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8 things to do around the ‘Barbie’ premiere in Minnesota
Events include a pop-up closet at the Mall of America, a Barbie-themed rave in Minneapolis and parties ahead of movie screenings across the state.
What Russia's Black Sea grain blockade could mean for Minnesota
Russia’s decision to pull out of the agreement to let Ukrainian grain shipments pass through the Black Sea could have ripple effects for Minnesota agribusiness firms such as Cargill, farmers and the East African community.
Morrison County deputy struck by vehicle is stable, improving
Deputy Brady Pundsack was directing traffic leaving from the Freedom Fest music festival in Pierz Saturday night when he was struck by an SUV.
'On the edge': Minnesota farmers, gardeners, cities wait to see if rain will curb worsening drought
Widespread rain expected soon could spare the region from seeing the most serious effects of drought. But a continued dry pattern could quickly make things worse for farmers and gardeners.
Exploring Minnesota’s natural underground wonders: caves
Minnesota is known for having 10,000 lakes but did you know the southeastern region of the state has 400 natural caves? Three cave experts invite you to explore Minnesota’s windows to the underworld.
Minneapolis police say a teenage girl was fatally shot in the city’s East Isles neighborhood early Monday morning.
Written driver’s tests for new Minnesota residents going away
Starting Aug. 1, people moving to Minnesota will no longer have to take a written test to get a Minnesota driver’s license if they have a valid license from another state.