Mound man plays taps nightly on Lake Minnetonka for veterans
A retired businessman has made honoring veterans a nightly tradition on Lake Minnetonka, drawing a community together through music and remembrance.
May 7, 2026Open source
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Inside the $50M Lake Minnetonka estate that could shatter state home sale records
Engel & Völkers says a $50M “dream home” on Lake Minnetonka has already drawn interest from buyers around the world.
May 6, 2026Open source
Fire heavily damages Haskell’s, longtime restaurant in Excelsior
A fire early Wednesday morning damaged Haskell’s Port of Excelsior, a longtime, landmark restaurant near Lake Minnetonka.
May 6, 2026Open source
Overnight fire damages Haskell’s Port of Excelsior on Lake Minnetonka
An overnight fire heavily damaged the iconic restaurant Haskell’s Port of Excelsior on Wednesday. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
May 6, 2026Open source
Firefighters battle overnight blaze at Haskell's Port of Excelsior A popular restaurant on Lake Minnetonka...
A popular restaurant on Lake Minnetonka sustained "fairly extensive damage" in an overnight fire, officials said.
May 6, 2026Open source
Fire damages Haskell’s bar and liquor store in Excelsior
A popular summer gathering spot on Lake Minnetonka was damaged by a fire overnight. Fire crews are still on scene at Haskell's in Excelsior, where they are w...
May 6, 2026Open source
Minnetonka High School students learn to fly through the school's Momentum aviation program High school stu...
Minnetonka High School students learn to fly through the school's Momentum aviation program High school students often have a range of classes they can choos...
May 2, 2026Open source
Inside the $50 million Lake Minnetonka mansion: Most expensive home ever listed in Minnesota
Inside the $50 million Lake Minnetonka mansion: Most expensive home ever listed in Minnesota
May 2, 2026Open source
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Gov. Tim Walz visits HCMC hospital to tout $205M in one-time state funding Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz went to...
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz went to Hennepin County Medical Center in Minneapolis Wednesday to talk about how the state is going to help the hospital financially.
May 20, 2026Open source
Long-term concerns remain for HCMC despite cash injection from state The state's busiest trauma hospital wa...
The state's busiest trauma hospital was on the brink of financial ruin, and still faces major challenges with leadership projecting $50 million in losse...
May 19, 2026Open source
Minneapolis' Uptown residents concerned amid closures and construction Neighbors and business owners in the...
Neighbors and business owners in the Minneapolis neighborhood of Uptown are concerned as businesses in the area continue to falter. Last month, The Lowry clo...
May 19, 2026Open source
Minneapolis mayor, city staff defy community survey, pushback growing on council
The mayor of Minneapolis and his staff are defying a community survey by recommending a group to develop a site at George Floyd Square that did not receive t...
May 16, 2026Open source
Gov. Tim Walz, legislative leaders reach end-of-session deal
The deal includes a bonding bill and funding for Hennepin County Medical Center. More details are expected on Thursday.
May 14, 2026Open source
Rescheduled Frost vs. Victoire playoff showdown back on Tuesday night
After an illness delay, the Frost take on Montreal Tuesday night for a chance at the finals! Join the watch party at 'A Bar of their Own' in Minneapolis.
May 12, 2026Open source
Minneapolis grocery store owner charged in $1 million food assistance fraud
A Minneapolis grocery store owner faces felony charges in what investigators say was a million-dollar food assistance fraud scheme.
May 12, 2026Open source
Neighbors come together to save historic northeast Minneapolis house from demolition
The John Cook House has stood in northeast Minneapolis for nearly 140 years.
May 12, 2026Open source
Metro Transit bus crashes into south Minneapolis home after deadly collision with pickup
A Metro Transit bus crashed into a south Minneapolis home early Monday after a pickup truck driver ran a stop sign and slammed into the bus. Authorities say...
May 11, 2026Open source
Truck driver dead after crash sends Metro Transit bus into home in south Minneapolis
A truck driver is dead after a crash in south Minneapolis that sent a Metro Transit bus into a home Monday morning.
May 11, 2026Open source
Future Gopher remains supreme on the mound in Zumbrota-Mazeppa farewell tour
It’s been 19 months since Z-M senior pitcher Hudson Ohm agreed to play baseball for the University of Minnesota and in that time, he’s only improved his...
May 11, 2026Open source
1 dead after bus and pickup truck crash into house in Minneapolis
Officials said one person died in the crash at 10th Avenue South and East 38th Street.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Charges filed against Chatfield officer in alleged DWI Charges have been filed against a Chatfield, Minneso...
Charges have been filed against a Chatfield, Minnesota, police officer who is accused of crashing his car while driving under the influence, according to cou...
May 23, 2026Open source
How Elk River high school students are learning how to budget A new state law requires a personal finance c...
A new state law requires a personal finance course to graduate from Minnesota schools.
May 20, 2026Open source
Delano schools closed Wednesday due to "cyber incident" Classes have been canceled in Delano, Minnesota, on...
Classes have been canceled in Delano, Minnesota, on Wednesday after the school district said it suffered a "cyber incident."
