Brooklyn Park’s voluntary camera registry now links hundreds of private and business feeds to police. Officials say Axon-powered integration is speeding response and investigations while owners keep control.

House Majority Whip Tom Emmer told a D.C. crowd Somalis who "don't assimilate" should go back where they came from, drawing sharp rebukes from Minnesota leaders.

Early voting opened June 26 for Minnesota's Aug. 11 primary. Minneapolis' Early Vote Center at 980 E. Hennepin is accepting ballots today; here’s what to know.

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.

A new report says Hennepin County has been labeling deputies 'undercover' to keep body‑cam footage private, a move defense lawyers say curbs transparency and court access.

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.

A man was killed early Friday near Clinton Avenue South; police are investigating after a second gunshot victim walked into Fairview Hospital. Detectives are canvassing the area.

The Minneapolis NAACP says years of neglect at Heritage Park left families in unsafe apartments and called for the public-housing director to resign. Residents and leaders are demanding audits and repairs.

Target will start counting late arrivals and no-shows under a new points system in September. Employees and labor advocates are watching closely.

Kurt Zellers abruptly resigned as CEO of the Minnesota Business Partnership; the group named two interim co‑leaders and launched a search for a permanent replacement.

A former student has sued Harvest Best Academy and Hospitality House, saying a teacher sexually assaulted and secretly filmed him while he attended the school. The complaint names both organizations.

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

A long‑duration heat wave arrives Sunday with Monday the worst — highs near 97°F and heat indices over 105°F. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are possible during the week.