sons, citing a handwritten will The decision Monday came four months after a Detroit-area jury said the document was a valid will under Michigan law, despite scribbles and many hard-to-read passages.
Timberwolves top Thunder 106-103 despite Edwards injuryRudy Gobert had 17 points, 16 rebounds and four blocks, and the Minnesota Timberwolves withstood an injury to Anthony Edwards to beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 106-103 in the NBA In-Season Tournament.
Play6min 29secHow can we break the cycle of childhood trauma? Help a baby's parentsHealthySteps is an intervention where new parents get practical help with their lives, allowing them to create stable, nurturing bonds with their babies. It all starts at the baby's checkups.
U.S. military Osprey aircraft crashes off coast of southwestern JapanJapanese public broadcaster NHK reported that rescuers found three people near the crash site, but their condition is unknown.
U.S. life expectancy starts to recover after sharp pandemic declineA CDC analysis of 2022 data finds that U.S. life expectancy is improving after being knocked backwards during the COVID emergency. But it's still lower than it was pre-pandemic.
Sports Illustrated is the latest media company damaged by an AI experiment gone wrongSports Illustrated is the latest media company to see its reputation damaged by being less than forthcoming — if not outright dishonest — about who or what is writing its stories at the dawn of the artificial intelligence age.
Rosalynn Carter honored by family, friends and presidents, including husband JimmyA gathering of first ladies and presidents joined other political figures in a tribute service. But a parade of speakers said her global stature wasn't what defined her.
Owners of store in George Floyd Square sue Minneapolis over lost businessThe owners of Cup Foods, now known as Unity Foods, argue that customers were deterred after city officials’ decided to install temporary concrete barriers near the site from June 2020 until the following year.
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson will return after 7-game absence for hamstring injuryMinnesota Vikings All-Pro wide receiver Justin Jefferson is ready to return after missing two months with a hamstring injury.
A 'new day' for Wild as team introduces new coach John HynesThe Minnesota Wild began a new era Tuesday, as John Hynes took over as the seventh coach in franchise history.
