Pioneer Press’s 2026 Patio Guide highlights 14 new Twin Cities patios, from CrowBar’s creekside cocktails to Alary’s revived back patio.

A Minnesota Air Rescue Team hoisted two canoers from the Boundary Waters after their canoe capsized last Thursday; both were uninjured.

Federal prosecutors unsealed an indictment May 21 accusing two people of billing Minnesota Medicaid for autism services not provided and paying parents monthly kickbacks. The charges tie into a wider fraud probe.

A Ramsey County jury awarded $10.2M after finding asbestos in store-brand talc products caused a Minnesotan's mesothelioma, widening reach of talc litigation.

Minnesota State’s trustees approved a 6.25% average undergraduate tuition increase for FY2027, adding hundreds to many students’ yearly bills while leaders push cost reviews.

A hidden speakeasy called the Farmer's Cellar is operating behind an Amoco in Lakeville, serving craft cocktails and elevated comfort food in a moody, Prohibition-style room.

Surveillance video shows thieves hauling a safe from Lush in minutes; Minneapolis police say about 15 businesses may be linked and are asking for tips.

Mid-60s today, rain likely Friday night into Saturday morning, then a hot Memorial Day with highs near 87°F. Plan for a wet Friday commute and a sunny holiday.

Hennepin County's new K‑9 Willard assisted deputies in a search‑warrant that turned up fentanyl, cocaine, ecstasy, firearms and cash, the sheriff’s office said.

After 13 years in the North Loop, Borough will close on June 28 as Jester Concepts converts 730 N. Washington Ave into Revival, a full‑service fried‑chicken and burger spot.

A 57-year-old Sauk Rapids woman was struck and later died on 9th Avenue North in St. Cloud; police and State Patrol are investigating.

MnDOT and Blaine are holding open houses at City Hall today and tomorrow to preview the Hwy 65 reconstruction and the construction timeline. Presentations are at 3:30 and 5:30 p.m.

Brooklyn Park SWAT served a high‑risk warrant on the 8000 block of 82nd Avenue North; one man was arrested and four others detained as detectives continue the probe.