Play2min 42secNorthern lights forecast: Intense auroras possible in Minnesota Friday night, Saturday morningA Kp index of 8.33 is forecast for Friday night. That’s a measurement used to predict solar weather activity; it ranges from 0 to 9, with higher numbers indicating a better chance for auroras.
Legal Marijuana Now Party demoted from major party status in Minnesota Supreme Court decisionThe Minnesota Supreme Court on Friday ruled that the Legal Marijuana Now Party failed to meet state requirements for major political parties and directed the secretary of state to take actions to demote it.
Play4min 16secMinnesota readies for its flag switchover as old banner comes down, new one goes upOn Statehood Day, the new state flag and emblem will become official. It’s a change that is overdue for some and problematic to others.
BCA identifies woman who died, St. Paul police officers involved in fatal shootingAuthorities on Friday identified the woman who was fatally shot by St. Paul police earlier in the week and released the names of the three officers involved.
Minneapolis approves plan to redevelop area where Kmart store blocked Nicollet Ave. for decadesThe 10-acre project area will become the site of mixed use buildings, a park and new bike and pedestrian infrastructure.
Play3min 56secComing in hot: Nostalgia and anticipation build ahead of Timberwolves semi-final gameThe Minnesota Timberwolves don’t just have home-court advantage at this Friday’s semifinal game: The team is coming in hot with a 2-0 lead against defending NBA champions the Denver Nuggets. Minnesota fans want to be part of the action, but soaring ticket prices mean many will be watching from outside Target Center.
Students address University of Minnesota Board of RegentsSpeakers included members of the UMN Divest Coalition, which has been pushing for the university to cut ties with companies linked to the Israeli military. Also addressing regents were Jewish students who have raised concerns about antisemitism on campus
Amid playoff wins, these 2 men are tattooing ‘Naz Reid’ on dozens of Timberwolves fansAt a tattoo studio in Roseville, JC Stroebel and Jesse George are spending the next several days with dozens of tattoo appointments all for the same piece of art — Naz Reid’s name.
Play28min 55secBolder and still more bold: Behind the scenes of the Guthrie’s ambitious Shakespeare marathonThree of William Shakespeare’s plays opened in a marathon day of shows at the Guthrie theater. This is how they were made.
Play4min 39secWhat to know about Saturday’s fishing opener in MinnesotaAbout half a million anglers are expected to cast their first fishing lines of the season during Saturday’s Minnesota fishing opener. Gov. Tim Walz and Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan are going to try their luck at Lake Pepin in southeast Minnesota.
Celebrate mom with free fishing, a stinky flower, Prince, local art and more this weekendIn need of last-minute Mother’s Day plans? From the weird to the wonderful, we’ve curated a few ideas — some of them free.
Play3min 32secAudio postcard: Orchid season in the woods Rainfall and sunshine have been creating a perfect mix for wildflowers across the state to crop up. Wildflower Chasers Kelly Povo and Phyllis Root set out to find their first wildflowers of the season. They start in southeast Minnesota and send us this audio postcard.
Cheering on the Timberwolves versus the Nuggets on Friday? Here’s what to knowConference semifinals. Game 3. Minnesota is in the lead. All eyes are on the team this Friday at 8:30 p.m.
Play3min 53secBiden’s new asylum rule would have ‘minimal’ impact on unauthorized border crossingsThe new rule allows immigration oficials to speed up the asylum-petitioning process by assessing the person’s criminal background within days, instead of months or even years.
Steve Bannon loses his appeal of his contempt of Congress convictionA three-judge panel upheld the former Trump adviser's conviction for criminal contempt of Congress. The case is related to Bannon's refusal to cooperate with a House panel probe of the Jan. 6 riot.
A huge solar storm is hurtling toward the Earth. Scientists say you should look upAn aurora could be visible as far south as Northern California. Experts say the storm could disrupt some communications and navigation systems like GPS.
New Minnesota music round-up: Twankling, punky Americana from Phantom FieldsNew Minnesota music roundup is a bimonthly collection of new releases by Minnesota musicians or musicians with strong Minnesota connections. We focus on music that might otherwise fly beneath the radar, including — but not limited to — folk, blues, country, experimental and jazz.
Target to reduce number of stores carrying Pride-themed merchandise after last year’s backlashTarget, which operates roughly 2,000 stores, said decisions about where to stock Pride-themed products, including adult apparel, home goods, foods and beverages would be based on “guest insights and consumer research.”
Rideshare drivers find themselves at similar crossroads 1 year after Walz vetoRideshare drivers have been pushing for urgent action on driver pay and job security protections for the last year and a half. Lawmakers and the governor are facing pressure to strike a statewide deal or risk losing Uber and Lyft service starting in July.
Twins ambush Mariners with a 5-run 1st inning and cruise to an 11-1 winThe Twins got the bounces, like when Miranda checked his swing in the first inning and accidentally hit a slow-bouncing single up the third base line. But there were plenty of hard-hit balls, like the 104 mph drive Jeffers sent into the flower boxes above the wall in left-center field.