Melissa Etheridge and Indigo Girls: The 2025 Minnesota State Fair Grandstand lineup
Here’s the official lineup for Grandstand shows at the fair, which runs from Aug. 21 through Sept. 1, 2025. We’ll update this list as we know more.
Monitoring significant snowfall potential in Minnesota next week
Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard has a look ahead to a VERY mild weekend, where temps could reach into the 40's across much of Minnesota. Plus, a couple storms systems early next week could drop significant snow across portions of the state.
Minnesota State Fair announces first Grandstand show for 2025 season
The Minnesota State Fair season is closer than you think, as it has announced its first Grandstand show of the 2025 season.
Minnesota family's Florida vacation turns tragic
One mother’s trip to celebrate her daughter’s birthday turned tragic last year after she was struck by lightning and badly hurt while they were at the beach – putting her in a Florida hospital ever since.
Podcast: Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota and big Wolves games at Golden State
Star Tribune Vikings writer Ben Goessling joins Rand from Atlanta, where he is reporting a story on the return of Kirk Cousins on Sunday. Plus Star Tribune Timberwolves writer Chris Hine joins Rand from California,
Minnesota State Fair announces ’90s pair for its first grandstand concert for 2025
Melissa Etheridge and the Indigo Girls are pairing up on the Yes We Are Tour, due at the fair on Aug. 24.
Dreaming of a white Christmas in Minnesota? Maps show historical probability of snowfall in your area
States across the northern United States have a high chance for a white Christmas this year, according to weather experts.
Health advocates say private insurance companies in Minnesota are discriminating against HIV patients
According to the ACA, health insurance companies cannot discriminate based on a person’s health. Schmid says that he and other advocates in Minnesota want federal enforcement and is asking the state’s deputy commissioner of insurance to hold the companies accountable. “If there’s no enforcement then the insurers will get away with what they can.”
Minnesota budget projections show looming $5 billion deficit
State politicians and leaders met at the Minnesota Department of Revenue building on Wednesday afternoon to discuss the ramifications of the forecast
Minnesota’s budget outlook: Smaller surplus, deficits down the road, as much as $5 billion
Photo by Michelle Griffith/Minnesota Reformer. With a multi-billion dollar deficit looming in a few years, the divided state Legislature must decide next session whether to address the imbalance immediately, or delay potential budget cuts or tax increases ...
Minnesota Frost spoil Fleet’s home opener on same ice it clinched PWHL’s inaugural Walter Cup
Hilary Knight’s goal and Aerin Frankel’s 24 saves weren’t enough, as the Fleet fell to 0-2 on the season with a 2-1 loss to Minnesota.
Pro Picks: Falcons will upset the Vikings in Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota
Six division matchups and Kirk Cousins' return to Minnesota highlight a lighter Week 14 schedule. Six teams aren’t playing as the NFL wraps up its final week of byes before going to a full slate over the last four weeks.
Falcons hope Kirk Cousins’ return to Minnesota has a happy ending
Cousins is a sucker for a comeback story. Can he snap out of his slump against a stout Vikings defense ideally suited to stop him?
The winners of the 2024 Minnesota Star Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest
Minnesota Star Tribune Holiday Cookie Contest Winners: clockwise, from top: Holiday Time S'mores, Malt-O-Mazing Holiday Cookies, Kaju (Cashew) Cookies, Elf Thumbprints (the winner) and Raspberry Ribbon Cookies.
Ramstad: Budget, political constraints signal big fight ahead in Minnesota
Who’s got the power? It’s one thing to have it when there’s lots of money around and a much different thing when money is constrained.
Search underway for missing man in Cannon Falls, Minnesota
CANNON FALLS, Minn. (WKBT) -- A search is underway for a man who went missing in the woods Monday. According to the Cannon Falls Police Department, officers responded to reports of a missing 60-year-old man at the 300 block of Larkspur Lane just after 8:00 p.m.
LeBron James’ shooting slump exposed in Lakers blowout loss against Minnesota
LeBron James missed all four of his 3-point attempts for the Lakers in a 109-80 loss at Minnesota on Monday night, stretching his skid to 0 for 19 from deep over the last four games.
