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Stories from April 29, 2026

Thank you, Minnesota

Thank you, Minnesota

I’m retiring on Thursday. I feel so fortunate to have enjoyed the past 40 years talking about weather every workday of my career.
by Paul Huttner

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Citizens' group files lawsuit to block Google's proposed Hermantown data center

Citizens' group files lawsuit to block Google's proposed Hermantown data center

Stop the Hermantown Data Center has sued the city of Hermantown to try to block a massive data center proposed by Google. The group alleges the city improperly changed zoning rules and violated state open meeting laws.
by Dan Kraker

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Minnesota looks to add more fraud investigators

More Medicaid fraud investigators remain in the mix for the state Attorney General's office. And the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating after gunfire left one person dead and a police officer injured early this morning in Richfield.
by Emily Reese

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In the courts and the Capitol, Minnesota leaders take aim at fossil fuel companies

In the courts and the Capitol, Minnesota leaders take aim at fossil fuel companies

Two scholars explain steps to hold big companies accountable for their role in contributing to climate change. One route has been through the courts. Another has been through legislation that would make fossil fuel companies pay for their emissions.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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Frost open PWHL playoffs seeking to three-peat, with semifinals featuring familiar mix of contenders

Frost open PWHL playoffs seeking to three-peat, with semifinals featuring familiar mix of contenders

The Minnesota Frost are seeking to three-peat and open against two-time regular-season defending champion Montreal. The Boston Fleet return following a one-year absence, and face the Ottawa Charge in a matchup of the PWHL’s two other teams to reach the Walter Cup Final before losing to Minnesota.
by The Associated Press

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Morning Announcements for April 29

Morning Announcements for April 29

These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, April 29. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Julio Rodriguez has 3 doubles, Josh Naylor homers as Mariners beat Twins 7-1

Julio Rodriguez has 3 doubles, Josh Naylor homers as Mariners beat Twins 7-1

Julio Rodriguez hit three doubles, scored twice and drove in two runs, and Josh Naylor had a homer and four RBIs as the Seattle Mariners beat the Minnesota Twins 7-1. Four Seattle relievers combined to retire the last 12 Twins hitters. Eduard Bazardo pitched a scoreless sixth inning.
by The Associated Press

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Annunciation Catholic school's long road to healing

Annunciation Catholic school's long road to healing

The shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School was over in minutes, but the healing continues. MPR News host Angela Davis talks about how the Annunciation community is finding a way forward and how some parents are working to prevent future tragedies.
by Angela Davis and Maja Beckstrom

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Widespread racial and ethnic disparities persist, according to new health inequities analysis

Gov. Tim Walz delivered his final State of the State speech Tuesday. The two-term Democrat had plenty of support from members of his party as he listed off the changes his administration has ushered through, but Republicans see his legacy, and the work of his administration, differently. Meanwhile, a new health inequities analysis released Wednesday shows widespread racial and ethnic disparities persist in Minnesota.
by Phineas Pope

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Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015

Wild going home against Stars with chance to advance in NHL playoffs for 1st time since 2015

The Minnesota Wild are going home with a chance to advance in the NHL playoffs for the first time since 2015. The Wild have a 3-2 series lead going into Game 6 on Thursday night against the Dallas Stars. The Wild won 4-2 in Dallas on Tuesday night.
by The Associated Press

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Cool temperatures continue through Friday

Cool temperatures continue through Friday

The cooler-than-normal temperatures continue through the end of the week. An upper-level disturbance will touch off a few showers Wednesday.
by Sven Sundgaard

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In farewell State of the State, Gov. Tim Walz seeks action after Minnesota’s trying year

In farewell State of the State, Gov. Tim Walz seeks action after Minnesota’s trying year

Gov. Tim Walz acknowledged his complicated record as he urged lawmakers to put an exclamation mark on their session. The divide in reaction in the room for his annual speech demonstrates the difficulty he faces in enacting agenda.
by Peter Cox and Dana Ferguson

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‘Your own Minnesota badge of honor’: The Rebel Loon becomes walking resistance artwork

‘Your own Minnesota badge of honor’: The Rebel Loon becomes walking resistance artwork

The Rebel Loon, a round graphic of the state bird with wings outstretched above it — has become a symbol of Minnesotan's response to the immigration enforcement surge. It didn’t take long for the arts world to adapt it into anything imaginable, including tattoos.
by Anika Besst

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