The DNR says a carp deterrent at Lock and Dam No. 5 won’t be installed until 2029, drawing criticism from scientists and river groups who want faster action. Stakeholders warn delay raises the risk of silver carp establishing upstream.

A $7.5 million gift from Room & Board founder John Gabbert creates the Walker’s first endowed exhibition fund to back two shows a year. The move arrives as the museum adds new acquisitions.

Enclave has purchased the former Macy's furniture site on France Avenue and plans a multi-building redevelopment with housing, offices and street-level retail.

Ecolab will invest $500M to expand and modernize its Eagan Schuman R&D campus, adding labs and customer space while aiming to retain roughly 1,000 jobs.

A Minneapolis man was charged this week in the 2020 shooting that killed 18‑year‑old Arionna Buckanaga. Investigators point to casings, weapons and a confession.

After a Twin Cities surveyor was killed on a rural road, his partner is pressing lawmakers to stiffen penalties for drivers who strike road workers. She says a careless-driving ticket isn’t enough.

A 20-year-old man was sentenced to eight years in prison and a decade of supervised release after pleading guilty in a dorm-room sexual assault at St. Cloud State University. His alleged co-defendant was convicted in January and faces his own sentencing in May.

Lawmakers filed HF 3743 to stand up a state vaccine advisory council that could republish its recommendations as Minnesota’s official schedule amid a measles uptick.

A new coalition has a deal with TalusAg to bring modular green ammonia to Minnesota, promising cheaper, lower‑carbon fertilizer and a long‑term cooperative offtake.

Six months in, Minnetonka says its drones have flown to 423 911 calls and resolved about 20% without officers. Officials tout faster response times and tighter data controls.

Three people were wounded in three separate shootings across Minneapolis Thursday night. Police said the incidents appear unrelated as investigators processed multiple scenes.

Public records show St. Paul spent $2.5M to recover from a July cyberattack, mostly on outside services and overtime. Officials say a final after‑action report will outline upgrades.

A statewide Status report finds Minnesota women still earn about 81 cents on the dollar, with larger shortfalls for women of color and childcare costs squeezing families. The findings were unveiled at the State Capitol.