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Sam Darnold, defense lead Vikings to 23-13 win at Tennessee

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1 dead and 8 hurt, including a toddler, in 7-vehicle crash near downtown Minneapolis

A 26-year-old Minneapolis woman is dead and seven others are hurt following a drunken driving-related crash involving seven vehicles on Wednesday night near downtown.

Metro Transit announces Gold Line will extend to downtown Minneapolis in 2027

The Gold Line, which is set to open in March 2025, will extend to downtown Minneapolis in 2027, Metro Transit announced on Tuesday. When it opens in a few months, the METRO Gold Line will provide all-day service between downtown St. Paul and Woodbury. It will serve a total of 16 stations in St. Paul, Maplewood, Landfall, Oakdale and Woodbury.

The best Minnesota high school football opening playoff round games happening Tuesday

The initial round of high school football playoffs, which begin Tuesday, isn’t always scintillating, but there are compelling matchups to be found.

Pro-Palestinian protesters arrested at University of Minnesota

Demonstrators marched on the Northrop Mall before setting up tents on the lawn. A few hundred people gathered outside Coffman Memorial Union to call for a cease fire in Gaza before marching on the Nor

Pro-Palestine protesters arrested after occupying U of M building

Students were arrested Monday evening after occupying Morrill Hall on the University of Minnesota's Twin Cities campus.

Boy, 3, fatally shot inside Northeast Minneapolis apartment

The child later died at HCMC. Police have not said whether they believe the shooting was accidental or intentional.

Pro-Palestinian protesters occupy University of Minnesota building

Police responded to Morrill Hall shortly after the University of Minnesota’s Students for a Democratic Society chapter said it had occupied the building.

Police arrest pro-Palestine protesters blocking University of Minnesota administrative offices

Several hundred pro-Palestine protestors gathered at Morrill Hall to push the U to divest from companies with ties to Israel.

Lakewood Cemetery highlights autumn as fall colors peak across the state

Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis held an event on Sunday showcasing its beautiful red and orange treetops. For late October, it felt like the perfect summer day — with peak fall colors really showing off across the cemetery.

Leading the North: Lions take division lead after Bates' late FG beats Vikings

Detroit rallied back from an early 10-point deficit before coming out on top on a 44-yard field goal from rookie kicker Jake Bates.

Sandy Brondello shows emotion and accountability following Game 4 loss

Sandy Brondello spoke about why she couldn't call a timeout, the unfair officiating and more in 82-80 loss to the Minnesota Lynx

Minnesota cities tap utility fees to help fund local clean energy and climate action

A Twin Cities suburb is among the latest cities looking to use utility franchise fees to help pay for climate and sustainability work, as many look to advance ambitious but underfunded targets.

Hopkins woman injured, arrested following late-night crash near Lowry Tunnel

The Minnesota State Patrol says troopers were called to the area of westbound I-94 and Groveland Avenue just before 11:30 p.m. for a single vehicle rollover crash.

WNBA Finals highlights: Sabrina Ionescu, Liberty complete rally to beat Lynx in Game 3

Sabrina Ionescu's three-point shot gives the Liberty the Game 3 victory and the WNBA Final series lead. See what else you missed.

Minneapolis City Council overrides mayor’s veto of new fee on carbon emissions

The Minneapolis City Council voted Thursday to override Mayor Jacob Frey’s veto of a fee on carbon emissions.

Minnesota’s latest WMA, Keystone Woods, called an ‘incredible’ property in the Twin Cities metro area

The grasslands, wetlands, and forested areas of Keystone Woods WMA offer hunting opportunities for multiple wildlife species.

St. Paul man is now facing a 3rd murder count tied to separate shootings in Minneapolis

Albert Jerome Lucas was charged Wednesday in Hennepin County District Court in connection with the killing of 20-year-old Antonio Vernon Harper, of Minneapolis, on Nov. 6, 2023, in Minneapolis in the 3300 block of Dupont Avenue N.

