Minneapolis leaders and George Floyd’s family demanded apologies and editorial action after a Netflix roast joke referenced Floyd’s final moments. Activists say the bit re‑traumatized the city ahead of the anniversary.

A Minnesota appeals court broadened the legal definition of "discipline," reviving a case that could force Minneapolis to release years of internal "coaching" records.

Charging documents say a Hill City officer allegedly used his status as a police officer to pressure a 17‑year‑old into sex. The Minnesota BCA investigated and a Hennepin County court date is set for June 8.

Health unit coordinators at Park Nicollet Methodist authorized a three-day ULP strike starting May 27 after an overwhelming vote over pay, pension and back pay. Negotiations remain ongoing under federal notice rules.

Ahmed Nur is contesting state seizures tied to a Medicaid fraud conviction. The court fight could shape how restitution and asset forfeiture are handled in Minnesota.

A man was shot in the leg early Sunday in the 600 block of Iglehart in St. Paul; police say the victim was taken to a hospital and the investigation is ongoing.

Sunny Saturday with a high near 82°F before a stormy Sunday. Severe storms and heavy rain are possible Sunday night.

Roami has quietly opened the converted Century Plaza as an aparthotel across from the Minneapolis Convention Center, offering apartment-style suites and a soft opening ahead of summer.

Court filings allege an 18-year-old Armstrong High student raped a classmate on campus during lunch on April 27–28; Plymouth police are investigating.

Upper‑80s Friday with gusty winds bring a Red Flag Warning for central Minnesota; storms likely Sunday. Take care with outdoor burning today.

A roughly 400,000-square-foot South St. Paul warehouse that long housed Sportsman's Guide is on the market as its lease winds down.

Purdue’s AeroEco Lab forecasts nearly 43 million birds over Minnesota tonight. Conservation groups say dimming nonessential lights and closing blinds can reduce deadly window collisions.

Senate Republicans proposed a one-year rollback of Minnesota car-tab calculations to 2022 rules, saying the move would return roughly $250 million to drivers while lawmakers sort out offsets.