Employees and family members say Capitol Park is understaffed and leaving patients at risk, raising questions about oversight of the new St. Paul hospital. State reporting rules and the chain's legal history add urgency to the concerns.

Brief storms hit Tuesday morning, then a Heat Advisory runs through 9 p.m. with highs near 91°F. Cooling centers are available across the Twin Cities.

Minnesota law makes police report any warrantless drone flights; the BCA posted its 2025 annual compilation on June 29, 2026. The filings show when and why agencies fly drones without warrants.

Minneapolis-based Castlelake offered roughly $6.5B for EasyJet; the airline rejected the bid but opened its books to the suitor as talks continue. Local investors will be watching.

A 15-year-old girl was shot near Loring Park early Sunday; two teen boys, 14 and 15, were arrested and booked into juvenile custody.

Lupe Development and the Wall Companies revived plans to replace a downtown parking lot with 104 affordable senior apartments near the Stone Arch Bridge. City planners previewed the design this week and developers say public outreach is next.

A Minneapolis woman was charged after officers say they found nearly 203 grams of fentanyl and meth in a St. Paul vehicle. Court filings outline lab results and surveillance evidence.

Morning storms may bring gusty winds and hail; Monday brings an Extreme Heat Warning with highs near the upper 90s. Know cooling options and watch the latest updates.

The Justice Department asked a federal judge to compel Minnesota to hand over five years of SNAP applicant records, joining three other states in a federal push to access benefits data.

About 65 Allina Health hospice nurses have filed a 10‑day strike notice and plan to picket July 6 over denied raises, staffing and time for end‑of‑life care.

First Independence Bank opened a St. Paul branch at 627 University Avenue West, positioning a new hub for banking, financial education and small-business support in Frogtown.

Mosquito samples in Hennepin, Ramsey and Dakota counties tested positive for West Nile, MMCD says. Officials are increasing surveillance and urging common‑sense precautions.

Minnesotas goods exports fell 8% in Q1 2026 to $5.8B after mineral fuel and oil shipments to Canada dropped $628M, shifting the quarter from growth to decline.