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February 1, 2019 4:00 AM

Candidates race against time, apathy in critical Senate special election

A critical state Senate special election is set for Tuesday, but a compressed schedule is making it difficult for candidates to get the word out to voters.

by Briana Bierschbach

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February 1, 2019 4:00 AM

Minnesota schools ready to teach, feed kids after cold snap

School leaders across the state reopened their doors Friday after days of double-digit subzero temperatures kept many buildings closed -- and many students from needed meals. State officials have applauded the districts' cautious approach.

by Elizabeth Shockman

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February 1, 2019 4:00 AM

Preparing to return to work, after a life derailed by drugs

"Drugs have taken their toll, but I can get back to that person I used to be," says Johnny Petty, who's getting help from a Minneapolis-based program that pairs drug treatment with job counseling and affordable housing.

by Jon Collins

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January 31, 2019 10:30 AM

50 years since Bobby Darin walked off set of 'Gleason' show

Producers thought the song "Long Line Rider" was too controversial.

by MPR News Staff

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January 31, 2019 6:20 AM

Art Hounds: Winona's Frozen River Film Festival

Plus, Art Hounds recommend Theater 55's production of the musical "Hair" and an exhibition of photographs made with a giant pinhole camera.

by Marianne Combs

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January 31, 2019 5:00 AM

Xcel says demand forced shut-off of natural gas to dozens of homes

Xcel Energy moved dozens of customers east of St. Cloud to hotels as natural gas was shut off in response to unanticipated demand. They expect to restore service by the end of the week.

by Peter Cox

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January 31, 2019 4:00 AM

How cold is it? It's so cold even Minnesotans don't like it

Cold weather is nothing new for people in this part of the county, but the extreme cold this week is getting old and causing problems from severe frostbite to loss of natural gas service.

by Mark Zdechlik

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January 30, 2019 5:07 PM

Walz budget will give big boost to local governments

Gov. Tim Walz told a group of Greater Minnesota mayors to expect a hefty increase in aid from the state.

by Brian Bakst

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January 30, 2019 11:02 AM

Remembering former state Sen. Duane Benson

Benson served as a Republican in the state Senate from 1980 until 1994, and most recently was the executive director of the Minnesota Early Learning Foundation. He also owned a cattle and horse ranch in Lanesboro, and played professional football for nine years.

by Cathy Wurzer