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Minnesota budget forecast will set the stage for 2026 legislative session
Economists and leaders from the Department of Minnesota Management and Budget will offer a glimpse into how much money the state is collecting in taxes and fees — and how much it is spending on schools, public safety, health programs and other government services.
Minnesota Native groups expand efforts to protect unhoused women
The Minnesota Indian Women’s Resource Center is working to provide culturally grounded services, including housing, at a time when need for those services is growing.
Minneapolis mayor acts to deter possible federal crackdown as Somali community braces for ICE
Mayor Jacob Frey signed an executive order that would prohibit the use of city property to stage immigration operations. The action comes as members of the Somali community in the Twin Cities report seeing an increased presence of federal immigration officials.
MyPillow's Mike Lindell files paperwork to run for Minnesota governor
Lindell is an ardent loyalist of President Donald Trump who gained attention with his efforts to fight Trump's 2020 presidential defeat. He has been successfully sued in multiple jurisdictions over his claims of election tampering.
Anthony Edwards’ late layup forces OT, as Timberwolves edge Pelicans 149-142
Anthony Edwards scored 34 of his season-high 44 points in the second half, including a driving layup to force overtime, and Julius Randle scored eight points in the extra period to lift the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 149-142 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans. Edwards sent the game into overtime with 2.3 seconds left. 
Wallstedt earns 4th shutout of the season as Wild beat Oilers 1-0
Jesper Wallstedt made 33 saves to record his fourth shutout of the season in just 10 games as the Minnesota Wild carried their torrid pace from last month into December, emerging with a 1-0 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Tuesday. Jonas Brodin scored the lone goal for the Wild, who have achieved at least a point in 12 straight games. 
Steelers sign wide receiver and former Viking Adam Thielen to practice squad
The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed veteran wide receiver Adam Thielen to their practice squad. The move came shortly after the Minnesota Vikings released the 35-year-old to allow him to pursue playing opportunities elsewhere. 
Tennessee’s special House election sets stage for affordability focused 2026 midterms
A Democratic overperformance in a Republican-won special congressional election in Tennessee Tuesday sets the stage for a 2026 midterm election where affordability remains a top issue. Republican Matt Van Epps won Tennessee's 7th Congressional District by 9 percentage points over Democratic State Rep. Aftyn Behn after millions of dollars in outside spending drove up turnout and attention on the contest in its final weeks.
Marine robotics firm will resume deep-sea search for MH370 plane that vanished a decade ago
Malaysia's transport ministry has announced that a private firm will resume the search for Malaysia Airlines Flight 370 later this month. Texas-based Ocean Infinity will conduct the deep-sea hunt under a "no-find, no-fee" contract with Malaysia's government.