Minnesota DFL Resurfaces Bill Legalizing Marijuana; Senate GOP Still Reluctant To Pass

“The tide is shifting, and it’s coming in very strong,” said House DFL Majority Leader Ryan Winkler.

Preparing For Re-Election Push, Walz Campaign Announces It’s Hiring Staff, Breaking Fundraising Records

In a statement, the campaign said that the governor has raised just over $1.7 million since he took office.

Can You Solve The Mystery Of The Wedding Dress Mix-Up?

A woman in the north metro is trying to find the dress she wore on her wedding day fourteen years ago.

MDH Commissioner Evaluating Future Of Vaccine Pilot Sites And ‘Lottery’; Clinics, Pharmacies May Take Weight

The vision is for the majority of people to get vaccinated at community pharmacies and clinics.

Central Minnesota Man Arrested After Leading Police On 23-Mile Chase, Frigid Foot Pursuit

The Meeker County Sheriff’s Office says the chase started shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday.

Tigers Recovering From COVID After Outbreak At Minnesota Sanctuary

Caretakers at The Wildcat Sanctuary in Sandstone started paying attention when two tigers showed symptoms earlier this month.

Minnesota Bill Would Allow Lottery Winners To Remain Anonymous

Minnesota currently requires winners come forward.

Minnesota Ranked Among Top 10 Best States To Retire

The new ranking from Wallethub looked at affordability, quality of life and health care.

Nationwide Glove Shortfall Impacts Minnesota Health Care Providers

Manufacturers couldn’t meet nearly 40% of the demand for gloves last year.

Sports Betting Bill To Be Introduced This Week At Minnesota Capitol

Gambling on games is currently legal in almost half of the United States, including Iowa and South Dakota.

Target To Give $500 Bonuses To Frontline Team Members

The company says the bonuses should be paid out by early next month.

Sen. Tina Smith Urges Biden Administration To Ensure Free COVID Vaccine For All

Smith introduced the COVID-19 Treatment Coverage Act, which she says will lead to the guarantee that “no American falls through the cracks.”

Advocates, DFL Lawmakers Press For More Police Reform During 2021 Session

The law now bans chokeholds and “warrior-style” training.

Sen. Klobuchar Says MN Troops Not Among Nat’l Guard Sent To Rest In DC Parking Garage, Calls Incident ‘Appalling’

The decision to send members of the National Guard to rest in a parking garage drew swift condemnation from lawmakers.

Parent Group Files Motion To Block Mask Requirement For Youth Sports

The group says the science used by officials is skewed to make youth sports seem unsafe.

Sen. Klobuchar Delivers Remarks At Inauguration: ‘This Is The Day Our Democracy Picks Itself Up’

Klobuchar gave the welcoming remarks as snowflakes fell in Washington, D.C. just before the swearing in of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris.

Minn. Educators Weigh In On New COVID Vaccine Pilot Program

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz announced Monday that the state is launching nine pilot vaccine sites.

Mayo Clinic’s COVID Treatments Result In Mortality Rate One-Third Of Than National Average

Here's what’s working and why a positive test result now means something much different than just months ago.

Despite Quiet Weekend, Heavy State Capitol Security To Continue Through The Week

Reporters, state troopers, and National Guard members far outnumbered the handful of peaceful protesters who showed up.

Willmar Man Killed By Errant Bullet Identified As David Delfosse

Delfosse suffered a wound to his chest.

Passenger Rescued After UTV Breaks Through Lake Ice In Northern Minnesota

The vehicle’s occupants were described as a 69-year-old man and a 64-year-old woman.

1 Dead, 1 Seriously Hurt After Head-On Crash On Highway 169 In Northern Minnesota

The Minnesota State Patrol says the crash happened shortly after 5 a.m. Sunday near Greenway Township.

850 Minnesota National Guard Troops In DC For Inauguration

The mission coincides with the state’s Air National Guard celebrating its 100th anniversary Sunday.

2020 Ties As 13th Warmest Year On Record In Minnesota

Nine of the top 15 warmest years in Minnesota state history have all occurred in the last 20 years.

Pregnancy During COVID: More Families Changing Fertility Plans Due To Pandemic Anxiety

“The thought of being pregnant with COVID was honestly terrifying,” Jackie Dawson, from Elko, said.

Protesters Lock Down Inside Segment Of Enbridge Line 3 Pipe

The group Giniw Collective released photos showing people inside of a section of pipe near Backus.

Target Announces It Will Close Again For Thanksgiving In 2021 After Positive Response

Target closed its stores for the entire day on Thanksgiving last year to minimize crowds during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Rep. Ilhan Omar Urges Impeachment On House Floor: ‘We, As A Nation, Can No Longer Look Away’

Rep. Omar made the statement as the House is moving forward with an impeachment vote against Trump.

AG Keith Ellison Reaches Settlement With Fraudulent Veterans’ Charity

Ellison’s office says Healing Heroes Network solicited about $56,000 from Minnesotans between 2015 and 2017.

Mayo Clinic Critical Care Nurse Shares Experience Of Caring For COVID Patients Over Holidays

In 10 months, Mayo Clinic’s intensive care unit has cared for hundreds of patients with COVID-19.

Officers Involved In Fatal Robbinsdale Shooting Identified

Both Robbinsdale officers are on administrative leave, which is standard during investigations of police shootings.

Study Suggests More Minnesotans Of Color Died During Pandemic Than Official Numbers Count

In a study published last month in the journal Socius, the researchers examined Minnesota’s excess mortality.

Minnesota Lawmakers Spar Over Capitol Riot In Legislative Forum

During the morning meeting, lawmakers sparred over the deadly Washington D.C. riot and the state’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Meteor Passes Over Minnesota Sky

Peter Schoon shared a video of the meteor as it passed by his cabin in Bigfork.

Central Minnesota Paramedic Dies While Responding To Medical Call

Toby Rowan was on call with Mille Lacs Health System in Onamia on Wednesday evening when he passed away.

Minnesota Trump Supporter Drove To U.S. Capitol To Attend Rally That Turned Violent

Chad Rafdal made the drive from Blooming Prairie to Washington D.C. to be part of the crowd.

Minnesota Restaurants Happily Scramble To Prep For ‘Miracle’ Reopenings

Wednesday’s announcement to reopen restaurants on Monday comes as great relief to business owners in Minnesota.

Teachers Union Urges Walz To Watch Virus Data As Elementary Schools Plan To Reopen

The union’s statement comes a day after Walz announced a relaxing of restrictions that’ll go into effect next week.

‘Let The Gun Go’: Good Samaritan Helps Subdue Man Assaulting Minnesota State Trooper

Matthew Cleve faces fourth-degree assault against a peace officer and disarming a peace officer.

‘This Is Our Shot’: Rep. Ilhan Omar, Following Georgia Runoffs, Calls For Mobilization For Change

Ossoff has pulled ahead in the count, with a number of ballots yet to be counted in heavily Democratic-favored districts.