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Minnesota Supreme Court takes up case over ‘Airbnb-style’ backyard pool rentals

The Minnesota Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case questioning whether the state can regulate private backyard pools the same way it can regulate public swimming facilities if they are rented out through online platforms. The legal showdown of Hittner v. Minnesota Departmen...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jul 1, 2026

Summer youth camps take precautions to protect kids during extreme heat

The extreme heat changed the way summer youth camps all across the metro spent time outside. Coaches at AKA Sports Camp in Blaine limited the time kids spent outside because of the hot temps. They made sure kids had plenty of water and wore sunscreen. “Anytime it’s over 90 ...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 29, 2026

Man flown out of the BWCA following a machete injury to his leg

A man in the Boundary Waters had to be flown from the area for medical treatment after suffering a severe leg injury Friday evening. The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office said the injury was reported around 9 p.m. Friday from Angle Worm Trail, in the Boundary Waters Canoe Are...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 27, 2026

4th in the Park parade and picnic

4th in the Park parade and picnic The post 4th in the Park parade and picnic first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News.

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 27, 2026

Funday Friday: Trickster Tacos Food Truck

It’s Funday Friday on Minnesota Live, and the team welcomed the vibrant Trickster Tacos food truck right into their parking lot for a delicious celebration of Indigenous flavor. Known for their irresistible fry-bread tacos, this beloved food truck has been rolling incredible flav...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 26, 2026

Hmong Freedom Fest, Pride and album release shows pack Twin Cities weekend

Three festivals this weekend will bring soul food to a Minneapolis farmers market, Hmong sports tournaments to Como Park, and queer pride to Loring Park, marking a busy start to summer in the Twin Cities. If you’re looking for live music in Minneapolis this Saturday, you may ...

Sahan JournalJun 26, 2026

This little piggy needs a name

The beloved St. Paul Saints have a long-running tradition of adorable pig mascots roaming the ballpark, and now it’s time to welcome a brand new piglet to the lineup. “Chat BLT” has officially grown too big for the job this summer, so the Saints are handing over the job to a n...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 25, 2026

Great American State Fair: Street closures, parking restrictions and what to know

The 16‑day Great American State Fair, marking the nation’s 1776 founding with themed days celebrating the military, health initiatives, patriotism and Independence Day, began Wednesday as the country starts its celebrations. Here's information on street closures, parking restrict...

FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)Jun 25, 2026

Endorsed candidates trail in polls, money race

The value of political party endorsements in Minnesota is being put to the test like never before in 2026. All three of the Republican and DFL candidates in competitive races who were endorsed at their party conventions for governor and U.S. Senate are trailing in polls and fu...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 24, 2026

Walz claims Trump administration is targeting Minnesota, demands federal records

Governor Tim Walz is calling out President Donald Trump and his administration, saying the federal government is terrorizing Minnesotans in “a coordinated campaign of retribution.” Minnesotans are living through a coordinated campaign of retribution from the Trump Administrat...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 24, 2026

South Minneapolis cat tour returns for 9th year at Mueller Park

A popular event returns to South Minneapolis on Wednesday night, inviting people to show off their cats in neighborhood windows. The ninth annual Wedge LIVE! Cat Tour is back in Mueller Park, where people can stroll through the neighborhood in search of cats. The tour began...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 24, 2026

Edina pedestrian bridge construction underway, closures on Highway 62

A pedestrian bridge replacement in Edina is underway, bringing road closures along Highway 62 in the months ahead. The city of Edina said the new Rosland Park pedestrian bridge is expected to open next summer. The Highway 62 westbound on-ramp from Valley View Road will be clos...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 24, 2026

FOX 9 Town Ball Tour heads to Sleepy Eye

It’s Week 2 of the FOX 9 Town Ball Tour, and we’re back after being rained out last week in Loretto. This week, we head south to Sleepy Eye as the Indians take on the Stark Longhorns in Tomahawk East League action at Sleepy Eye Ballpark....

FOX 9 KMSP (FOX)Jun 24, 2026

Park Picks: Wild River State Park

It’s time for another exciting edition of Park Picks on Minnesota Live, and this week’s destination is the beautiful Wild River State Park in Chisago County — a perfect outdoor escape close to the Twin Cities. Park supervisor Kris Backlund stopped by to share everything you need ...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 24, 2026

Questions raised about Mike Lindell’s pillow, book giveaways while campaigning

To put it lightly, Mike Lindell is a non-traditional candidate for governor. He has the unique backstory of going from a crack addict to the founder and CEO of one of Minnesota’s best-known companies. Now he also has an unusual method of campaigning. He’s giving away free pillows...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 24, 2026

Top Timberwolves assistant Micah Nori hired by Portland Trail Blazers

The Minnesota Timberwolves roster is already seeing some significant changes and now the coaching staff is too. On Tuesday, the Portland Trail Blazers hired Micah Nori as its new head coach, poaching Chris Finch’s top assistant from the Wolves. Rip City, welcome our new h...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 23, 2026

Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Project

Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Project The post Rosland Park Pedestrian Bridge Project first appeared on KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News.

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 22, 2026

Rediscover the Hidden Gems of University Avenue

University Avenue is home to some of the Twin Cities’ most unique, community-rooted businesses. Through the Saint Paul Commercial Corridor Program, Neighborhood Development Center (NDC) is spotlighting businesses between Lexington Parkway and Rice Street throughout June and July,...

Sahan JournalJun 22, 2026

Mystics use a late 12-0 surge to beat Lynx 84-79 and win third straight game

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Sonia Citron had 21 points and Kiki Iriafen added 17, hitting a go-ahead basket late for a second straight game, to help the Washington Mystics beat the Minnesota Lynx 84-79 on Sunday night. Minnesota rookie Olivia Miles had a three-point play to spark a 7-0...

KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)Jun 22, 2026