Invictus Brewing Co. has closed due to rising costs and challenges finding a new location, joining other Minnesota breweries that shut down recently, amid broader industry struggles and changing drinking habits.

The United Way of Bemidji Area reached 80% of its 2025 campaign goal, totaling $620,000, and aims to gather the remaining $155,000 by year's end to support local nonprofits.

Minnesota Court of Appeals upholds Corey Young's 27.5-year sentence for the 2022 murder of Xzavier Aubid-St. Clair.

Eh Tha Blay pleaded guilty to aiding in copper wire thefts from St. Paul streetlights, causing outages and safety concerns. He may face restitution and probation.

A Twin Cities man, Clinton James Ward, received a 23-year sentence for leading a major drug ring, with operations connected to Mexican cartels. His network distributed large quantities of drugs in Minnesota.

Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison sues USDA over demands for in-person SNAP eligibility interviews, citing legal violations and potential harm to state residents.

Pastor Jim Bzoskie, a cherished spiritual guide in Hastings, passed away, leaving a legacy of volunteer work, including serving as a chaplain for 47 years.

A woman was killed and a man critically injured in a shooting near Farmington on Christmas Eve; authorities are investigating a possible murder-suicide while stating there's no public threat.

A Minneapolis man, Elliot Samuels Vaughn, faces charges including assault after allegedly pointing a gun at police, who shot him in the leg during a car theft incident.

A multi-vehicle crash in Champlin resulted in the death of a 70-year-old woman and injured two others, with an ongoing investigation by local authorities.

Rudy Gobert of the Minnesota Timberwolves sent size 20 shoes to 15-year-old basketball player Harrison Wiesneth after the teen's mother reached out on Instagram.

Dakota County offers tips on sustainable disposal of holiday waste, advising residents on recycling wrapping paper and proper disposal of items like glitter-laden paper and string lights.

The Washington County Sheriff's Office is hosting an orientation for their Explorer Program on January 8 to introduce teens to law enforcement careers.