May 20, 2026Open source
Former Anoka County sheriff to be next U.S. Marshal for Minnesota
He was nominated by President Trump and approved by the U.S. Senate.
May 19, 2026Open source
Rain, cooler temps could help to tamp down northern Minnesota wildfires
Three dozen structures lost near Two Harbors; uncontained fire also burning near Crosslake.
May 17, 2026Open source
Joe Soucheray: What will it take to have a fair fight in governor’s race?
"There is currently no hope for sanity and honesty, two words chosen purposely, to return Minnesota to a degree of trustworthy state government," Soucheray w...
May 17, 2026Open source
Duluthians petition for Lester Park Golf Course referendum
A survey conducted in March by the city of Duluth found support for conservation efforts at the former golf course, which has been floated as a potential sit...
May 15, 2026Open source
Bygones: Duluth banned Sunday 3.2 beer sales in 1956
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May 15, 2026Open source
Minsoo Park one of Duluth Marshall baseball’s ‘dudes’
The senior allowed one hit, walked one batter and struck out seven over seven innings in a win over Hermantown — and needed just 83 pitches to do it.
May 15, 2026Open source
Answering the call for nurses in Rochester and beyond
Rochester Nurses Honor Guard pays tribute to the sacrifice of nurses.
May 12, 2026Open source
Dubuque Street brought settlers and history to Rochester ... before being renamed
The street was part of the Dubuque Trail that ran from the Mississippi River to St. Paul.
May 12, 2026Open source
It's all about the noodles at Rochester Chinese restaurant
Food writer Holly Ebel says you'll find something unique to eat along with those special noodles.
May 12, 2026Open source
Minnesota Frost playoff match against Montréal Victoire postponed due to illness concerns
The decision was made following consultation with medical personnel. All tickets for the postponed game will be honored for the rescheduled date.
May 11, 2026Open source
Game 5 of Frost series vs. Montreal postponed due to ‘illness’
Monday's series finale between the Minnesota Frost and Montreal Victoire has been postponed due to "player safety concerns related to illness," the PWHL anno...
May 11, 2026Open source
Montreal-Minnesota PWHL game postponed
The PWHL playoff game set to take place Monday night between the Montreal Victoire and the Minnesota Frost has been postponed due to player safety concerns r...
May 11, 2026Open source
All Day, forever: Vikings inducting Adrian Peterson into Ring of Honor
The 29th member of the Minnesota Vikings Ring of Honor will be Adrian Peterson, who rewrote the team's record books in his 10 seasons in Purple and Gold.
May 11, 2026Open source
Minnesota artist transforms Timberwolves fandom with hand-painted jean jackets
Bethany Nelson transforms Timberwolves fandom into wearable art with her hand-painted jackets, captivating fans and connecting her creations to the team’s...
May 11, 2026Open source
James Rodriguez’s two assists help Loons to 2-2 draw with Austin
James provided his first MLS goal contributions — a pair of assists — in Minnesota’s 2-2 draw with Austin FC on Sunday at Allianz Field.
May 11, 2026Open source
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Minnetonka is in Hennepin County, Minnesota.
Region: Minnesota
ZIP Codes
55345
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Minnesota gained jobs in April as immigration crackdown ended
Minnesota saw strong employment growth in April, which state labor analysts partially attributed to waning federal immigration enforcement after the Trump ad...
May 26, 2026Open source
Minnesota sues 3M again over PFAS pollution
The lawsuit details that 3M has “47 separate industrial and stormwater outfalls that discharge" into the Mississippi River.
May 25, 2026Open source
Green Monsters: Young Twins sweep Red Sox in Boston for first time since ’94
The bullpen shined again as late-game defense helped Minnesota close the door Sunday.
May 25, 2026Open source
Twins beat Red Sox 4-2 for 9th win in 13 games Trevor Larnach matched his career-high with four hits, Taj B...
Trevor Larnach matched his career-high with four hits, Taj Bradley allowed one run over five innings in his return from a chest muscle injury and the Minneso...
May 24, 2026Open source
Mauricio González scores stoppage-time goal for Minnesota in 1-1 tie with RSL Mauricio González subbed on...
Mauricio González subbed on in the 77th minute for Minnesota United and scored his first career goal in stoppage time in 1-1 tie with Real Salt Lake.
May 23, 2026Open source
Negotiations break down between Chisago County employees and county Talks between Chisago County employees...
Talks between employees of Chisago County, Minnesota, and county officials broke down early Saturday as a weekslong strike continues.
May 23, 2026Open source
MN fraud: DOJ announces fraud charges against 15 people, suspect on run
The U.S. Department of Justice announced a major fraud indictment in Minnesota, with charges being handed up against 15 people for fraud targeting $90 millio...
May 21, 2026Open source
LVFL Rickea Jackson to miss remainder of 2026 WNBA season
The Chicago Sky forward and former Lady Vol suffered a left torn ACL against Minnesota on Sunday.
May 19, 2026Open source
Minnesota veteran who became a star on TikTok dies at 84
Kenny Jary, a Minnesota veteran and TikTok star, has died. He was 84. (Photo: KARE11)
May 19, 2026Open source
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