Seniors urge Met Council to scrap Bronze Line bridge near their home
Buses would pass within 50 to 60 feet of the Realife Cooperative on Johnson Parkway 240 times a day.
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D23 announcements: Villains Land, Piston Peak, Tropical Americas, Monstropolis
The latest D23 news and updates on Villains Land, Piston Peak National Park, Tropical Americas, and more coming to Walt Disney World's theme parks.
These three Vikings rookies used their summer to get a head start on training camp
Jake Golday, Domonique Orange and Caleb Tiernan stayed in Minnesota during the NFL’s quietest stretch. Here’s what they learned from their veteran teammates....
Cass County Sheriff warns residents after bears enter homes, roam campground
The Cass County Sheriff has issued a warning as officials say bears have been getting a little too comfortable around people in the county with incidents of the bears entering homes and going into tents seeking food....
With Nia Coffey providing a spark, Lynx defeat reigning WNBA champs yet again
Coffey scored 12 points off the bench to help her team beat the Las Vegas Aces 92-87 at Michelob Ultra Arena on Saturday.
Good Samaritan shot during struggle in TJ Maxx parking lot in Alameda
A good Samaritan ended up in the hospital Saturday after being shot outside a TJ Maxx store in Alameda while trying to help someone who was involved in a struggle with the suspect....
Gophers QB Drake Lindsey looks the part as P.J. Fleck’s team takes shape in training camp
The second-year starter’s growth is evident while position battles at offensive tackle, linebacker, safety and kicker are coming into focus.
Map: Flock cameras targeted by vandals across US
Rising incidents of vandalism and law enforcement misuse connected to license plate readers are sparking alarm over how widespread the Flock cameras have become nationwide....
Luigi Mangione pleads guilty to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO
NEW YORK (AP) — Luigi Mangione pleaded guilty on Friday to federal stalking charges in the killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson, admitting matter-of-factly that he trailed the executive to an investor conference in 2024 and gunned him down on a New York City street . Ma...
Michele Tafoya on fraud, affordability, immigration and Minnesota's US Senate race
Michele Tafoya joined FOX 9 All Day on Thursday, two days after winning the Republican nomination in the race for the U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota, to discuss her campaign....
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan says 'we have to rip ICE apart'
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan joined FOX 9 All Day on Thursday, two days after winning the Democratic nomination in the race for the U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota to discuss her campaign....
Dark skies are drawing a new kind of tourist to Minnesota
From Voyageurs National Park to small-town festivals, astrotourism is booming as more travelers seek out stars, northern lights and the quiet of the night....
Ridglan Farms beagles: Last dogs released from Wisconsin facility
The last Ridglan Farms beagles left the Wisconsin facility on Wednesday, marking an end to a years-long animal rights campaign and legal battle.
Live: Kyler Murray is QB1 for the Vikings. Can he lift the offense?
Now that he’s getting more first-team reps, Murray can start settling into coach Kevin O’Connell’s offense. Follow live updates from training camp today....
Park Picks: Lake Shetek State Park
Minnesota Live is back with another exciting edition of Park Picks, the beloved series that takes viewers on a tour of Minnesota’s most stunning state parks. This week the adventure heads to Murray County to explore the scenic shores of Lake Shetek State Park. Park manager Rosean...
Bicycling, beer and Mississippi River history on tap this weekend
A novel Three Rivers Parks’ program takes the mighty river by wheel; plus, a catfish tournament in the Fargo-Moorhead area and a waterfalls hike.
Democratic socialist tries to beat the governor's pick in a chaotic Wisconsin primary
A democratic socialist is trying to rise above the party establishment's chosen candidate, who revived his campaign after another leading contender dropped out in Wisconsin's chaotic primary race for governor on Tuesday....
Kyler Murray named Vikings starting QB over J.J. McCarthy
Kyler Murray has been named the starting quarterback for the Minnesota Vikings to begin the regular season after a training camp battle this summer with former first-round pick J.J. McCarthy, according to team officials. Murray, who was brought in during free agency on a one-year...
Must See Museum: Lepak Larson House
Tucked inside Shoreview’s Heritage Park, the Lepak Larson House is a beautifully restored 130-year-old farmhouse that takes visitors back to the charm of 1930s Minnesota. The Shoreview Historical Society took over the historic property in 2022 and lovingly brought it back to life...
Below the surface of Stillwater’s synchronized swimming dynasty
One of Minnesota’s most dominant athletic programs can be found in the deep end of the pool.
Lake Minnetonka Regional Park drowning: 5-year-old dies at hospital
Authorities are investigating after a 5-year-old child died in a drowning Saturday afternoon at Lake Minnetonka Regional Park.
5-year-old drowns at Lake Minnetonka Regional Park
A child drowned at Lake Minnetonka Regional Park on Saturday afternoon, according to the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office. Officials say that a bystander saw a 5-year-old in the pond, and lifeguards, along with multiple law enforcement agencies, removed the child from the water a...
Trump’s immigration crackdown looms over Minnesota’s bruising Senate primary
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — In the streets surrounding a drab federal office complex next to the Minneapolis airport, the beleaguered resistance to President Donald Trump found its footing. As U.S. immigration agents staged at the Bishop Henry Whipple Federal Building for a monthslong dep...
These aging Minnesotans could be priced out of their ‘forever homes’
Managers for a 55-and-older St. Louis Park apartment building are adding charges that may put tenants with limited income into dire straits. Experts worry others could end up in their shoes....
