Hennepin County canceled its 1 p.m. monthly siren test on July 1 amid an enhanced severe‑weather outlook. Officials say any siren heard today should be treated as a real alert and shelter taken immediately.

Muggy morning and a sharp warm-up: high near 90°F Thursday. Thunderstorms likely Thursday night into Friday with gusty winds and heavy rain possible.

A line of thunderstorms will sweep through Minneapolis today with gusty winds and heavy downpours. Expect travel impacts and plan a wet‑weather backup.

Brief storms hit Tuesday morning, then a Heat Advisory runs through 9 p.m. with highs near 91°F. Cooling centers are available across the Twin Cities.

Researchers found adults, juveniles and pregnant bloody red shrimp in Duluth‑Superior harbor, confirming Lake Superior now hosts the invasive species.

Seven Twin Cities Salvation Army centers will open Monday for air‑conditioned relief as heat and humidity push heat‑index values into the triple digits.

Morning storms may bring gusty winds and hail; Monday brings an Extreme Heat Warning with highs near the upper 90s. Know cooling options and watch the latest updates.

Weekend warm-up today, with dangerous heat arriving Monday. Expect gusty winds and spotty early Sunday showers.

A long‑duration heat wave arrives Sunday with Monday the worst — highs near 97°F and heat indices over 105°F. Thunderstorms and gusty winds are possible during the week.

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

One year after the derecho, Bemidji is still clearing millions of felled trees and facing elevated wildfire risk. Salvage sales and federal aid exist, but recovery has been slow.

Patchy dense fog slows Wednesday morning commute in Minneapolis. A big heat spike arrives Sunday into Monday.

Showers and thunderstorms are likely in Minneapolis Tuesday afternoon and evening, bringing heavy rain and spotty gusts. Expect wet roads and slower travel.