Beargrease Sled Dog Marathon Canceled Due To Lack Of Snow

The race was originally planned for later this month on Jan. 28, but the 40th running of the race will now commence on Jan. 26, 2025.

Brianna Johnson Charged By Warrant In Pine County School Bus Incident

Authorities have identified and charged a motorist they believe nearly hit students exiting a school bus in Pine County last month.

Charity Ice Dive Held In Excelsior — Just Without Ice

Some Minnesotans spent their New Year's Day diving into a cold, but iceless, Lake Minnetonka.

Gopher Volleyball's Taylor Landfair Transfers To Nebraska

Landfair said she was leaving the University of Minnesota shortly after a middling season that ended with a loss to Creighton.

Minnesota's New "Red Flag" Law Goes Into Effect

If a Minnesotan poses a significant threat, a judge can now temporarily stop them from having a gun.

These Are The Most Common New Year's Resolutions For 2024, According To A Survey

When a new year rolls in, it can inspire change. A Forbes study found more than one-third of Americans make New Year's Resolutions.

Sheriff: Man Shoots Father In Arm In Eagle Lake

The 59-year-old father was hospitalized with life-threatening injuries, according to the sheriff's office.

Only 39 Percent Of MN Students Proficient In Science: State Testing

The troubling test results come from the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments and Minnesota Test of Academic Skills.

Neighbors Say Lack Of Light, Copper Thefts Likely Led To Death Of St. Paul Man

Neighbors in St. Paul said a fatal crash that took the lives of a man and his dog could have been prevented.

New Statistics Show That Crime Is Going Down In Minneapolis

According to the city's crime dashboard, there are 9% fewer homicides, gun violence is down 24% and carjackings are nearly cut in half.

Celebrity Author James Patterson Gifts $500 Prizes To 18 Independent Bookstores Across Minnesota

James Patterson has given $500 prizes to 18 independent bookstores and employees across the state.

St. Paul Carjacking Suspect Arrested In Wisconsin Following Chase

Authorities say a state patrol inspector performed a PIT maneuver on the vehicle near milepost 59 on I-94 eastbound.

University Of Minnesota Researchers Hope To Limit Heart Issues Related To Breast Cancer Treatment Using AI

Researchers at U of M are trying to limit heart issues that can be a side effect of treating breast cancer with a little help from AI.

Therapy Donkey Visits Minnetonka Senior Living Center: "It's Just Amazing"

"Tiptoe is 2 years old so he's a little toddler. We still call him a baby," said Tabeah Brockman, Tiptoe's Handler.

Looking Back At Headlines That Captivated MN In 2023

The "Idaho Stop," "Poop Rain," ​English men caught posing as local contractors, and more headlines caught Minnesota Patch readers in 2023.

Crow Wing County Board Set To Oppose New MN Flag, Seal

On Tuesday, the Crow Wing County Board​ is expected to pass a resolution that criticizes the state's decision to redesign its symbols.

MN Couple Convicted Of Sexually Assaulting Infant Goddaughter

The man and woman from northern Minnesota abused their infant goddaughter and used her for child porn, authorities said.

Packers CB Jaire Alexander Suspended For Vikings Matchup After Coin Toss Incident

The decision stems from but wasn't limited to, Alexander appointing himself a captain for the Packers' 33-30 Christmas Eve win at Carolina.

Minneapolis Park Police Seize "Extraordinary" Quantity Of Fentanyl In Park Bust

Minneapolis Park Police on Thursday will discuss charges filed after the recovery of over 1,700 pills containing fentanyl.

VIDEO: Truck Driver Nearly Hits Students Exiting School Bus In Pine County

Authorities in Pine County are asking for the public's help in locating a driver who nearly hit students leaving a school bus last week.

MN Minimum Wage Workers To Get Pay Raise Jan. 1

The state minimum wage, plus the city minimums in Minneapolis and St. Paul, are all going up on Jan. 1.

MN Woman Sues Dentist Who Treated 28 Teeth At Once: Report

Kathleen Wilson said she has suffered emotional trauma and needed extensive additional dental intervention to re-stabilize her teeth.

MN Democrats Condemn 'Unhinged' State Flag Conspiracy Theory

The head of the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party is speaking out against a viral right-wing conspiracy theory.

An Inside Look At MSP Airport's Lost And Found Office

There are jackets, laptops, iPads, phones, headphones, jewelry, clothing and much more waiting to be claimed.

Vikings Stadium Gets Approval For New Turf That League Deems Less Of An Injury Risk

The slit film turf that was installed in 2019 will be torn up early next year and replaced by a monofilament surface.

Kirill Kaprizov Scores With 4.9 Seconds Left In OT As Wild Beat Canadiens 4-3

Kaprizov took a pass from Marcus Johansson and beat Canadiens goalie Sam Montembeault to help the Wild avoid a shootout.

Glen Taylor To Donate $172 Million In Parcels Of Farmland To Southern Minnesota Communities

Minnesota's richest man is starting to think about his legacy and what he will leave behind.

New COVID Variant Makes A Holiday Appearance: What To Know In MN

A new COVID-19 subvariant, JN.1, is responsible for an increasing share of coronavirus hospitalizations in Minnesota.

MN May Owe You Money, Here's How To Find Out

Minnesota's "unclaimed property division" says it has returned over $729​​ million that was previously unclaimed.

MN Family Turns Deer Stand Into Lefse Drive-Thru

Customers hungry for lefse will have to act fast, as this Saturday’s drive-thru hours are the last of the season.

Minneapolis Community On Edge After Shots Fired Near Santa's Visit At Day Care

"I am extremely concerned about this," said Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara.

TikToker Josh Liljenquist's Visit To Minneapolis' Lotus To Feed Homeless Community Goes Viral

He's a 25-year-old Minnesotan making it his mission to take a bite out of hunger and help small businesses.

MN Farmer Gets Prison Time After Selling Conventional Grain As Organic

The scheme netted over $19.6 million, authorities said.

Family Seeks Answers In Hit-And-Run That Left 76-Year-Old Seriously Hurt

A woman is asking for answers after her 76-year-old mother was struck by a hit-and-run driver in Shoreview.

Salvation Army Kicks Off "Toy Shop" Christmas Gift Distribution Center Servicing Twin Cities

The Salvation Army Twin Cities kicked off its annual "Toy Shop" Christmas gift distribution Tuesday morning in Minneapolis.

Nonprofit Helps Carver Family Reeling From Unimaginable Loss Have "Best Christmas Ever"

We first introduced you to the Block family back in June. Mother and wife Lindsay was fighting an aggressive form of breast cancer.

Despite Drop In Charitable Giving, Salvation Army Soldiering On To Help Minnesotans In Need

Demand for Salvation Army services has remained high due to the impact of rising prices and unemployment.

New Law Opens Door For Churches To Build Tiny Homes For People Experiencing Homelessness

They're called "Sacred Settlements" and a new law lets Minnesota churches put them on their property.

Minnesota Firefighter Returns Home After Double Lung Transplant: "There's Just No Words"

Walt Lindahl and his wife Amy have spent the past eight months in Rochester as Walt dealt with severe lung disease.

Crosby Moves Into 13th On NHL's All-Time Scoring List As Penguins Overcome Rally To Edge Wild 4-3

The goals are finally starting to come. The wins, too.