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FBI Director Wray to resign at end of Biden administration
FBI Director Christopher Wray on Wednesday announced he would resign from the bureau at the end of the Biden administration next month, with more than two years remaining on his term in office.
The U.S. is facing a severe housing shortage. Will Trump's proposals help?
The U.S. is short approximately four million homes. Wharton economist Ben Keys traces the beginning of the housing crisis to the 2008 financial meltdown — and says climate change is making things worse.
Two people charged with animal abuse after dozens of cats, dogs seized in Beltrami County
Authorities said 64 dogs and cats were removed from the property last week, and brought to Animal Humane Society in the Twin Cities. But deputies had counted well over 200 animals on previous visits.
Cannabis agency drops plans for licensing fast track, early 2025 retail launch in Minnesota grows doubtful
Amid legal disputes, Minnesota’s Office of Cannabis Management will no longer hold a preapproval lottery for certain marijuana business applicants. Instead, the process will be revamped heading into 2025, making an early-year launch to retail sales difficult to achieve.
Wisconsin kayaker who faked his death is back in the U.S. and in custody, police say
Ryan Borgwardt disappeared in August while kayaking in Wisconsin, but an investigation revealed he intended to fake his death and had fled to Europe. Police said he willingly returned to the U.S.
Kimberly Guilfoyle is the latest Trump family ally chosen for an ambassadorship
Kimberly Guilfoyle, who got engaged to Trump's son in 2020, is the latest appointee he's chosen from his family tree. There's a long and controversial history of presidents picking relatives for jobs.
DFL, Republican senators weigh in on state budget forecast
The state’s latest economic forecast, revealed Dec. 4, predicts less revenue than expected and higher-than-expected costs for some government programs. MPR News host Emily Bright spoke with state Sens. John Marty, DFL-Roseville, and Eric Pratt, R-Prior Lake, about their thoughts on the budget forecast and what it means for the 2025 Legislative Session.
Mayor Jacob Frey vetoes 2025 budget approved by Minneapolis City Council
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey announced Wednesday afternoon that he is vetoing the 2025 budget approved by the city council late Tuesday night. The budget had passed with enough votes to override a veto.