Northern Minnesota schools shift to four-day weeks, leaders warn of funding crisis
The Ely School District will move to a four-day week next year, making school days longer and ending the academic week on Thursdays.
Jun 5, 2026Open source
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Comedy about motivational speakers films on Iron Range
The movie, tentatively titled "Shove Your Motivation Up Your Tailpipe," has rival speakers going head to head. "It's been a blast," said the film's director...
May 15, 2026Open source
This Fargo chef relearned how to cook after a car crash ruined her sense of smell
Candace Stock had been cooking professionally for decades before a car crash permanently damaged her sense of smell, forcing her to rely on her memories and...
May 12, 2026Open source
Timely hitting carries Beavers past Duluth in opening round of NSIC Tournament
The Minot State softball team produced four extra-base hits and came back from an early three-run deficit to get past Minnesota Duluth, 9-6, in the opening roun
May 7, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 2026Open source
He was last seen in the summer of 1988. Without a photo for the public, his case remains cold
Wilson Charles Sam vanished from Duluth, Minnesota, but his case wasn't publicly acknowledged until 2011, when he was registered in the National Missing and...
Jun 11, 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
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Feds propose housing ICE detainees in western Minnesota private prison
The Department of Homeland Security has posted a proposed contract for Immigration and Customs Enforcement to use a private prison facility in western Minnes...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Port: Minnesota official recommends suspension of North Dakota judicial candidate's law license
Sarah Kyte is a candidate for judge in the Northeast Central District. A Supreme Court referee in Minnesota has recommended that her law license be suspended...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
Port: Minnesota official recommends suspension of North Dakota judicial candidate's law license
Sarah Kyte is a candidate for judge in the Northeast Central District. A Supreme Court referee in Minnesota has recommended that her law license be suspended...
Jun 5, 2026Open source
State softball: Muellner, timely hitting push Forest Lake past Park, into 4A title game. CDH falls in semis
Forest Lake beat Park in the Minnesota high school semifinals to earn a trip to the 4A state title game. Cretin-Derham Hall fell in 3A.
Jun 4, 2026Open source
ICE agent arrested over shooting of Venezuelan man in Minnesota
Christian Castro charged with assault and falsely reporting a crime after video released of non-fatal shooting in January
May 30, 2026Open source
Klobuchar picks former Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer as running mate
Sen. Amy Klobuchar on Friday announced former Fergus Falls Mayor Ben Schierer will be her running mate in her bid for Minnesota governor. Schierer, who is re...
May 30, 2026Open source
New NCAA rule could change Minnesota hockey at high school and college levels
The NCAA's new 5 in 5 rule, which is likely to pass, will change the hockey paths for many high school and college hockey in MN and beyond.
May 29, 2026Open source
Minnesota man charged federally with kidnapping girl who had just gotten off her school bus
The girl’s disappearance led to a large search of the area in near-zero-degree weather, and an Amber Alert after investigators realized she was likely abdu...
May 28, 2026Open source
Chicago Sky forward Rickea Jackson out for the season with ACL tear Rickea Jackson's promising first season...
Rickea Jackson's promising first season with the Chicago Sky is over after it barely began after suffering a torn ACL in Sunday's win against the M...
May 19, 2026Open source
In a small town in Minnesota, volleyball is a lifeline for immigrant children
A volleyball team from a small town in Minnesota is turning heads and gaining attention as they routinely compete against schools 10 times their enrollment.
May 19, 2026Open source
What is it like to shop at a Minnesota recreational marijuana dispensary? Dozens of recreational marijuana...
Dozens of recreational marijuana dispensaries can now be found across Minnesota. Many of them opened last year, but it's still relatively new. And if yo...
May 19, 2026Open source
NBA Playoffs Takeaways: Spurs Look Unstoppable, Eliminate Timberwolves; Pistons Force Game 7
While the Pistons took down the Cavs in Game 6, the Spurs closed things out against Minnesota on Friday night.
May 15, 2026Open source
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The Lakers refused to fold while facing elimination, but the Thunder ultimately pulled away to improve to 8-0 this postseason.
May 12, 2026Open source
HCMC funding crisis is a ‘red flag to the Legislature’ for ‘ongoing oversight,’ analyst says
Rescuing Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC) has become a late-session legislative priority, with the likely funding now raising broader questions about fu...
May 12, 2026Open source
Red flag warning issued for central, northeast Minnesota
Fire danger is extremely high in several Minnesota counties as a Red Flag Warning remains in effect through Saturday evening.
May 9, 2026Open source
NBA
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch called it "completely unprofessional behavior" for official Tony Brothers to confront him on two separate occasions during a f...
May 9, 2026Open source
Lush Bar staff shaken after safe stolen, owner says The co-owner of Lush Bar and Theatre said employees fee...
The co-owner of Lush Bar and Theatre said employees feel targeted after 3 people broke in and stole a safe containing cash and tips, with the bar now relying...
May 9, 2026Open source
El Niño likely to bring warm, dry, smoky summer to Minnesota: MPCA
Meteorologists at the state pollution control agency predict that wildfire smoke and ozone conditions this summer will be similar to those seen in 2024.
May 7, 2026Open source
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Finding Faith: Don't shy away from those conversations
Devlyn Brooks is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and serves Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton, Minnesota.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Minnesota will resume payments to some Medicaid providers disenrolled during revalidation push
More than half of the state's high-risk service providers lost their ability to bill Medicaid for services last week, following the Minnesota Department of H...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
One year later: Minnesota lawmakers reflect on lasting impacts of June 14
A look at the enduring effects of the 2025 lawmaker shootings, from security changes to the personal reminders of the loss that remain.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Finding Faith: Don't shy away from those conversations
Devlyn Brooks is an ordained pastor in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and serves Faith Lutheran Church in Wolverton, Minnesota.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Cardinals carry positive vibes into series opener vs. Twins
The St. Louis Cardinals landed in Minnesota with their confidence sky high. A 5-4 loss in Thursday’s series finale at the New York Mets did little to dampe...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Missouri athletes prepare to Special Olympics USA games
As thousands of Special Olympics athletes gather at the University of Minnesota for the 2026 USA Games later this month, athlete Joe Collins will be there re...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Cardinals carry positive vibes into series opener vs. Twins
The St. Louis Cardinals landed in Minnesota with their confidence sky high. A 5-4 loss in Thursday’s series finale at the New York Mets did little to dampe...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Vance Boelter pleads guilty, will serve life in prison for killing Minnesota lawmaker
Nearly one year after carrying out one of the most shocking acts of political violence in state history, Vance Boelter pleaded guilty on Thursday to killing...
Jun 12, 2026Open source
Vikings will let Kyler Murray vs. J.J. McCarthy continue into training camp
Kyler Murray and. J.J. McCarthy have been jockeying for position in the quarterback competition for the Minnesota Vikings.
Jun 12, 2026Open source
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