A vigil for Tou Ger Xiong, a celebrated Hmong performer and activist who was killed in Colombia, was held in Minnesota, where the community mourned his loss and honored his life and work.

New Yorkers are advised to perform maintenance on their heating systems for safety and efficiency as colder weather approaches, with experts stressing the importance of regular checks and functional smoke and carbon monoxide alarms.

A Brooklyn Park resident was carjacked at gunpoint while loading their car on Christmas Eve; the suspect remains at large and police are investigating.

A man was killed and a woman injured in a Minneapolis shooting two days before Christmas. Police responded to gunfire in East Lake Street; a major investigation is underway.

A man wanted for stealing five French Bulldog puppies was found fatally shot in Minneapolis. The police conducted a SWAT raid but made no arrests, and the motive remains unknown.

Lil Crush released a music video for "Burrrbon" which highlights Minnesota businesses and features Poplar Hill dairy goat farm. The video promotes local landmarks and supports the businesses with a budget-friendly production.

Minneapolis city offices, including 311 and Service Center, will be closed on Christmas Day, affecting garbage pick-up schedules and parking enforcement, while emergency services remain operational.

Minneapolis experiences dense fog leading to a Dense Fog Advisory and anticipates a rainy Christmas week with possible snow mix, causing travel concerns.

Kirill Kaprizov scored in overtime, giving the Minnesota Wild a 4-3 win against the Montreal Canadiens, with both teams demonstrating strong performances and high tension on the ice.

Member of a Minneapolis theft ring, Aaron Johnson, explained his methods of stealing phones and funds to the WSJ, leading to discussions on the importance of digital security.

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz's family adopts a rescue cat named Honey after their previous cat Afton went missing. Honey is already settling in, happily claiming spots around the governor's residence.

Joel Embiid scored 51 points in the 76ers' victory over the Timberwolves, with Tyrese Maxey adding 35 points. Minnesota's top scorers were Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns, and Jaden McDaniels.

The St. Paul Winter Carnival is auctioning historic memorabilia to fund its celebrations, offering items like lithography stones, Vulcan coats, and posters.