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Stories from May 12, 2026

Cooler overnight but more warm days ahead

Cooler overnight but more warm days ahead

Cooler air moves in behind a front Tuesday night with lows in the 30s and 40s before temperatures warm again later in the week. Late-week rain and thunderstorms are possible.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Mayo Clinic CEO and president to step down at end of year

Mayo Clinic CEO and president to step down at end of year

Mayo Clinic CEO Gianrico Farrugia announced he will step down at the end of the year after leading the world-renowned health system since 2019.
by Molly Castle Work

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Grandfather of Aniya Allen seeking justice in unsolved killing, 5 years later

Grandfather of Aniya Allen seeking justice in unsolved killing, 5 years later

This spring marks five years since a tragic series of shootings on the north side of Minneapolis. Within weeks, stray bullets hit three children, killing two. Only one of the three cases has been solved.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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Why developers are building more luxury single-family rental homes in Minnesota

Why developers are building more luxury single-family rental homes in Minnesota

A new housing trend is growing across Minnesota suburbs: neighborhoods of newly built single-family homes designed specifically for renters. Supporters say the developments offer flexibility in a tight housing market, while critics question what they could mean for affordability and homeownership in the future.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Avs depth helps them grab a 3-1 series lead over Wild

Avs depth helps them grab a 3-1 series lead over Wild

The Colorado Avalanche have showcased their depth against Minnesota, not just relying on stars like Nathan MacKinnon and Cale Makar. Players such as Ross Colton, Parker Kelly, and Jack Drury have become key contributors.
by The Associated Press

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A lawsuit against a lawsuit: DOJ argues Minnesota overstepped authority in climate case

A lawsuit against a lawsuit: DOJ argues Minnesota overstepped authority in climate case

Minnesota’s lawsuit against major oil and gas companies is now facing a lawsuit of its own. The U.S. Department of Justice argues the state overstepped its authority, a case that could shape climate litigation efforts nationwide.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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All eyes on Wemby for Game 5 of Spurs-Timberwolves series, after his elbow merited Game 4 ejection

All eyes on Wemby for Game 5 of Spurs-Timberwolves series, after his elbow merited Game 4 ejection

San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama is playing in Game 5 of the Spurs' Western Conference semifinal series against the Minnesota Timberwolves, after getting ejected early in Game 4 for throwing an elbow.
by The Associated Press

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State legislative auditor: New fraud watchdog office needs time, grace, resources for success

State legislative auditor: New fraud watchdog office needs time, grace, resources for success

Minnesota lawmakers have approved legislation creating a new Office of Inspector General to strengthen oversight of public program spending. Legislative Auditor Judy Randall joined Minnesota Now to discuss the office’s potential impact and the challenges ahead.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Morning Announcements for May 12

Morning Announcements for May 12

These are the Morning Announcements for Tuesday, May 12. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Weathering the Storm: Climate Change and Mental Health

Weathering the Storm: Climate Change and Mental Health

Real world stories of how people cope with a rapidly changing environment. This Call to Mind special looks at the mental health consequences of climate change. We’ll hear from experts who say climate-related anxiety, depression, and grief are urgent mental health issues.
by Angela Davis and Jessica Bari

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Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more

Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from Congress on the Iran war and more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is facing a new round of questioning from lawmakers over the Iran war. The House and Senate subcommittees that oversee defense spending are holding back-to-back hearings Tuesday to review the Trump administration’s next military budget proposal.
by The Associated Press

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Warm weather persists with increasing thunder chances by late week

Warm weather persists with increasing thunder chances by late week

Consistently warmer weather is on tap for the rest of the week. Chances of thunder will increase by the end of the week into the weekend along with summerlike temps.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Fargo selects new chief of police

Fargo selects new chief of police

Travis Stefonowicz has worked at the department for over 25 years. He’s taking on the role as the department is mired in controversy over its use of AI to arrest a woman last year.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Avalanche bounce back to beat the Wild 5-2 and take a 3-1 lead in the series

Avalanche bounce back to beat the Wild 5-2 and take a 3-1 lead in the series

Ross Colton and Parker Kelly each scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period for Colorado as the Avalanche snapped back from a midseries lull and beat the Minnesota Wild 5-2 in Game 4 to take a 3-1 lead in the second round of the NHL playoffs.
by The Associated Press

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Family of Black man killed by Richfield police question if officers used excessive force

Family of Black man killed by Richfield police question if officers used excessive force

Body-worn camera footage released Monday appears to show Desaver Hollis shoot a Richfield officer in the hand before that officer and another returned fire at least 20 times, including while Hollis was on the ground.
by Ellie Roth

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This Fargo chef relearned how to cook after a car crash ruined her sense of smell

This Fargo chef relearned how to cook after a car crash ruined her sense of smell

Candace Stock had been cooking professionally for decades before a car crash permanently damaged her sense of smell, forcing her to rely on her memories and the help of others to regain her confidence in the kitchen.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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