Minnesotans share what they would do if they won the lottery
Some answers came quickly: mostly a new house or vacation. But as more people stopped to talk, a different theme began to emerge. Many said the money was not the point.
After 1 cat dies in house fire, man offers reward to find other
Ed Truskolaski and his former spouse said they have been searching the neighborhood daily, putting up flyers and signs with a reward and setting out makeshift shelters and carriers with food, straw and water.
Minneapolis College teams up with Toys for Tots to provide gifts for student parents
For many student parents at Minneapolis College, the holiday season arrives during one of the busiest and most stressful times of the year.
Como Zoo celebrates 2 polar bear birthdays on same day
The snowy weather was perfect for not one, but two polar bear birthdays Tuesday at Como Zoo in St. Paul, Minnesota.
South Minneapolis artist uses craft to support community initiatives
Sean Lim of south Minneapolis is part of an art collective that creates posters, banners and placards for local movements and community groups.
Vikings ticket prices plunge after Seahawks blowout
When we do winter weather stories, there's always that one line people use: cold, snow, ice — it's just what happens here. And this week, Ticket King president Michael Nowakowski said that same idea kind of applies to Minnesota Vikings ticket prices.
Minnesota Wild host historic game broadcasted in Ojibwe
Friday night's Minnesota Wild game against the Colorado Avalanche sounded different from the opening face off, with the entire broadcast called in Ojibwe as part of Native American Heritage Day.
Police pitch in after teens steal Grinch inflatable from family
A Minnesota family whose inflatable Grinch was swiped from their front yard is ending the week with a bigger, brighter Grinch and a new story to tell about their local police.
MOA opens World Junior hockey pop-up ahead of championships
The International Ice Hockey Federation's World Junior Championships are coming to Minnesota, and a new pop-up at Mall of America is giving hockey fans a head start.
Tug of war event moving to Wisconsin after permit denied by MnDOT
The tug of war that puts Vikings and Packers fans on opposite ends of a rope is moving across the St. Croix River after Minnesota transportation officials rejected a request to use the Stillwater Lift Bridge again.
Elementary school students host Election Day bake sale
Voters at Marcy Arts Elementary School in Minneapolis found more than ballot boxes on Election Day — they also found cookies, cocoa and a crowd of parent volunteers raising money for classrooms and school programs.
Bloomington Ice Garden reopens after $37 million renovation
The Bloomington Ice Garden in Bloomington, Minnesota, has reopened after roughly 200 days of construction, unveiling a $37 million renovation that city leaders say modernizes the arena while preserving its history.
Lakeville family turns driveway into free food pantry
A Lakeville family has turned their driveway into a small, free food pantry. It's a place where anyone can stop by and grab fresh produce and staples with no questions asked.
Anoka official says shutdown of Northstar Line will hurt residents, growth
The Northstar Commuter Rail line between Minneapolis and Big Lake, Minnesota, is set to end service in early 2026, a decision that's drawing sharp criticism from city leaders in Anoka.
Minnesota couple searching for stolen wedding memento
Wilbury said someone pulled a white car behind theirs, broke the driver's-side lock, removed the panel by the ignition and started the vehicle with a USB cable.