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The vote clears the path for Twin Metals to reapply to open an underground copper mine near Ely, just outside the wilderness area. Conservation groups argue mining in the region poses an unacceptable pollution threat.
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Hennepin County authorities on Thursday charged an Immigration and Customs Enforcement agent with felony assault in connection with a Feb. 5 road rage incident along Highway 62.
Minnesota lost about 6,100 jobs over the month — double the rate of decline seen nationally. State officials say federal immigration enforcement actions likely played a significant role.
City leaders announced plans Thursday for a block party and Prince sing-along on June 6.
Officials in Owatonna say their city desperately needs new fire and police stations. But some residents question the need and the cost. Nearly 2,500 of them signed a petition to force the city to put $65 million bonding question to fund the facilities on the ballot.
Thursday is our statewide tornado drill day as part of Minnesota Severe Weather Awareness Week. The drill is designed to help schools, businesses and families practice what to do in the event of a tornado warning and to ensure everyone knows where to go for shelter.
The Minneapolis City Council and Mayor Jacob Frey are in a disagreement over whether to reappoint current commissioner Todd Barnette to another term. The city attorney says they could be at a standstill, without votes to either overturn a mayoral veto or confirm Barnette’s appointment.
The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday overturned a murder conviction after finding that a search for phone location data was too broad. But the justices did not ban “geofence” warrants outright.
The Minnesota Lynx chose Miles second overall in Monday’s WNBA draft. As she begins her rookie season, she looks forward to supporting a team with a legacy she’s honored to be a part of.
Art Hounds recommend Ehkhudah Zar’s play “Muyehpen,” “Chromesthesia: The Sound of Color” and Zorongo Flamenco Dance Theatre’s show “Amanecer.”
A proposal to set in motion impeachment proceedings against Gov. Tim Walz and Attorney General Keith Ellison was defeated in a Minnesota House committee.
Anthony Edwards has led the Minnesota Timberwolves back to the NBA playoffs for the fifth time in his six seasons. The Timberwolves must show some serious reinvigoration from a so-so performance over the last three months if they're going to match or better trips to each of the last two Western Conference finals.
Six of the eight first-round series in the NHL's Stanley Cup Playoffs are set. In the Western Conference, Dallas vs. Minnesota and Vegas against Utah are locked in. The final two West series will be settled Thursday night.
