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.
Minneapolis police: Man killed after confronting car thief outside work
Minneapolis Police are investigating after a man was shot and killed after confronting a car burglar early Thursday morning. At a press conference, Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara called the incident "tragic," adding the murder happened right outside the victim’s workplace. Around 7 a.m., Minneapolis Police...
Marjorie Johnson, MN’s beloved ‘Blue Ribbon Baker,’ dies at 106
MINNEAPOLIS — Marjorie Johnson, renowned throughout Minnesota for her award-winning baked goods at the Minnesota State Fair, has died at 106, according to her family. Johnson and her sweet treats have been staples at the fair for more than half a century, also becoming a dear friend to the team at KARE 11.
Morgan Wallen, who once used slur on video, to open 2026 tour in Mpls.
Morgan Wallen, the country music megastar who in 2021 was caught on video using a racial slur, will open his next tour at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
Using fencing to curb homelessness in the Twin Cities is an insult
Minnesota news you can count on. From local stories to explanations on the state or federal government, MinnPost’s independent news is available for free with no paywall. Help us keep it this way with a tax-deductible donation today. The combined epidemics of drugs and homelessness fall hard on older...
Man accused of shooting 5 people in Minneapolis this spring now charged with trying...
James Duane Ortley has been charged with one count of trying to escape from custody, four counts of fourth-degree assault on law enforcement, and one count of first-degree property damage.
A look inside Minneapolis’ “butterfly house”
Just beside the Mississippi River on a winding Minneapolis street sits 4736 Coffey Lane — a hidden house nestled in nature with a story to tell.
12 Minnesota Burger Spots So Good, Locals Drive Miles for a Bite
Minnesota is home to some of the best burger joints in the country, and locals know it. From cheese-stuffed masterpieces to classic grilled patties, these restaurants have earned devoted fans who will travel far and wide for a single bite. Whether you crave gourmet creations or old-school diner vibes, the North Star...
Twin Cities businesses step up as SNAP benefits run dry
MINNEAPOLIS — On Nov. 1, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are expected to end for millions across the country as funding runs dry during the ongoing federal government shutdown. In response, several Twin Cities restaurants and businesses are stepping up to offer free or discounted food to...
Twin Cities food assistance programs struggling as government shutdown nears 1 month
Many of the people seeking help from Meals on Wheels and Catholic Charities are among the 440,000 Minnesotans receiving SNAP benefits.
