Minnesota wetlands are expanding, thanks to restoration efforts
Despite recent federal protection reductions, the Department of Natural Resources says wetlands are expanding in Minnesota.
AG Keith Ellison sues Evergreen Acres Dairy, alleging $3M in wage theft, substandard housing conditions
"This is one of the biggest cases we've taken on so far and it should send a message that we will fight wage theft to make sure that every worker in Minnesota takes home every penny that they have earned," Ellison said.
Minnesota explorer Pascale Marceau and partner escape close calls during Canadian Arctic expedition
She and her partner had four polar bear encounters as they pulled all their supplies on sleds and skis across Canada's high Arctic country, her longest exploration to date. But it was one moment that almost ended the entire thing.
Northfield project aimes to tackle twin crisis of climate change and affordable housing
Hillcrest Village is a mix of affordable, subsidized and free emergency housing. It's designed to be not only affordable but fully electric, with a "Net Zero Energy" distinction. They say they're the first in the nation to pull it off for this type of housing.
St. Louis Park's iconic Galaxy Drive-In tapped for a big makeover this year
The Galaxy will soon become Well's Roadside, which will keep some drive-in spots but also add year-round dining on an all-season, pet-friendly pergola patio.
72-year-old dives into improv at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre
We've all heard the expression "use it or lose it," and Steve Buechler, he takes that to heart. The 72-year-old recently enrolled in a beginner improv class at the Chanhassen Dinner Theatre.
Amid drop in volunteers, Twin Cities care community calls for help
WCCO visited Mount Olivet Careview Home, a long-term care community, to see how it's navigating those challenges while offering a helping hand.
Commission to meet Tuesday to finalize new Minnesota state flag
Anita Gual says she thinks there are a dozen or so modified versions of the winning design to consider, and there's symbolism tied to every small edit.
More than 1 in 10 prison inmates have applied to Minnesota's new Conviction Review Unit
Marvin Haynes, 36, was serving a life sentence for a 2004 murder. His conviction was overturned, but he spent nearly two decades in a Minnesota prison for a crime he did not commit.
New Myplas facility in Rogers tackling plastic waste and creating green jobs
We use 12-15 billion pounds of flexible packaging every year in the U.S., but only 5% of it gets recycled. Myplas is trying to change that
Lake Superior, known for icy waters, one of the fastest warming lakes in the world
Lake Superior is the largest freshwater lake in the world — a sea known for its pristine cold water. But in a warming world, that's changing.
A look inside the United States' first-ever certified "Blue Zone" located in Minnesota
Living to 100 may seem like a major feat, but there are communities around the world where it's common — they're called "Blue Zones."
When will MSP get renewable aviation fuel, which could cut emissions by 80% or more?
Sustainable aviation fuel is a combination of cooking oil, non-food crops, solid waste and industrial waste gasses from processes like steel making. The beauty is it can be used in existing planes and we can transport it through existing pipelines.
Natalie Hudson sworn in as Minnesota Supreme Court's first chief justice of color
Minnesota made history Monday as the newest chief justice of the state Supreme Court was sworn in.
Champion skier Jessie Diggins gets candid on off-season struggles
Jessie Diggins ended last season as a world champion in the 10K, the first American to win an individual gold at that event. But now, an unexpected off-season relapse is her latest hurdle.