Allina Health launched two mobile screening units — a mammography truck and a mobile low-dose CT — bringing breast and lung cancer screening into Twin Cities neighborhoods.

Lavender Magazine, a fixture of Twin Cities queer life since 1995, abruptly ended its run this week as Pride approached. Staff were told the final issue came with little notice.

A 29-year-old worker died after being pinned under equipment at Pilgrim's Pride's Cold Spring plant; authorities and OSHA records are under review.

Inver Grove Heights extended its land deal after state funding fell through, slowing the $70M Minnesota Hockey Hall of Fame project. Organizers are now refocusing on private sponsors while due diligence continues.

Germany’s Merck will acquire Minneapolis‑based Bio‑Techne for $73 a share, a deal worth about $11.3 billion that expands Merck’s life‑science footprint.

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.

An independent evaluator’s June review found Minneapolis police often steered misconduct into private “coaching” files and left cases unresolved for months, urging policy fixes.

After 19 public-input meetings, St. Paul’s City Council heard a reworked tree preservation ordinance that would require builders to protect boulevard trees and could require restitution.

A federal board has flagged the Paul D. Wellstone Federal Building in downtown Minneapolis for sale; independent analysis says the landmark has drawn buyer interest.

A Phoenix man is accused of taking an excavator on a destructive ride through Detroit Lakes’ West Lake Drive, damaging a hotel awning, public art and sidewalks. Authorities have charged him with felony property damage and DWI.

A 47-year-old St. Paul woman died two weeks after being struck while crossing at Hamline Avenue and Midway Parkway, authorities say.

Lionel Richie left his Saint Paul opener early after an undisclosed health incident; his band told the crowd the show could not continue. Fans should watch venue and ticket pages for updates.

Patchy fog this morning gives way to a pleasant 70s day; dangerous heat builds Sunday into Monday.