Lake Minnetonka’s Big Island once had an amusement park. Why did it close?
Visitors arrived by streetcar and steamboat to ride a rollercoaster, explore an aquarium and brave the old mill ride. The fun lasted only from 1906 to 1911....
Minnesota is the only state with tribal dispensaries off reservations. Now others look to model it.
Minnesota tribes are capitalizing on the head start they got in the state’s recreational cannabis market.
Thousands welcome Uptown Art Fair’s return along Lake of the Isles
Attendance at this signature event is seen as a bellwether for the the area’s vitality. Proceeds will be reinvested into the Uptown community.
Behind prison walls, incarcerated men organize basketball event for youth impacted by incarceration
The Justice 4 Us basketball tournament brought youth and families impacted by incarceration together at Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Park. The event was organized by the Wrongly Incarcerated Family Council (WIFC) and men incarcerated in the Minnesota Department of Corrections ...
Culpepper homers in MLB debut as Twins top Brewers 8-6
MILWAUKEE (AP) — Josh Bell went 4 for 5 with a homer and Kaelen Culpepper also went deep in his major league debut as the Minnesota Twins erased a four-run deficit and beat the Milwaukee Brewers 8-6 on Friday night. Minnesota trailed 4-0 after two innings before scoring two runs ...
Twins call up No. 2 prospect Kaelen Culpepper
In hopes of a spark after stumbling recently, the Minnesota Twins called up their top 2024 draft pick, Kaelen Culpepper, on Friday. KSTP Sports confirmed the move Friday morning, hours ahead of the start of the club’s weekend series at the Milwaukee Brewers. READ MORE: Minnesota ...
JSAW on Lake Minnetonka
A one-of-a-kind camp is making waves on Lake Minnetonka this summer, giving Minnesota kids a thrilling chance to hit the water and learn to surf. JSAW , a non-profit action sports ministry, is behind the exciting program and just opened up more classes this month. Reporter Kristi...
Sparks end Minnesota’s 10-game winning streak, beating the WNBA-leading Lynx 89-82
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Rae Burrell scored 17 points, and Erica Wheeler had four in a game-ending 8-0 run and the Los Angeles Sparks ended Minnesota’s 10-game winning streak, beating the WNBA-leading Lynx 89-82 on Thursday night. Kayla McBride hit a 3-pointer to give Minnesota (25-7) ...
Brooks Lee’s 2-run single in 8th lifts Twins to 4-3 win over Royals
KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Brooks Lee’s two-run single in the eighth inning lifted the Minnesota Twins to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Thursday night. The Twins trailed 3-1 in the eighth when Josh Bell hit a one-out RBI single against Aaron Bummer (1-2). Nate Pearson ent...
Standing with Cory and Shanyn Through Recovery GoFundMe
https://www.gofundme.com/f/standing-with-cory-and-shanyn-through-recovery?utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet The post Standing with Cory and Shanyn Through Recovery GoFundMe first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News ....
Judge finds probable cause Mike Lindell broke campaign finance rules with pillow handout
The issue will now go to a panel of three administrative law judges who will hold a hearing to gather more evidence.
Judge finds probable cause that Mike Lindell’s pillow handouts violated Minnesota campaign law
A judge found that there is probable cause to believe Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Lindell may have violated campaign law by handing out pillows at parades. After Administrative Law Judge Nicholas Lienesch’s finding on Thursday, the case will be assigned to a panel of ...
Camper top breaks off, flies into windshield of vehicle on highway: State Patrol
In a scenario that resembles a horror movie plot, the Minnesota State Patrol says a camper top broke free and flew into the windshield of another vehicle headed the opposite direction on a highway Wednesday evening....
Review: Noah Kahan evokes summertime sadness at Target Field
Wednesday’s sold-out ballpark concert by the “Stick Season” hitmaker was a weepy one, but somehow also still a blast.
St. Paul homeless encampment quietly clears out as city and residents prepare for what’s next
The city cleared the large Pig’s Eye Park encampment on Wednesday and two other large encampments will be closed before winter.
Navy veteran Tom Weiler running for GOP Senate nomination: Full interview
Tom Weiler, a Navy veteran, is continuing his primary campaign for U.S. Senate despite not winning the GOP nomination earlier this year. Last week, he spoke with FOX 9's Rob Olson....
St. Paul workers begin work to clear Pig's Eye Park encampment
St. Paul workers are set to begin clearing a homeless encampment at Pig's Eye Park on Wednesday despite public pushback over the sweep.
Park Picks: Grand Portage State Park
It’s another exciting edition of Park Picks on Minnesota Live, and this week the adventure takes us all the way to the breathtaking edge of Minnesota in Cook County. Grand Portage State Park is the stunning destination in the spotlight, and Park Supervisor Travis Novitsky joined ...
Live: St. Paul closing homeless encampment as part of larger dismantling of camps
The city will clear the large Pig’s Eye Park encampment on Wednesday, the first major closing of homeless camps in St. Paul in more than a year.
Mike Lindell steps down as MyPillow CEO to focus on MN governor's race
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell is stepping down from his role to focus on his campaign in the Minnesota governor's race.
St. Paul encampment set to close Wednesday, despite growing protests
Residents are still trying to figure out where to go, as activists and some elected officials call for a pause.