Federal Reserve report identifies challenges for developers and renters alike in Greater Minnesota
While operating costs have risen for builders and developers outside the Twin Cities, so have rents for apartment dwellers.
Brooks: How a Dakota nonprofit is working to reconnect Minneapolis to its lost history
Beyond the Thanksgiving stereotypes, Owámniyomni Okhódayapi works to restore the history and habitat we erased along the Mississippi River.
Minnesota Republican files lawsuit over House race results, opening door for special election
Two Republican lawmakers are pursuing legal challenges to election results as the Minnesota House sits at a tie
New Wild defenseman David Jiricek only knows 2 things about Minnesota
Jiricek, picked sixth overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets in 2022, was traded to the Wild last week for future picks and defense prospect Daemon Hunt. The 21-year-old met with Minnesota reporters for the first time on Tuesday and he admitted that Minnesota being cold is one of two things he knows about the Land of 10,000 Lakes.
USS Minnesota: A (Sometimes) Floating Deterrent
The USS Minnesota is a force to be reckoned with. She currently patrols the waters of the South China Sea, a potential flashpoint for large-scale conflict.
Minnesota Attorney General criticizes RFK Jr.
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison has spoken out against president-elect Donald Trump's pick to lead the Department of Health and Human Services.
A year after son’s death in Mankato, family blames DNR for negligence
Jack Loso, a student at Minnesota State Mankato, was just 19 when he died at Minneopa State Park. His family wants justice.
Minnesota faces Michigan State following Garcia’s 23-point showing
Minnesota plays the Michigan State Spartans after Dawson Garcia scored 23 points in Minnesota's 79-62 victory against the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats.
Minnesota on pace to set record for most deaths from ATV crashes
Minnesota is on pace for a record number of deaths related to deadly all-terrain vehicle crashes this year.
Minnesota Upholds Democratic Tradition in 2024 Election, Diverging from National Republican Victory
Minnesota maintained its Democratic streak in the 2024 presidential election, marking its 13th consecutive Democratic win.
Minnesota Lynx reveal 2025 schedule
After last years shortcomings in the WNBA finals, the Minnesota Lynx will look to reach the same stage, with a clear print in front of them, their 2025 schedule.
MINISO, a mega-popular variety store, opens in Minnesota
According to Crossroads Center, Minnesota's new MINISO is an IP collection store and shoppers can expect to find collaborations with iconic brands such as Sanrio, Disney, Care Bears, Peanuts, Barbie, We Bare Bears, Pixar and more.
New minimum pay kicks in for Minnesota rideshare drivers
Uber and Lyft drivers pushed nearly two years for better wages. An Uber spokeswoman said riders may see a price increases as high as 25%.
Minnesota Indian Resource Center starts affordable housing project in Minneapolis
The $14.1 million project in the city’s Ventura Village neighborhood project will create 24 units for rent intended for people with no housing.
Watch Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves free live stream
The game is scheduled to start at 8 p.m. EST and will be broadcast on NBA TV and FanDuel Sports Network North. Fans looking to watch this NBA game can do so for free by using FuboTV and DirecTV Stream, which both offer a free trial or with SlingTV, which doesn’t offer a free trial but has promotional offers available.
Atlanta Falcons vs Minnesota Vikings picks, predictions, odds: Who wins NFL Week 14 game?
NFL Week 14 odds, picks, predictions, TV channel, streaming information for Sunday football game between the Atlanta Falcons and Minnesota Vikings.
Randy Moss health update: Why Hall of Famer wore sunglasses on ESPN 'Sunday NFL Countdown'
ESPN's "Sunday NFL Countdown" briefly took a more serious turn this week when Randy Moss disclosed an ongoing medical situation to viewers.
Can the Green Bay Packers clinch an NFL playoff spot this week? Here's the outlook
Can the Green Bay Packers lock up a playoff spot this week with a win over the Lions? Here's what to know about tiebreakers and standings.
Teen killed in central Minnesota crash
A 16-year-old boy was killed in a crash in Todd County late Sunday night, according to Minnesota State Patrol.