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Tuesday, November 4th — It’s Election Day in Minnesota, with voters deciding key mayoral, city council, and school board races across the state. Ramsey County announces $450,000 in emergency food funding as the federal shutdown continues to impact SNAP benefits. Hundreds of Allina Health doctors and clinicians prepare to strike after contract talks end without a deal. And the Minnesota Twins intro...

Monday, November 3rd — On the eve of Election Day, we’re breaking down the biggest races and ballot questions across Minnesota with political reporter Esme Murphy. The Minneapolis mayoral race between frontrunners Jacob Frey and Omar Fateh heats up as all 13 city council seats are also on the ballot. In St. Paul, Mayor Melvin Carter faces a strong challenge from State Representative Kaohly Her. Tw...

Friday, October 31st — Two men are dead after an early morning shooting in St. Paul that police say appears to be domestic in nature. The federal shutdown hits day 31, putting more than 440,000 Minnesotans at risk of losing access to food assistance. Democratic leaders, including Minnesota Rep. Dr. Kelly Morrison, accuse Republicans of driving up health care costs ahead of open enrollment. And Min...

Thursday, October 30th — A worker is shot and killed in South Minneapolis after confronting a suspected thief outside his job. A longtime Minnesota business, Minnesota Rusco, suddenly shuts down after 70 years, leaving employees and customers searching for answers. Residents of manufactured home parks rally at the Capitol for a “bill of rights” to combat skyrocketing rents and unsafe conditions. A...

Wednesday, October 29th — The Ramsey County Sheriff’s Office asks for help finding a man accused of sexually assaulting a woman in Vadnais Heights. Minneapolis mayoral candidates face off in a live debate moderated by WCCO’s Frank Vascellaro. One hot button issue involved their plans to revitalize downtown. St. Paul voters prepare to weigh in on two key ballot questions, one on civil fines and ano...

Tuesday, October 28th — Minneapolis educators move one step closer to the picket line as union members overwhelmingly vote to authorize a strike. Target announces major layoffs affecting more than 800 corporate employees across the Twin Cities. A new “Housing for Heroes” home opens in St. Paul to help veterans find stability and a fresh start. And the race for Minneapolis mayor heats up ahead of t...

Monday, October 27th — A St. Paul man is arrested after allegedly posting a “murder-for-hire” threat targeting U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi on TikTok. The federal shutdown hits Day 27, prompting Governor Tim Walz to announce $4 million in emergency food funding as thousands of Minnesotans risk losing SNAP benefits. Hundreds are displaced after a weekend fire at the Skyline Tower apartments in S...

Friday, October 24th — Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem visits Minneapolis to discuss immigration enforcement, drawing protests and a call for mass demonstrations at the Capitol this weekend. A Minneapolis business owner at the center of the city’s homeless encampment debate opens a new hygiene center on East Lake Street. “Bows of Love” organizers ask volunteers to help collect ribbons befo...

Thursday, October 23rd — The last hospitalized Annunciation shooting victim is finally home from the hospital. Hear about her upcoming birthday celebration. Then, dozens of current and former NBA players and coaches, including former Timberwolf Chauncey Billups, are charged in two massive gambling and racketeering cases tied to organized crime. Plus, the Vikings take on the Chargers tonight on Thu...

Wednesday, October 22nd — The Minnesota Supreme Court rules that USA Powerlifting violated the state’s Human Rights Act when it barred a transgender woman from competing in the women’s division. Minneapolis teachers prepare to vote on whether to strike after contract negotiations stall again. And four years after Bemidji teen Nevaeh Kingbird went missing, police renew the search with a new $10,000...

Tuesday, October 21st — New details emerge from the night Senator John Hoffman and his wife were shot in their Champlin home, including a chilling 911 transcript from their daughter describing a gunman disguised as police. Minneapolis teachers prepare for a possible strike as mediation continues, and Attorney General Keith Ellison announces his bid for re-election. Plus, the ongoing federal govern...

Monday, October 20th — Boston Scientific celebrates a major milestone in Maple Grove with the grand opening of its new facility, a move that signals growth for Minnesota’s medical technology industry. Plus, Minneapolis mayoral candidates take the stage in a key forum less than three weeks from Election Day. The federal government shutdown hits day 20, with TSA agents feeling the strain. And the Ti...

