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Stories from May 1, 2026

Frey vetoes ordinances; Gas prices rise

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey vetoed a pair of ordinances yesterday. The average price of gas in Minnesota has now climbed above $4 a gallon amid the ongoing war in Iran and uncertainty about the Strait of Hormuz.
by Kelly Bleyer

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Police fatally shoot man in Virginia, Minn.

Police fatally shoot man in Virginia, Minn.

The Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension is investigating the shooting.
by MPR News Staff

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Frost-freeze potential Friday night; warmer temps for the weekend

Frost-freeze potential Friday night; warmer temps for the weekend

A cold start to the weekend is on the way as a freeze warning takes center stage across the region, but temperatures are expected to warm as we head through the rest of the weekend.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Politics Friday: Taking stock of Minnesota's session, campaign as May decision points near

Politics Friday: Taking stock of Minnesota's session, campaign as May decision points near

May will be a critical month for state lawmakers and for candidates for a range of Minnesota elective offices. The end of the legislative session and the state party endorsing conventions are closing in. We’ll check in on both.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Feds hand fatal carjacking prosecution back to Hennepin County

Feds hand fatal carjacking prosecution back to Hennepin County

The Minnesota U.S. Attorney's office is dropping federal charges against a St. Paul man accused in a September carjacking that left two women dead and a child seriously injured. Hennepin County will prosecute Edward Tiki Arrington instead.
by Matt Sepic

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Lush nature and fathomless loss coexist in 'Under Water'

Lush nature and fathomless loss coexist in 'Under Water'

The underwater world that Tara Menon creates in her new novel is wonderous and immersive. She joins Kerri Miller on this week’s Big Books and Bold Ideas to talk about nature and friendship and loss, and how to write without cliches or sentimentality.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Morning Announcements for May 1

Morning Announcements for May 1

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, May 1. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Minneapolis mayor vetoes eviction extension, decriminalization of drug paraphernalia

Minneapolis mayor vetoes eviction extension, decriminalization of drug paraphernalia

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey has vetoed the city council’s second attempt to extend the city’s eviction notice timeline, as well as a council ordinance decriminalizing drug paraphernalia. The council likely does not have the votes to override the vetoes.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Feeding Our Future judge limits convicted ringleader’s access to case documents

The judge presiding over the Feeding Our Future case is limiting convicted ringleader Aimee Bock’s access to confidential case documents after she allegedly directed her sons to send the files to reporters and elected officials.
by Phineas Pope

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Temporarily warmer weather for the weekend

Temporarily warmer weather for the weekend

An upper low keeping us cool and unsettled will loosen its grip some over the weekend, allowing for a temporary warm-up. We cool back off next week with more minor rain chances.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Jaden McDaniels leads Timberwolves on both ends of the court in 110-98 clincher to oust Nuggets in 6

Jaden McDaniels leads Timberwolves on both ends of the court in 110-98 clincher to oust Nuggets in 6

Jaden McDaniels had 32 points and 10 rebounds and Terrence Shannon Jr. scored 24 points in a surprise start for the injury-ravaged Minnesota Timberwolves in a 110-98 victory over the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 that finished off another tense NBA playoff series between the rivals.
by The Associated Press

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ICE surge hurt students across Minnesota, principals say

ICE surge hurt students across Minnesota, principals say

More than 80 percent of Minnesota principals responding to a recent statewide survey said the federal immigration raids led to thousands of fearful students missing school, which set back their learning. Immigrant kids were not the only ones hurt.
by Elizabeth Shockman

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Pardons emerge as last resort for some immigrants facing deportation

Pardons emerge as last resort for some immigrants facing deportation

Several immigrants in Minnesota are asking the state Friday to pardon criminal convictions that could result in their deportation. Legal experts say for those who lost permanent status due to a conviction, a pardon could be the only way to get that status back.
by Alanna Elder

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In the wake of ICE surge, May Day organizers in Minneapolis say stakes are higher this year

In the wake of ICE surge, May Day organizers in Minneapolis say stakes are higher this year

International Workers’ Day is a global movement for labor organizing, protest and solidarity. Organizers in Minneapolis say this year’s observation has special meaning after workers — particularly immigrant workers — bore the brunt of a surge of federal agents this winter.
by Sarah Thamer

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MN Shortlist May 1-7: Musicals, a secret circus and an exhibition on Native American treaties

MN Shortlist May 1-7: Musicals, a secret circus and an exhibition on Native American treaties

A secret circus of puppets, lumberjack songs and a collection of stringed instruments that survived the Holocaust — find out more in this week’s MN Shortlist.
by Alex V. Cipolle, Jacob Aloi and Emily Bright

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85 years after he left home, WWII Medal of Honor recipient will be buried in New Ulm

85 years after he left home, WWII Medal of Honor recipient will be buried in New Ulm

Exactly 85 years since Captain Willibald C. Bianchi left his hometown of New Ulm in 1941, the World War II Medal of Honor recipient's remains have finally returned home to his family. On Saturday, he’ll be buried with full military honors with his family by his side.
by Hannah Yang

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Minneapolis high school swimmer invents device that detects harmful pool chemicals

Minneapolis high school swimmer invents device that detects harmful pool chemicals

Aditi Gandhi, a student athlete from the Blake School in Minneapolis, has invented a device that continuously monitors for chloramines, a toxic type of chemical compound found in swimming pools.
by Noah Bloch

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For some in St. Cloud’s Somali community, stress from ICE surge strained mental health

For some in St. Cloud’s Somali community, stress from ICE surge strained mental health

ICE agents arresting and detaining immigrants in St. Cloud earlier this year brought intense fear and anxiety to the Somali community that lasted for months. Some are still feeling the effects.
by Kirsti Marohn

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American Indian Month 2026: Opportunities to celebrate across Minnesota

American Indian Month 2026: Opportunities to celebrate across Minnesota

Native American communities and allies observe American Indian Month during May, honoring contributions of Native Americans across the state. Many opportunities to celebrate are scheduled throughout the month.
by Chandra Colvin

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Wild beat Stars 5-2 for first playoff series win in 11 years

Wild beat Stars 5-2 for first playoff series win in 11 years

Quinn Hughes led Minnesota to its first playoff series victory in 11 years, scoring twice in the Wild's 5-2 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 6 on Thursday night.
by The Associated Press

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