Stories from December 31, 2023

Weekend snow totals; 2024 will start out bright
Most of Minnesota will have quiet weather Sunday afternoon into the start of 2024. We have a recap of weekend snow totals plus a look at the week ahead.
Maine state official who removed Trump from ballot was targeted in swatting call at her home
A fake swatting call was made to the home of Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows. The Maine Department of Public Safety says a man called emergency services Friday night claiming he broke into a house in Manchester, which turned out to be Bellows' home.
Edwards scores 31, Timberwolves hold on to beat the Lakers 108-106
Anthony Edwards scored 31 points, Naz Reid added 21 off the bench and the Minnesota Timberwolves held on to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 108-106 Saturday night on LeBron James’ 39th birthday.
New women's professional hockey league, with hopes of staying power, ready to drop the puck
The dream of having one North American women's hockey league bringing together the world's top players is now reality. The Professional Women's Hockey League will kick off the new year and its inaugural season on Monday, when the yet-to-be named Toronto franchise hosts New York.
Year in pictures: See our top photos from 2023
See some of this year's most remarkable moments through the lenses of our staff and freelance photographers.
The rules of the road are changing, but not fast enough for everyone
An obscure federal manual that guides road signs and design is getting a rare update. The Biden administration says the changes will protect cyclists and pedestrians, but safety advocates wanted more.
Some snow reports; advisory continues in SE Minnesota
The cleanup from the snow and freezing drizzle of Saturday night will continue this morning. We have some snow totals and a look at our forecast.
The singer and actor's lawsuit against Nigel Lythgoe is the latest in a string of high-profile cases filed right before portions of California's Sexual Abuse and Cover Up Accountability Act expire.
Snow/wintry mix Sat. night; bright outlook for New Year's Day
Snow and areas of freezing drizzle are expected Saturday evening, then mainly snow later Saturday night. We have an update on snow amounts plus a look ahead to New Year’s Day.