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A check-in on the only Minnesota congressional race guaranteed to send a new person to Washington. MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst speaks with three candidates seeking to represent the 2nd Congressional District.
 Twins win their home opener 10-4 over the Rays behind Tristan Gray's first grand slam
Tristan Gray hit his first career grand slam to cap a seven-run seventh inning for the Minnesota Twins in a 10-4 home-opener victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.
Pistons past Timberwolves 113-108. Edwards ineligible for NBA postseason awards after ruled him out again
Jalen Duren had 22 points and 14 rebounds, Daniss Jenkins scored 26 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 113-108 on Thursday night as both teams were without a superstar. Minnesota ruled out All-Star guard Anthony Edwards, listing his right knee injury and an illness.
Minnesota graduation rates hit record high in 2025
Minnesota’s four-year high school graduation rate continued to inch upward in 2025 after dipping in the pandemic. As they applauded the gains, state officials expressed concern about students affected by the federal immigration raids.
Fargo Forum lets go of liberal columnists, sparking protest
Forum Communications, which owns newspapers and TV stations throughout Minnesota, Wisconsin, Montana and both Dakotas, parted ways last week with left-leaning columnists. The move has sparked protest from readers.
The WNBA expansion draft is Friday. Here’s how it works
The league’s expansion draft on Friday will determine part of the Portland Fire and Toronto Tempo’s make-ups and who will be leaving the rosters of existing teams. Two teams will make their debut in the 2026 season as the WNBA expands to 15 teams.
From classroom to sugarbush, immersion school connects students to Indigenous language and culture
Wicoie Nandagikendan, an early childhood Dakota and Ojibwe immersion program, uses cultural teachings and family engagement for hands-on language learning. Despite funding freezes and external pressures, the program has remained open, supporting young learners in their language journey.
Minnesotans challenge warrantless ICE raids in new lawsuit
Six Minnesotans filed suit Thursday against U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the Department of Homeland Security, alleging agents unlawfully entered homes without judicial warrants.