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Rural Fosston moves forward in its quest to regain control of local hospital from Essentia Health

Rural Fosston moves forward in its quest to regain control of local hospital from Essentia Health

A northwestern Minnesota community is seeking to regain local control of its hospital, arguing Essentia Health has failed to meet local health care needs. A recent court ruling allows Fosston to take its case to arbitration.
by Molly Castle Work

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Minnesota farmers worry about their markets amid North American trade deal uncertainty

Minnesota farmers worry about their markets amid North American trade deal uncertainty

President Donald Trump has signaled he may withdraw from an agreement that allows tariff-free trade with Canada and Mexico. Minnesota farmers now worry how their markets might change if the agreement ends.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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Quality coffee, Ojibwe bonds build a business on the Fond du Lac Reservation in NE Minnesota

Quality coffee, Ojibwe bonds build a business on the Fond du Lac Reservation in NE Minnesota

At a roadside kiosk on the reservation, Jackson Ripley and his family blend great coffee and Ojibwe culture together with a bit of magic. In the process, they’ve built new community ties, and they’re hoping to do more.
by Leah Lemm

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5 things about Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve's past, support system and goals

5 things about Lynx coach Cheryl Reeve's past, support system and goals

Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve was inducted into the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Saturday. MPR News digital producer Anika Besst spoke with Reeve in Knoxville before the induction about what has led her to this honor.
by Anika Besst

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How to beat the heat this week

How to beat the heat this week

Minnesota is swapping comfortable summer weather for several days of dangerous heat and humidity. Even after the sun goes down, temperatures will remain unusually warm overnight, offering little relief and allowing heat stress to build from one day to the next.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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‘This game we all love’: Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve inducted into Hall of Fame

‘This game we all love’: Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve inducted into Hall of Fame

Women’s basketball fans packed by the hundreds into the Tennessee Theater in Knoxville to celebrate eight inductees to the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame, including Minnesota Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve.
by Anika Besst

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Judge David Doty dies at 96

Judge David Doty dies at 96

U.S. District Judge David Doty died on Saturday just a few days before turning 97. He served on the bench since 1987.
by Nicole Ki

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Your guide to Fourth of July fireworks and events across Minnesota

Your guide to Fourth of July fireworks and events across Minnesota

Minnesota communities are planning fireworks, parades and festivals over the Fourth of July weekend, offering plenty of ways to celebrate Independence Day across the state.
by Mitch Klein

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