A bipartisan bill would direct the MSHSL to sanction cricket and launch school pilot programs as local participation and new pitches surge across the Twin Cities.

Minnesota revealed the USA Pavilion concept for Expo 2031 — a living-lands design by BRC Imagination Arts that organizers say will anchor a permanent Future Living District.

Mild Monday in Minneapolis with highs near 54°F. Rain Tuesday may change to snow late Tuesday night.

Highs near 63°F Sunday; rain returns Tuesday with a rain-to-snow change Tuesday night and light accumulations possible. Plan ahead for midweek slush.

The DNR says a carp deterrent at Lock and Dam No. 5 won’t be installed until 2029, drawing criticism from scientists and river groups who want faster action. Stakeholders warn delay raises the risk of silver carp establishing upstream.

A $7.5 million gift from Room & Board founder John Gabbert creates the Walker’s first endowed exhibition fund to back two shows a year. The move arrives as the museum adds new acquisitions.

A new coalition has a deal with TalusAg to bring modular green ammonia to Minnesota, promising cheaper, lower‑carbon fertilizer and a long‑term cooperative offtake.

Six months in, Minnetonka says its drones have flown to 423 911 calls and resolved about 20% without officers. Officials tout faster response times and tighter data controls.

A Milwaukee investor bought the long‑vacant former Kmart in Brooklyn Center for $6.5M. The buyer says redevelopment plans for the 11.5‑acre site are due this spring.

Bloomington has redirected roughly $400,000 to a one-time grant program that offers up to $10,000 to brick-and-mortar businesses hit by recent ICE operations.

Bloomington police say a sweep removed 13,628 suspected fentanyl pills plus meth, khat and illegal guns, the department posted on Facebook. Community and health officials urged caution.

A Hennepin County deputy was arrested in Albertville and faces third- and fifth-degree criminal sexual conduct charges; Wright County records show bail at $50,000.

Family members say a Brooklyn Park man was tricked outside his home and deported to Mexico as ICE enforcement continues to roil the Twin Cities.