Minnesota school bans sub who reenacted George Floyd’s murder on student: ‘Behavior is reprehensible’

The instructor, who claimed he was a police officer, was subbing at Woodbury High School in Woodbury on Monday when he placed a student on the ground in front of the class and reenacted the prone restraint used by Minneapolis police that killed Floyd in May 2020, according to local reports.

Minneapolis Expands Early Voting Opportunities with Extended Hours and Additional Sites Ahead of Election Day

Minneapolis extends early voting hours and adds new sites, offering mail-in options and pop-up locations for voter convenience.

Seeing some red in Minneapolis’ sea of blue

Shawn Holster, a lifelong Republican and southerner, found himself settling down in Minneapolis, a deeply liberal city.

MN weather: Warmer and windy day Thursday

The warming trend continues, with temperatures trying to reach 70 degrees in the Twin Cities metro on Thursday. It will be rather breezy with winds at 15-25+ mph. FOX 9 meteorologist Jared Piepenburg has your forecast.

Minneapolis looks to transform police’s 3rd Precinct building that burned into “democracy center”

By Caroline Cummings Click here for updates on this story MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) — Minneapolis city leaders are ready to move forward with a plan for the 3rd Precinct police station that burned during the civil unrest in 2020,

WATCH: Why Minnesota Needs More Minnesotans at MinnPost Festival

We’re highlighting conversations from MinnPost Festival, including a panel discussion on Minnesota’s stagnant population growth.

What would it take to rescue downtown St. Paul’s economy?

In 2024, there’s been a constant drumbeat of ominous headlines emanating from downtown St. Paul as businesses leave.

More firefighters across Minnesota seeking help with mental health issues

Esbensen said 1,400 firefighters sought assistance in 2023 and so far through August of this year, more than 900 have asked for help.

Breanna Stewart, Betnijah Laney-Hamilton guide NY Liberty past Minnesota Lynx in WNBA Finals Game 2

They won Game 2 80-66 on Oct 13 in front of 18,046 fans – a record WNBA crowd at the Barclays Centre. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Steeped in Indigenous foodways, community and corn are key ingredients for one Minneapolis chef

Chef Gustavo Romero is revitalizing Indigenous food and processes by making heirloom tortillas for restaurant goers in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Braces for Frigid Temperatures and Widespread Frost as Autumn Deepens

Minneapolis faces a cold week with frost, according to the NWS, with temperatures gradually warming up by the weekend.

First look: Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings odds and lines

Looking at Sunday’s Detroit Lions at Minnesota Vikings Week 7 NFL odds, lines and trends. Here’s what you need to know.

Why Epic plays a key role in Children's Minnesota's strategic plan

Marc Gorelick, MD, has served as CEO of Minneapolis-based Children's Minnesota since December 2017. He told Becker's that as he approaches his eighth year at the helm, he is focused on various issues. These issues include the system's Epic conversion, which will begin in 2025 and finish in 2026, as well as increasing access.

Your quick NBA season previews begin now. Plus, Liberty, Lynx tied in WNBA Finals

🔮 My prediction: Ben Simmons. (Second year in a row for me. I might be stuck in a bit.)

Man dies in ATV crash in Becker County

Jeremy Paul Mickelson, 48, of Minneapolis was pronounced dead at the scene, after first responders performed lifesaving efforts on him.

Doctors warn American teens are spreading Victorian era disease that can kill infants

The US is seeing a 'significant burden' of the highly contagious Victorian era disease whooping cough, particularly in high schoolers, health officials warn. Minnesota has seen a 17-fold increase (right).

Derrick Thompson Convicted On Federal Charges In Connection To Fatal Crash

Derrick Thompson was convicted on all federal charges in connection to a 2023 crash that killed five women in Minneapolis

Here’s how Minnesota makes its polling places more accessible

Even during early voting, Minnesota election officials say they want to make the voting process easy, even for those with disabilities.

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