Gen Z facing ‘confidence crisis’ as new research reveals 8 keys to youth resilience
MINNEAPOLIS — New data from the 2025 National Research Study on Confidence suggests that Generation Z is currently at the epicenter of a national "confidence crisis," driven largely by the pressures of a "comparison economy" and heavy social media use. The study, which defined Gen Z as individuals aged...
Alex Pretti memorial march [Raw aerial footage]
A rally and march was held in Minneapolis to honor Alex Pretti, who was fatally shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents.
Opinion: In Minneapolis, community care is the model for resistance
Since the Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) surge in Minneapolis began in December, the wider world has witnessed its horrors through news coverage and social media capturing agents’ brutal treatment of immigrants and protesters. The federal government’s bullets, tear gas, and beatings have been on full...
State Patrol: Boy, 15, hospitalized after crashing stolen vehicle during police chase
A 15-year-old boy who allegedly fled from police and crashed a stolen vehicle was hospitalized in an unknown condition on Friday. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the Sherburne County Sheriff's Office attempted to stop the teenager, who was behind the wheel of a 2020 Kia Sportage that was reported stolen in...
St. Paul mayor signs ordinance barring all law enforcement from wearing masks
Mayor Kaohly Her signed the ordinance passed unanimously by the St. Paul City Council on Wednesday, which requires all law enforcement officers conducting operations in the city to do so without a mask or face covering, except in limited circumstances.
Authorities looking for endangered missing person
BROOKLYN PARK, Minn. — Authorities are seeking public assistance in locating a missing endangered woman who was last seen on Saturday in Brooklyn Park. Mary Ann Ingram, 64, was last seen around 10 a.m., leaving in an unknown direction from the 7400 block of Noble Avenue North, according to an alert by the Minnesota...
Twin Cities metro musicians release protest song to raise funds for the ACLU-MN
Musicians across the Twin Cities Metro area have released a protest song to raise money for the American Civil Liberties Union of Minnesota.
Viral Build-Your-Own Mac ‘n Cheese Place is Coming to Minnesota
Roni's Mac Bar offers build-your-own mac 'n cheese and it's gone viral on TikTok. Soon, they'll be opening two locations in Minnesota.
Report: Minnesota’s music scene is struggling
The Twin Cities are famous for making big stars out of local musicians — think The Replacements, Flyte Tyme Studios and Prince. But in 2026, the Minnesota music scene is struggling. Tormoen spoke with MPR News host Clay Masters about his reporting. When our communities are navigating uncertainty, staying...
Central MN Participants at State Gymnastics
This weekend, St. Paul turns into a stage for high-flying athletes. Get ready to cheer for some incredible local talent at the State Gymnastics meet.

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