Mom of Annunciation survivor on mission to strengthen gun laws
In the aftermath of a summer of gun violence in Minnesota, the push to put limits on semi-automatic weapons has stalled — but one group has not given up.
8 Hole-In-The-Wall BBQ Cafés In Minnesota That Smoke Like Pros
Minnesota’s BBQ scene rewards those who look beyond marquee names and step into small spaces where the smokers run daily and the regulars know the drill. From the Twin Cities area to greater Minnesota towns, these spots keep their focus on technique, wood, and consistency. If you’re after steady smoke rings,...
Just announced concerts: ‘Weird Al’ Yankovic, Mötley Crüe, Stone Temple Pilots
While we're getting a slightly slower week than normal because of Thanksgiving, there have been plenty of reasons to get in a virtual line for tickets to upcoming shows. The Minnesota State Fair has announced its first Grandstand act for 2026, "Weird Al" Yankovic, who, in addition to playing two Minnesota gigs this...
3 teens hurt after crash in stolen car
Three teens were injured in a crash involving a stolen car late Friday night.
Minnesotans break giving record amid rising nonprofit needs
ST PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota nonprofits are reporting increasing financial strain and rising demand for services, even as donors set a new record for the state’s annual Give to the Max Day. At the Neighborhood Development Alliance in St. Paul, a sign on the door tells visitors that...
System could bring 3-6 inches of snow to Minnesota before Thanksgiving
There's the potential for more snow next weekend, but weather officials say confidence is currently 'low.'
Minneapolis council members back arresting federal agents who violate law
Minneapolis City Council members Jason Chavez, Elliot Payne, and Robin Wonsley said Nov. 14 that local police could, and should, arrest federal agents if they fail to identify themselves or wear face coverings. Their comments come as the city prepares to negotiate a new police contract, set to expire in...
How Has Driving Changed in the Last Five Years?
Over the past five years, there has been a noticeable shift in driving habits and attitudes. Many drivers have expressed concerns about the disregard for speed limits, the misuse of bike lanes, and the lack of signal usage. The increase in reckless driving behaviors, such as running red lights and stop signs, has...
Mpls street renamed Lena Smith Blvd. corrects a historic wrong
A Minneapolis street along the Mississippi River has been renamed Lena Smith Boulevard to honor Lena Olive Smith, Minnesota’s first Black female attorney and longtime civil rights advocate. The street, formerly known as Edmund Boulevard and named for segregationist developer Edmund Walton, is part of a broader effort...
Woodbury Predator Caged for 30 Years: Monster Behind Sextortion Scheme That Terrorized Minors Sentenced
In a disturbing case that has culminated in a severe sentence, Timothy Lennard Gebhart, a 38-year-old resident of Woodbury, has been sentenced to a lengthy 30 years in prison for running an extensive sextortion scheme that targeted minors, as reported by the U.S. Attorney's Office. The U.S. District Court judge...

















