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St. Paul police chief sues Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation
11:15 PMCrime, Law and JusticeThe 73-page civil complaint, filed Wednesday morning in Ramsey County District Court by Henry’s attorney Chris Madel, includes allegations of unwanted touching, sexual comments and repeated attempts by Her to develop a closer personal relationship with Henry.
Amnesty International calls for the abolition of ICE in new report
The organization documented a pattern of human rights violations in the Twin Cities during Operation Metro Surge. Researchers recommend abolishing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Unionized doctors reach tentative deal with Allina Health after four-day strike
7:16 PMHealthThe agreement follows a four-day strike, believed to be the first by inpatient doctors at a private-sector hospital in U.S. history.
Aldi opening restores full-service grocery store access to downtown St. Paul
8:15 PMSt. Paul NewsThe area had been without a grocery store since Lunds & Byerlys closed in March 2025. Area leaders say the Aldi opening will support population growth and signals reinvestment in downtown St. Paul.
Rochester’s biomedical startup economy is growing. Finding the right workers is harder
9:00 AMRochester NewsIn Rochester, new biomedical companies are growing out of Mayo Clinic. Local leaders want those companies to stay and grow in the community, but finding the right workers with the right skills is a bigger challenge.
Top cats: Lynx fans stoked for a championship as WNBA playoffs near
6:47 PMMinnesota LynxThe Minnesota Lynx finish the regular season Thursday night against the Indiana Fever then start the playoffs Sunday at home against the New York Liberty. Fans hope point guard Olivia Miles is healthy and can deliver a championship after her All-Star season.
Officials say fire that killed journalist Jessi Pierce and her 3 children was an accident
3:59 PMMinnesota NewsAt a Thursday news conference announcing the preliminary findings of the months-long investigation, State Fire Marshal Dan Krier said the early-morning fire was caused by overheating electrical equipment in an office.
Facing claims of fraud, nonprofit agrees to $18.5 million settlement with state of Minnesota
8:08 PMCrime, Law and JusticeA nonprofit investigated for allegedly stealing millions of dollars from food assistance programs will pay $18.5 million to settle a lawsuit filed by the Minnesota Attorney General’s Office.
Minnesota teens are using less cannabis. Some groups are still at higher risk
9:00 AMMarijuana in MinnesotaMinnesota high schoolers are using cannabis at lower rates than a decade ago, but researchers say disparities remain for marginalized groups. Experts point to changing social norms and prevention efforts that may be driving the decline.
Gay 90s and a 651 number: Bob the Drag Queen recalls youth in South St. Paul
9:00 AMArts and CultureWhen he was a teen, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Bob the Drag Queen spent nine months in the Twin Cities. Bob will perform Friday at the Fitzgerald Theater for his “Now Clap!” national tour.
Minnesota auto shops raise prices as oil costs increase
YesterdayBusiness and Economic NewsYour oil changes aren't going to get any cheaper any time soon.
Art Hounds: ‘Wife of a Salesman,’ art and healing in Duluth and jazz at Crooners
9:00 AMArt Hounds®Art Hounds recommend theater in St. Paul, a community art exhibit in Duluth and a night of jazz in Minneapolis.
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