90 years ago, a little girl’s needs and her mother’s courage launched Fraser
In 1935, Louise Whitbeck Fraser founded a school to teach children with disabilities who would have otherwise been institutionalized. Fraser […] The post 90 years ago, a little girl’s needs and her mother’s courage launched Fraser appeared first on Access Press .
Massive changes to federal funds to end homelessness reopen debate over solutions
MinnPost’s reporting is always free, but it isn’t free to produce. We rely on donations from readers to fund our independent journalism. Will you make a gift to support our local news coverage today?. Betty Allen spent four years in Minnesota living out of her car and bouncing...
Hmong New Year celebration also marks 50 years in America
ST. PAUL, Minn. (FOX 9) - Music, food and laughter filled the air at St. Paul's RiverCentre over the weekend. Thousands gathered for the 45th annual Minnesota Hmong New Year celebration, and to honor a major community milestone. Celebrating history and culture. The backstory:. This year marks 50 years since...
‘Mailbox Ticket’ Arrives: Minnesota’s Speed Cameras Explained
For decades, Minnesota drivers knew that to get a speeding ticket, they had to be pulled over by a squad car. In late 2025, that rule effectively vanished in certain zones. Following the legislative authorization of the "Traffic Safety Camera Pilot Program," automated enforcement cameras are now live in Minneapolis...
Intense Debate: National Boycott Causes Major Impact on Target
This post features an OpenAI-powered summary derived from the NewsBreak users' discussions on National boycott brings Target ‘to its knees’. Minnesota Spokesman-Recorder - 11/28/2025 06:36:00 AM.
Minnesota Lake Reports Rare Jellyfish Sighting
Scientists discover rare jellyfish during a lake check.
More Minnesota 911 centers embedding social workers to expand help for callers in crisis
More Twin Cities area metro counties are embedding social workers into 911 call centers to field calls from those struggling with problems like mental health, homelessness and substance use. One is Melanie Yang, who began working as an embedded social worker in the Minneapolis 911 call center this fall through...
Nepotism in Minnesota: The Rise of Influential Families
In the world of business and entertainment, it's not uncommon to see individuals who have advanced in their careers due to the influence of a parent or relative. These individuals, often referred to as 'nepo babies', can be found in various industries across the globe. In Minnesota, there are a few notable names that...
St. Paul shelter sees record demand as temperatures drop
Nonprofit leaders explained that housing and food costs, coupled with federal funding cuts, are pushing more people to seek help as winter begins.
Downtown St. Paul apartment fire displaces residents
ST PAUL, Minn. — One person was sent to the hospital, and multiple residents were displaced, after a lithium-ion battery caught fire at a downtown St. Paul apartment complex on Sunday morning. According to the St. Paul Fire Department, responders were called to the apartment on 7th Place East...