Friday, October 17th — Organizers are preparing for the “No Kings” protest at The Commons near U.S. Bank Stadium,  one of more than a thousand rallies planned nationwide this weekend. A Minneapolis man tracks down his stolen car using an Apple AirTag, and police find the suspect asleep inside. A student survivor of the Annunciation Church shooting shares her inspiring recovery story after returnin...

Thursday, October 16th — A southern Minnesota woman faces sentencing for a crash that killed two Amish children, an alleged black-market Botox spa in Prior Lake is under investigation for using unauthorized drugs and operating without medical oversight. Minneapolis police are tracking down suspects after more than 120 cars were damaged in just one week. And Hennepin EMS welcomes a new four-legged...

Wednesday, October 15th — A violent overnight crash in northeast Minneapolis leaves two people hurt after their cars slam into a train. KMOJ Radio, the “Voice of the Black Community," is being forced to move ahead of light rail construction, launching a campaign to fund a new home. Lawmakers debate rising health insurance costs as premiums spike across Minnesota, and travelers pack MSP Airport for...

Tuesday, October 14th – Mayors from across Minnesota unite at the Capitol, urging lawmakers to give cities more power over gun safety. In Wisconsin, the Hudson School Board votes to close two elementary schools despite emotional pleas from the community. A former Saint Paul Police employee is arrested after a massive drug bust involving meth, fentanyl, and firearms. And in southern Minnesota, a $2...

Monday, October 13th — Faulty DWI tests may have led to inaccurate convictions across Minnesota, prompting an immediate statewide inspection of all testing instruments. A Douglas County couple survives a carbon monoxide scare as fire officials launch a new campaign to prevent similar tragedies. Sioux descendants file a historic lawsuit against the United States, on Indigenous Peoples Day, seeking...

Friday, October 10th — Three new measles cases are confirmed in Dakota County, bringing Minnesota’s total to 20. Health officials say the outbreak is tied to unvaccinated individuals, and we hear from the state’s director of infectious disease. Then, a woman is brutally attacked at a St. Paul train platform — with witnesses nearby — and now the male suspect is linked to another violent assault. Pl...

Thursday, October 9th – Firefighters are battling a wildfire near Crosby Manitou State Park in Minnesota’s Northland that has now grown to 50 acres. At the same time, new AI technology is being tested to help detect wildfires sooner. A standoff in Royalton forces a nearby elementary school into lockdown after a man with multiple warrants climbs onto his roof and refuses to come down for hours. Ano...

Wednesday, October 8th – A 21-year-old man is dead and three others are hurt after a shooting inside a downtown Minneapolis bar just steps from City Hall. Vandals target Temple Israel with antisemitic graffiti overnight, prompting a strong response from city leaders. Faith leaders across Minnesota gather at the State Capitol, launching “Seven Days of Prayer and Action” while calling for an assault...

Tuesday, October 7th – A Minneapolis man accused of setting a deadly duplex fire appears in court, charged with second-degree murder. In St. Paul, prosecutors say a bar bouncer’s punch killed a man outside Blues Saloon; he now faces manslaughter charges. Minnesota leaders gather at the North Star Summit to talk about AI, politics, and the economy. And the Minnesota Wild give fans a first taste of...

Monday, October 6th – Minneapolis mayoral candidates square off in another debate, with public safety and affordable housing front and center. In St. Paul, voters get their own forum tonight as Mayor Melvin Carter faces four challengers. Meanwhile, Governor Walz and legislative leaders remain locked in a stalemate over calling a special session in response to the Annunciation shooting. In Sartell,...

Friday, October 3rd. New charges are filed in a heartbreaking case out of Roseville, where a toddler fell from an apartment balcony last year. Now, the child’s parents are facing manslaughter charges. We have the latest details. Then, a Minnesota firefighter is being honored after losing her life on the frontlines in Idaho — we share where you can pay your respects. Plus, a disruptive passenger fo...

Wednesday, October 1st – A federal government shutdown takes effect as lawmakers remain gridlocked, leaving thousands of Minnesotans bracing for the impact. A Minneapolis bridge is renamed to honor the late Senate Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic, remembered for her leadership and legacy. Parents in White Bear Lake are demanding accountability after a 21-year-old man posed as a high school student an...

Tuesday, September 30th – A deadly crash in Anoka County leaves one person dead after a school bus and truck collide. With just hours until a midnight deadline, Congress remains at a stalemate over government funding as the threat of a shutdown looms. The Department of Justice files a lawsuit against Minnesota, Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Hennepin County over so-called “sanctuary city” policies. An...