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Stories from June 11, 2026

Tigers hit 6 homers in 11-0 rout of Twins

Tigers hit 6 homers in 11-0 rout of Twins

Spencer Torkelson hit one of Detroit's six homers and the Tigers rolled to an 11-0 win over the Minnesota Twins on Thursday.
by The Associated Press

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'Guided by Gilbert' litter carries on Hortmans' legacy through service dogs

'Guided by Gilbert' litter carries on Hortmans' legacy through service dogs

One year after the deaths of Melissa and Mark Hortman and their dog Gilbert, Helping Paws is honoring their legacy through a new generation of service dogs. The "Guided by Gilbert" litter will train to support veterans and first responders with PTSD.
by Nina Moini and Ellen Finn

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Boelter pleads guilty

Vance Boelter today admitted killing a top DFL lawmaker and her husband during an early morning shooting rampage last year. Boelter’s plea means federal prosecutors will not seek the death penalty. And the Minneapolis City Council voted today to waive a special tax assessment for property owners in George Floyd Square.
by Emily Reese

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'She sat 2 seats away from me': Rep. Erin Koegel reflects on Hortman assassination anniversary

'She sat 2 seats away from me': Rep. Erin Koegel reflects on Hortman assassination anniversary

Nearly one year after Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman's assassination, Rep. Koegel spoke with MPR News host Clay Masters on “All Things Considered” about her reflections on the past year.
by Clay Masters and Gretchen Brown

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Top places to watch the 2026 World Cup in the Twin Cities

Top places to watch the 2026 World Cup in the Twin Cities

The FIFA World Cup kicks off Thursday and goes through July 19. Fans can watch matches at several bars and watch party events in the Twin Cities area.
by Nicole Ki

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Utility crews working to restore power in central Minnesota, more than a day after severe storms

Utility crews working to restore power in central Minnesota, more than a day after severe storms

Utility crews continued chainsawing their way through downed trees and branches Thursday to restore power to several thousand homes and businesses in central Minnesota, well over a day after severe storms swept through.
by Andrew Krueger

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Severe weather threat wrapped, cooler weather lingers

Severe weather threat wrapped, cooler weather lingers

Some cooler showers are likely on Thursday, but we’ll dry out Friday and Sunday. Below normal temperatures are here the next few days, so enjoy!
by Ben Cathey

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Lawyers drop racial profiling case against ICE but vow to continue legal fight

Lawyers drop racial profiling case against ICE but vow to continue legal fight

The ACLU is dismissing its lawsuit alleging ICE racially profiled people of color during Operation Metro Surge, but says plaintiffs will refile after pursuing administrative actions against the Department of Homeland Security.
by MPR News Staff

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'She's still here:' Rep. Kristin Bahner honors Melissa Hortman's legacy in her work and life

'She's still here:' Rep. Kristin Bahner honors Melissa Hortman's legacy in her work and life

State Rep. Kristin Bahner says she never doubted whether she would continue serving in public office even after the attacks on two lawmakers a year ago. In part, because she wanted to honor the legacy of her late colleague, former House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
by Nina Moini and Alanna Elder

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As drought deepens, southwestern Minnesota farmer fears the long-term toll

As drought deepens, southwestern Minnesota farmer fears the long-term toll

In far southwestern Minnesota, in Rock County, Wednesday’s storms missed cattle rancher and farmer Peter Bakken’s land altogether, and he told Morning Edition the lingering drought has him worried about the health of his crops and cows.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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Extreme drought conditions return to Minnesota

Extreme drought conditions return to Minnesota

Minnesota's drought situation took a major step backward this week. Severe drought expanded from just 1 percent of the state to nearly 10 percent. And first area of extreme drought appeared in Minnesota since March 2024.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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Morning Announcements for June 11

Morning Announcements for June 11

These are the Morning Announcements for Thursday, June 11. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
by MPR News Staff

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Experts on uptick in political assassinations and polarization in recent years

Experts on uptick in political assassinations and polarization in recent years

Immediately after the shootings of two state lawmakers, some called it part of the rise in political violence they have been observing for some time across the country. Minnesota Now host Nina Moini spoke again with two of those experts a year after the attacks.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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Boelter pleads guilty in lawmaker attacks, agrees to two life sentences

Boelter pleads guilty in lawmaker attacks, agrees to two life sentences

Vance Boelter’s plea deal announced during a Thursday court hearing lets him avoid a possible federal death penalty. In that hearing, disturbing new details also surfaced on how Boelter killed former Minnesota House Speaker Melissa Hortman.
by Matt Sepic

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Minnesota lawmakers set out to memorialize a peer lost to political violence, prevent future threats

Almost one year ago, a gunman shot and killed House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman and her husband, Mark, in their home. The gunman also shot Sen. John Hoffman and his wife, who both survived. The shootings rocked the state. In the months since, lawmakers have sought to remember the Hortmans by renaming a highway, bike trail and Capitol garden.
by Phineas Pope

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Cooler, less humid Thursday with some showers

Cooler, less humid Thursday with some showers

Cooler, less humid air has settled in. We’ll see some scattered rain showers Thursday. More cool air moves in for the weekend.
by Sven Sundgaard

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Duluth engineering professor’s fabric recycler keeps old clothes out of landfills

Duluth engineering professor’s fabric recycler keeps old clothes out of landfills

University of Minnesota Duluth engineering professor Abbie Clarke-Sather’s “fiber shredder” breaks clothing down into reusable threads in 90 seconds. The machine may help recycle clothing and keep it out of landfills.
by Dan Kraker

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Minneapolis City Council waives property taxes, blocks Agape development in George Floyd Square

Minneapolis City Council waives property taxes, blocks Agape development in George Floyd Square

The Minneapolis City Council voted on two debates surrounding George Floyd Square. They agreed to waive a financial burden on current businesses and residents, and to reject a development proposal for the Peoples’ Way.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Steps to honor Hortman, prevent future tragedies take root in year since her assassination

Steps to honor Hortman, prevent future tragedies take root in year since her assassination

The assassination of Melissa Hortman, along with her husband, Mark, and the attempted killings of other lawmakers prompted policymakers to make changes aimed at tackling a growing number of threats. And they’re also taking steps to honor the late House Speaker’s memory.
by Dana Ferguson

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Gannon solar storm cost corn growers a billion dollars

Gannon solar storm cost corn growers a billion dollars

You might remember the bright aurora borealis from May 2024, visible all across Minnesota and the Upper Midwest. Down below on Earth, it was a panicked few days for farmers. Solar (or geomagnetic) storms are nothing new, but technology like global positioning systems hadn’t faced a big test from a solar storm until 2024. Things did not go well.
by Ben Cathey

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