Minnesotans could see the northern lights Thursday
Some Minnesotans caught a glimpse of the northern lights Wednesday, and despite some cloud cover, there could be a chance to see them again Thursday night.
Longtime state Sen. Sandy Pappas to retire after 2026 legislative session
After 42 years in the Minnesota Legislature, Sen. Sandy Pappas says she will retire after next year's session.
Progressives hold on to majority at Minneapolis City Council
A Minneapolis City Council that has in recent years sparred with incumbent Mayor Jacob Frey was able to maintain its progressive majority Tuesday night, despite a loss in the western part of the city.
Brooklyn Park police say officer who fired weapon after encountering Vance Boelter cleared
Brooklyn Park police say the officer who fired his weapon when he encountered Vance Boelter at state Rep. Melissa Hortman's home did so in accordance with department policy.
Minn. state Rep. Kaohly Her projected to win St. Paul mayoral race
Minnesota state Rep. Kaohly Her is projected to win the St. Paul mayoral election, unseating two-term incumbent Melvin Carter.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey projected to win reelection
Incumbent Jacob Frey is projected to win the Minneapolis mayoral election, where he'll serve his third term as the leader of the state's largest city.
Minneapolis educators file intent to strike
The Minneapolis Federation of Educators earlier this week voted to authorize a strike after nearly seven months of talks with the district.
Former Dakota County missile site up for sale
A piece of Cold War history is up for sale in Dakota County, Minnesota.
U of M to stop hosting high school graduation ceremonies
Twin Cities high schools are scrambling to find new graduation venues after the University of Minnesota announced earlier this week that it will no longer host high school commencements.
"Blue Ribbon Baker" Marjorie Johnson dies at 106
"Marjorie wasn't just Robbinsdale's 'Blue Ribbon Baker' — she was a beloved neighbor, a source of inspiration, and a shining example of the joy and generosity that define our community since 1968," said Robbinsdale Mayor Brad Sutton.
11 arrested after protesting at Minneapolis mayor's office
Several people protesting at Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey's office Tuesday night have been released after they were arrested for trespassing.
Walz orders third party to audit Medicaid billing at Minnesota DHS
Gov. Tim Walz on Wednesday said that a third party will audit billing for 14 Medicaid services that are deemed to be "high risk" for fraud in Minnesota.
Minneapolis mayoral candidates debate one week from election
One week from election day, the top four candidates for Minneapolis mayor went head-to-head in a debate hosted by WCCO's Frank Vascellaro.
Otter Tail County settles lawsuit with inmate deprived of food, water
Otter Tail County will pay a former inmate who was deprived of food, water and medical care $200,000 and will change several policies as part of a settlement agreement.
Osseo schools to pay $61K settlement after ex-assistant principal sexually harassed student
Osse Area Schools will pay a student a $61,500 settlement after a Minnesota Department of Human Rights investigation found that the district failed to stop a former assistant principal from sexually harassing her.