New Ranking Of Minnesota's Public High Schools Released By U.S. News

U.S. News evaluated about 27,000 eligible public high schools nationwide and ranked nearly 18,000 of them.

Twin Cities PBS Is Changing Its Name: Here's Why

The public broadcaster is making changes after a nearby station's federal funding was put at risk.

Minnesota Takes Texas To Court Over Stalled Extradition Of ICE Agent Christian Castro

The federal agent allegedly shot into an occupied Minneapolis home and hit a resident during an immigration operation.

Walz: 'The Fight Is Over' As He Moves To Block Mining Near Boundary Waters

The governor says he's using his full executive authority after a recent move in Congress opened the door to development.

Feds Tracked Bank Records, License Plates Of Minnesotans: Report

None of the unions, nonprofits, or individuals investigated have been charged with any crime, newly released federal documents show.

What Happens To Klobuchar's Senate Seat If She Becomes Governor?

Sen. Amy Klobuchar won the DFL primary for governor. Here's how her Senate seat would be filled, and who could get the appointment.

Winners And Losers From Minnesota's 2026 Primary Election

One GOP frontrunner had the president's endorsement. It wasn't enough. Here's who came out ahead Tuesday night and who's headed home.

Peggy Flanagan Projected To Win Minnesota DFL Senate Primary Over Angie Craig

Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan is projected to defeat U.S. Rep. Angie Craig in a bruising proxy fight over the party's direction.

Lisa Demuth Becomes First Black Woman To Win Minnesota Governor Primary, Will Face Klobuchar In November

Lisa Demuth defeated Mike Lindell and Kendall Qualls to become the first Black major-party nominee for Minnesota governor.

Michele Tafoya Projected To Win Minnesota Republican Senate Primary

Michele Tafoya is expected to defeat Adam Schwarze and Royce White to secure the GOP nomination for Minnesota's open U.S. Senate seat.

Minnesota's 2026 Primary Is Today: What You Need To Know To Vote

Polls close at 8 p.m. Tuesday. Here's what's on the ballot and how to cast your vote before time runs out.

St. Paul Police Shoot Suspect Outside Regions Hospital After Domestic Assault Call

Officers located an armed suspect who had fled a domestic assault scene. The BCA is now investigating.

Minnesota Ranks Among Best States To Live In, But A Neighbor Ranks Even Higher

WalletHub ranked Minnesota No. 8 out of 50 states for quality of life, while neighboring Wisconsin came in at No. 3.

Why Did The State Just Sue Two Gangs To Keep Them Away From The Minnesota State Fair?

Ramsey County and state prosecutors want a judge to bar members of the Ville and Muddy gangs from gathering at this year's fair.

These MN Companies Had Mass Layoffs In July: List

Minnesota employers filed WARN notices in July 2026 reporting layoffs and plant closures from St. Paul to Rochester.

26-Year-Old Woman Struck, Killed On I-94 In Saint Paul Overnight

A woman was hit by a vehicle in the westbound lanes near West 7th Street just after midnight Thursday, the State Patrol said.

What's On Your Ballot For The Aug. 11 Primary In Ramsey County

A sample ballot for Ramsey County shows crowded U.S. Senate and governor fields ahead of the Aug. 11 state primary.

UCare To Lay Off 102 Employees At Minneapolis Facility

Layoffs begin Oct. 2 as the nonprofit health insurer winds down under court-ordered rehabilitation.

117-Year-Old St. Paul Candy Maker Pearson's To Close, Cut 80 Jobs

The maker of the Nut Goodie and Salted Nut Roll is shutting down its West 7th Street plant Sept. 28.

Judge Denies X.AI Bid To Block Minnesota's AI Nudification Ban

The court sided with Attorney General Keith Ellison, letting Minnesota's first-in-the-nation AI nudification ban take effect Aug. 1.

White Bear Lake Ice Cream Shop Named Best In The Nation

The White Bear Lake shop beat 63 other shops nationwide in The64's fan-voted ice cream tournament.

St. Paul Mayor Sexually Harassed City Employees, Police Chief Says

The chief himself was a target of Mayor Khaoly Her, according to a letter from his attorney.

Pelican Rapids Man Pleads Guilty In Feeding Our Future Fraud Scheme

Abdirashid Bixi Dool, 36, is the 68th defendant convicted in the more than $330,000 fraud scheme.

These Schools Were Selected For Minnesota Kindergarten Assessment Pilot

Seventy schools across 45 Minnesota districts and charter schools will test the new assessment this fall.

988 Minnesota Lifeline Calls Surge 4 Years After Launch

State officials say contacts have tripled since 2022 as awareness campaigns expand mental health support access statewide.

Three Adults Dead In Shooting At Highland Park Apartment Complex

Police say a person of interest is in custody after three people were found dead in a leasing office Sunday afternoon.

These New Minnesota Laws Take Effect Aug. 1

From a nudification technology ban to a felony grooming law, dozens of new Minnesota statutes kick in Thursday.

West St. Paul Man Sentenced To 30 Months For Role In $3 Million Tax Fraud Scheme

Henry Herod must also pay $1.18 million in restitution after admitting to filing dozens of fraudulent COVID-era tax refund claims.

Minnesota Math Scores Trail Only Massachusetts And Utah, New Report Finds

Despite that strength, WalletHub still ranks Minnesota's overall school system 23rd, weighed down by a No. 32 safety score.

Saint Paul Homeowners Pay Highest Property Tax Rate In Minnesota: See List

A new state report shows Saint Paul homeowners pay a bigger share of their home's value in taxes than anywhere else in Minnesota.

The MyPillow Guy Will Bring MN Back From 'Embarrassment,' Trump Says

President Donald Trump endorsed MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell as the Republican choice for governor Wednesday.

Feds Release Evidence In Metro Surge Killings After 6-Month Delay, State Says

The BCA has taken custody of previously withheld evidence, including Renee Good's car, and shared its files with the U.S. Attorney's Office.

Klobuchar Remembers Sen. Lindsey Graham As Longtime Friend, 'Loyal' Ally On Afghan Refugee Aid

Sen. Amy Klobuchar recalled Graham's loyalty to friends and causes, and their work together on Afghan refugee aid.

These Are Minnesota's 25 Highest-Paid State Employees

The state's highest-paid employees are not politicians or agency heads, according to public payroll data.

Trump's Repost Of St. Paul Kindergartners In Hijabs Draws Backlash

Gov. Walz and Muslim advocacy groups condemn the president's Truth Social share of a Gateway STEM Academy graduation clip.

St. Paul Schools' Federal Funding Drops As Pandemic Aid Expires

Federal aid made up nearly a quarter of the district's budget in recent years. Now it's down to about 5 , as pandemic relief dollars end.

Minnesota Paid Leave Program Supports 75,000 Residents In First Six Months: DEED

DEED says nearly $600 million has been paid to workers taking bonding, medical, or caregiving leave since the program launched.

More Kids Are Drowning, Pediatricians Warn: What To Know In MN

Doctors and others are sounding an alarm Minnesota parents should take to heart: More U.S. children have been drowning in recent years.

Walz Pardons Convicted Child Sex Offender Facing Deportation: NYT

The Ramsey County Attorney's Office, which prosecuted the case, opposed the pardon.

Woman, Boy Found Dead In West Side Saint Paul Apartment

Homicide investigators are working to determine the circumstances surrounding the deaths, police say.