A 29-year-old Burnsville rider died after losing control on southbound I‑35E just south of Highway 77, troopers said.

SPPS says the 2026–27 budget gap narrowed to about $14 million, but parents and teachers warn programs could still be cut as the district finalizes plans.

President Trump nominated University of Minnesota economist Christopher Phelan to chair the White House Council of Economic Advisers, elevating a scholar with Minneapolis Fed ties into the center of the administration’s rate debate.

A bicyclist was killed after an SUV struck them on Hiawatha Avenue; Minneapolis police arrested a 23‑year‑old on suspicion of criminal vehicular homicide.

Sunny Tuesday gives way to an 80s warmup Wednesday and storms likely Thursday with gusty winds. Check DNR burn rules before any outdoor burning.

Police say gunfire was reported Saturday near Unity Avenue; no one was hurt but a nearby house was struck and investigators processed the scene.

Olympic cross-country star Jessie Diggins held a free celebration at Allianz Field in St. Paul on April 19, thanking fans after her final World Cup races. The Afton native plans public speaking and continued advocacy in retirement.

The Wild rolled into Dallas and roughed up the Stars 6-1 in Game 1, with Eriksson Ek and Boldy each scoring twice and Minnesota dominating physically.

CDT Realty plans to turn Minoru Yamasaki’s 20 Washington into a 165‑room hotel, reopening the landmark and preserving its iconic portico, pools and plaza.

The FAA put MSP on a temporary ground stop Friday as a line of thunderstorms pushed into the Twin Cities. Departures were paused and travelers should check airline apps for updates.

A Duluth hunter pleaded guilty to killing a moose he said he mistook for a deer and was given probation, fines and a one-year big-game ban; the DNR seized his rifle.

Twin Citiesborn Tierra Encantada is hiring senior talent from Regis and Delta as it expands to 14 states and opens new franchise centers.

Aliya Rahman says federal agents smashed her window, dragged her from her car and denied medical care; she has filed a federal tort claim seeking accountability from DHS.