Federal government looks to house ICE detainees in Minnesota private prison
The proposed contract focuses on the Prairie Correctional Facility in Appleton, Minn.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Minnesota State Fair unveils new cookbook looking back at 50 years of blue ribbon winners
For the first time in 50 years, the Minnesota State Fair has a new cookbook filled with blue ribbon winning recipes.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
How an increased Minnesota homestead credit will be doled out to offset higher property taxes
Lawmakers added to an existing tax relief program after many homeowners saw steep increases to their annual property taxes.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Judge says rural electric utility cannot cut tribal nation’s power over solar array
The ruling marks a significant moment in a nearly two-year dispute between the Upper Sioux Community and its electric cooperative — and could reshape how r...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Thousands still without power after strong winds, downed trees hit Twin Cities
Strong winds, rain and lightning knocked down trees and power lines across the metro, leaving nearly 50,000 people without power in Minnesota.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Minnesota man has bitter reflections on a failed gubernatorial candidacy
Businessman Steve Patterson wanted to carve out a more moderate lane. But he hadn’t counted on new rules that made it impossible, he said.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Deere-ly beloved: Minnesota newlyweds honeymoon at Waterloo's John Deere Museum
Kevin and Kolby Hansen visit the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum in Waterloo on Saturday. The visit was one of several stops at John Deere sites as part...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Eight straight wins for Lynx; Minnesota tops Dallas 100-76
On a Minnesota Lynx team full of players who don’t care which one gets the credit, its opponent offered little resistance to a full box score on Tuesday ni...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Motorist pleads guilty in Lake Elmo rear-end crash that killed girl, 5
Jeffrey Dean Alexander Jr., 49, of St. Paul, crashed his SUV into the back of a family’s car that was stalled on Minnesota 36 in January 2024.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
1966: Payette’s Harmon Killebrew could tattoo a baseball. We all know that. But he wasn’t the only Minn...
1966: Payette’s Harmon Killebrew could tattoo a baseball. We all know that. But he wasn’t the only Minnesota Twin in the 1960s who could.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Prosecutors won’t seek death penalty in killing of lawmaker and husband
Justice Department officials said Monday that they would not seek the death penalty for a man accused last year of assassinating Melissa Hortman, a Minnesota...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Hitting his way to Hibbing
Another Powell Pioneer has signed to continue his baseball career at the next level, as Abel Teten became the second Pioneer to sign this spring for NCAA Div...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Montana State Bobcats add Minnesota high school TE, announce roster changes
Helena native Vaughn Wirkus is one of four players to recently leave the Bobcat program.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Montana State Bobcats add Minnesota high school TE, announce roster changes
Helena native Vaughn Wirkus is one of four players to recently leave the Bobcat program.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Montana State Bobcats add Minnesota high school TE, announce roster changes
Helena native Vaughn Wirkus is one of four players to recently leave the Bobcat program.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Montana State Bobcats add Minnesota high school TE, announce roster changes
Helena native Vaughn Wirkus is one of four players to recently leave the Bobcat program.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Montana State Bobcats add Minnesota high school TE, announce roster changes
Helena native Vaughn Wirkus is one of four players to recently leave the Bobcat program.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
Montana State Bobcats add Minnesota high school TE, announce roster changes
Helena native Vaughn Wirkus is one of four players to recently leave the Bobcat program.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
West Fargo men credited with rescue of stranded Minnesota woman
Mike Gravalin and Adam Sandbeck helped rescue Kathryn Woessner after finding her stuck in a wooded area east of Park Rapids, saying the moment felt like divi...
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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Appleton is in Swift County, Minnesota.
Region: Minnesota
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Minnesota State Fair unveils new cookbook looking back at 50 years of blue ribbon winners
For the first time in 50 years, the Minnesota State Fair has a new cookbook filled with blue ribbon winning recipes.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
How an increased Minnesota homestead credit will be doled out to offset higher property taxes
Lawmakers added to an existing tax relief program after many homeowners saw steep increases to their annual property taxes.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Judge says rural electric utility cannot cut tribal nation’s power over solar array
The ruling marks a significant moment in a nearly two-year dispute between the Upper Sioux Community and its electric cooperative — and could reshape how r...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Thousands still without power after strong winds, downed trees hit Twin Cities
Strong winds, rain and lightning knocked down trees and power lines across the metro, leaving nearly 50,000 people without power in Minnesota.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Minnesota man has bitter reflections on a failed gubernatorial candidacy
Businessman Steve Patterson wanted to carve out a more moderate lane. But he hadn’t counted on new rules that made it impossible, he said.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Deere-ly beloved: Minnesota newlyweds honeymoon at Waterloo's John Deere Museum
Kevin and Kolby Hansen visit the John Deere Tractor and Engine Museum in Waterloo on Saturday. The visit was one of several stops at John Deere sites as part...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Eight straight wins for Lynx; Minnesota tops Dallas 100-76
On a Minnesota Lynx team full of players who don’t care which one gets the credit, its opponent offered little resistance to a full box score on Tuesday ni...
Jun 10, 2026Open source
Motorist pleads guilty in Lake Elmo rear-end crash that killed girl, 5
Jeffrey Dean Alexander Jr., 49, of St. Paul, crashed his SUV into the back of a family’s car that was stalled on Minnesota 36 in January 2024.
Jun 10, 2026Open source
1966: Payette’s Harmon Killebrew could tattoo a baseball. We all know that. But he wasn’t the only Minn...
1966: Payette’s Harmon Killebrew could tattoo a baseball. We all know that. But he wasn’t the only Minnesota Twin in the 1960s who could.
Jun 9, 2026Open source
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