A serious crash in a construction zone closed westbound Interstate 94 on Friday morning between Albertville and Monticello.

Minnesota is emerging as a leader in the research and manufacturing of biochar, a substance that can combat climate change by locking away carbon for centuries. It can also provide other environmental benefits such as filtering water and improving soil.

Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District is one of the most closely watched races in the nation. Coming up Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst moderates a debate between Democratic Rep. Angie Craig and Republican candidate Joe Teirab.

Napheesa Collier, known affectionately as Phee, won the WNBA Defensive Player of the Year this season, was second in MVP voting and was lights-out in the first round of the playoffs against Phoenix.

Trading Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks was the latest bold move by president of basketball operations Tim Connelly, a decision to deal a prolific player that could backfire if his production isn't backfilled.

The Minnesota Vikings receiver is embracing the international spotlight and becoming a global star at the right time as the NFL adds more games in foreign cities.