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‘A champion’: Man who covered Leonard Peltier’s trial praises his release from prison

‘A champion’: Man who covered Leonard Peltier’s trial praises his release from prison

In one of his final acts, former President Joe Biden sent Indigenous activist Leonard Peltier home to complete his life sentence. Although it is not a pardon, many in the Indigenous community are celebrating what they see as win for Native American activism.
by Tom Crann and Lukas Levin

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Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed against second trooper by family of Ricky Cobb II

Federal judge dismisses lawsuit filed against second trooper by family of Ricky Cobb II

Ricky Cobb’s mother Nyra Miller-Fields sued the troopers, alleging excessive force and that the extended traffic stop was unconstitutional. A federal judge dismissed the lawsuit. Miller-Fields is appealing the decision.
by Matt Sepic

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Police group sues state over release of undercover officers’ names

Police group sues state over release of undercover officers’ names

In August, the Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training sent independent journalist Tony Webster police licensing information in response to his data request, but failed to remove the names of officers who work undercover.
by Matt Sepic

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Trump order halting refugee resettlement disrupting Minnesota agencies’ efforts

Trump order halting refugee resettlement disrupting Minnesota agencies’ efforts

Officials with refugee resettlement agencies in Minnesota say Trump’s executive order halting the Refugee Admissions Program is disrupting efforts to bring people facing strife in their home countries to the U.S. and to the state.
by Sarah Thamer

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House Republicans seek to roll back DFL taxes, fees tied to transportation programs

House Republicans seek to roll back DFL taxes, fees tied to transportation programs

Minnesota House Republicans are seeking to roll back taxes and fees approved when Democrats had full control of state government. A delivery fee and automatic increases to the gas taxes are on the GOP chopping block.
by Clay Masters

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Twin Cities area school employee charged with possesing child sexual abuse images

Twin Cities area school employee charged with possesing child sexual abuse images

A recess and traffic monitor in the North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale School District was arrested last week. Authorities say they have not found any indication that students at the schools he worked at were involved.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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How to talk to kids about the Los Angeles wildfires and other climate crises

How to talk to kids about the Los Angeles wildfires and other climate crises

You can help reassure and inform children about the Los Angeles wildfires and broader climate concerns, with age-appropriate tips, expert insights and practical ways to ease eco-anxiety.
by Cathy Wurzer and Gracie Stockton

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11 Minnesota chefs and restaurants named 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists

11 Minnesota chefs and restaurants named 2025 James Beard Award semifinalists

Eleven Minnesota chefs and restaurants were named James Beard Award semifinalists for 2025. The list includes five Minnesota chefs being awarded Best Chef in the Midwest category and one Minneapolis chef, Ann Ahmed, being named Outstanding Chef.
by Anika Besst

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What cabinet appointments for Sean Duffy, Kristi Noem, and Doug Burgum could mean for Minnesota

What cabinet appointments for Sean Duffy, Kristi Noem, and Doug Burgum could mean for Minnesota

Three regional leaders—Doug Burgum, Kristi Noem, and Sean Duffy—are among President-elect Donald Trump’s Cabinet nominees. Their potential appointments could significantly influence Minnesota and neighboring states.
by Cathy Wurzer, Gracie Stockton and Matthew Alvarez

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First phase of Mankato’s supportive housing project receives $7.2 million state grant

First phase of Mankato’s supportive housing project receives $7.2 million state grant

Mankato is one of many communities around Minnesota facing challenges as people experience chronic homelessness. One barrier is the lack of affordable housing, but there are continuing efforts moving unhoused people into permanent supportive housing. 
by Hannah Yang

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