A Heat Advisory runs in Minneapolis on Wednesday with highs near 94°F and heat-index values near 100. Patchy smoke may lower air quality; cooling centers are available.

Foggy morning before dangerous heat: highs near 98°F and heat index to 107°F. The city lists cooling spots and safety tips.

Heat indices will top 100°F this weekend in Minneapolis; the NWS has an Extreme Heat Warning and the city lists cooling locations. Stay hydrated and avoid midday exertion.

Light rain Friday morning gives way to an Extreme Heat Watch for Saturday-Sunday. Highs could reach the mid-90s with heat indices near 100.

MPCA has begun steps to revoke Northern Iron’s air permit after modeling showed likely lead and fine-particle exceedances. Residents have filed a class-action while the foundry disputes the findings.

Clear and sunny Thursday in Minneapolis; temps climb into the 90s by the weekend. Cooling options are available and scattered Sunday-night storms are possible.

A native beetle is attacking mature oaks across Edina and the Twin Cities; experts warn drought-stressed trees are most at risk. Foresters explain signs and next steps.

Cool, sunny Wednesday turns into a fast warm-up this weekend, with highs near 95°F Saturday. Plan for water and cooling options.

Partly cloudy and breezy with gusts to 30 mph. Cooler midweek, then 90s return this weekend.

Showers possible this morning; Heat Advisory noon–6 p.m. with highs near 94°F. Air quality may be unhealthy in places — take precautions.

All of Washington County is now eligible for the free Food Scraps Pickup Program; 10 Ramsey communities were added and residents receive free compostable bags and pickup instructions.

Patchy smoke this morning and a high near 91°F. Showers and storms likely late Sunday night into Monday with a chance of gusty winds.

Clear and cool Saturday morning; high near 89°F. Smoke may return today and thunderstorms are likely late Sunday into Monday.