Blizzard knocks out power to tens of thousands across MinnesotaAn April Fools’ Day blizzard knocked out power to tens of thousands of homes and businesses across central and southern Minnesota early Saturday, and made for treacherous travel conditions across the region.
Play4min 21secJury finds ex-GOP operative Lazzaro guilty in federal sex trafficking caseThe one-time Minnesota Republican political operative and top donor faced federal charges of giving five girls, who were 15 and 16, cash and gifts in exchange for sex. Following the verdict the prosecutor described him as “Minnesota’s Jeffrey Epstein.”
Play4min 19secA safe space for ‘sad girl’ music fans: Inside Electric Fetus’ boygenius listening partyFans gathered at Electric Fetus Tuesday to soak in the first listen of boygenius’ highly anticipated album — “the record.” While the pandemic made in-person music gatherings nearly impossible, listening sessions are having a resurgence three years later.
'Like a deep breath': Transgender Day of Visibility rally celebrates, supports trans youth For one mother, the rally presented a chance to show her trans daughter that people are fighting for her.
Lakers overtake Timberwolves in standings with 123-111 winThe Lakers are in seventh place at 39-38. The Timberwolves are in ninth at 39-39.
Play4min 44secMinneapolis, state agree on police operations overhaul, 3 years after Floyd's murderChanges include limits on the use of Tasers and other nonlethal weapons, restrictions on when officers can conduct traffic stops and examining use of force. The state launched its probe following the May 2020 murder of George Floyd by a Minneapolis officer.
6 things to know in the Twin Cities art world this weekThe American Swedish Institute has named a new CEO; New Arab American Theater Works is hosting a showcase April 1 and 2; and more.
Federal judge: 18-20 year-olds can get Minnesota gun permitsA judge has sided with gun owners in a case that challenged age limits around Minnesota permits to carry guns. An appeal is possible.
Play4min 09secCleanup continues at scene of train derailment in RaymondCleanup will continue Friday at the scene of Thursday’s train derailment and fire in the western Minnesota community of Raymond. Crews have started moving some of the 22 derailed cars to better access the handful still burning.
Multiple tornadoes sweep across the South and the Midwest, killing at least 11 peopleThe powerful storm system spread destruction in Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Alabama and Mississippi. In Illinois, one person died and 28 were hurt after a theater roof caved in during a concert.
Play2min 33secStudents, alumni celebrate UMD Women's Hoops title game appearanceStudents and alumni are traveling to Dallas this weekend for the University of Minnesota Duluth women's basketball team’s first-ever appearance in the NCAA Division II National championship.
New research suggests Minnesota's COVID outcomes may not have been as good as they seemedWhile the state had the sixth lowest unadjusted COVID-19 death rate, once that rate is adjusted for age and the presence of key comorbidities, Minnesota’s death rate shifts to exactly the middle of the pack.
Where to celebrate Easter weekend in MinnesotaWhether you are religious or not, Easter can be a holiday that brings families and friends together. Here’s a round up of egg hunts and events for Easter weekend.
Biden's Minnesota visit Monday will be at Fridley factoryPresident Joe Biden will visit Cummins Power Generation Facility in Fridley, Minn. on Monday as part of his Administration’s “Investing in America” tour.
Gophers gear up for Frozen 4, with title drought at 20 yearsOne of the most driven and talented teams to take the ice for Minnesota in decades is seeking to bring a national championship back to the program for the first time in 20 years.
Play3min 57secGoogle's 'Ghost Workers' are demanding to be seen by the tech giant Google has a massive workforce of subcontractors to help maintain its search engine and now they're asking for more labor rights.
Trump uses indictment to unify GOP, even as his vulnerabilities are glaringAfter the indictment news broke, the Trump GOP machine rolled out a political playbook meant to insulate him with his base. It may work, but his brand is toxic with much of the rest of Americans.
After 50 years, a Florida aquarium plans to return Lolita the orca to her home watersThe 57-year-old orca was captured over 50 years ago at the age of 4 from the Pacific coast near Seattle. She retired last spring from performing in exhibition shows.
What to know about what spilled, burned in the Raymond train derailmentThe train cars that ran off the tracks contained ethanol and corn syrup. What dangers do they pose?
Play4min 48secEvacuation ends after train cars derail, catch fire in western MinnesotaCars carrying ethanol and corn syrup left the tracks early Thursday, leading officials to evacuate the small town of Raymond, about 90 miles west of the Twin Cities. People were being allowed to return home as of noon. No injuries were reported.
