A MinneapoliMedia special report finds Minnesota’s mix of state aid, district lines and voter referenda concentrates school funding in wealthy suburbs, widening gaps with urban districts.

Albert Lea’s council will vote Monday on ordinances to cap cannabis shops, tighten background checks and limit smoke‑shop ownership, plus consider a City Center remodel bid.

A report says the Padres offered Nick Pivetta and prospects to the Twins for All‑Star Joe Ryan as San Diego chases rotation depth after offseason injuries.

Gasoline in Minnesota rose 12.9 cents this week to an average of $2.71 as crude gains tied to U.S.-Iran tensions push pump prices higher.

A non-fatal shooting at Maplewood Mall sent shoppers scrambling and closed the mall while police investigated. One person was wounded and authorities detained two juveniles.

Kitchen and Rail opened Monday in the former Mort's Deli spot in Golden Valley, bringing lunch service, a full bar and a pastrami tribute called The MORT.

A cold, clear morning (about 5°F) gives way to a quick warm-up — highs near 37°F on Tuesday with gusts to 30 mph and a chance of rain and light snow.

Minnesota-born Crisp & Green is planning a St. Cloud location as part of a roughly 10-store state expansion. The company has not yet confirmed an address or opening date.

An overnight shooting in Crystal wounded a 25-year-old man early Saturday; two people were detained and police say there is no danger to the public.

A Minneapolis 16-year-old was detained by federal agents, flown to a Bethany-run shelter in Michigan and became unreachable for days, lawyers say.

A man was hospitalized after a shooting Saturday in Belgrade; police arrested a suspect at the scene and said there is no danger to the public.

Duluth’s Cirrus again led U.S. plane sales in 2025, delivering 797 aircraft and posting about $1.18B in billings. The result highlights the company’s local economic footprint.

Blustery, cold Sunday with gusts near 30 mph; light snow may return Tuesday and temperatures climb. Allow extra time for travel.