Weather
Minneapolis Man Monitors Ice Thickness to Ensure Public Safety
Local resident takes proactive steps to prevent accidents on frozen lakes
Winter Storm Brings Snow, Gusty Winds to Minnesota
Advisories and warnings issued as up to 4 inches of snow expected in the Twin Cities metro
Minneapolis Basks in Springlike Sunday Before Rainy Midweek
Sunny skies and mild temperatures give way to rain, wind, and potential snow later this week.
Health
Council Bluffs Fire Department Partners with OneDose to Modernize EMS Medication Safety
New technology helps reduce errors and support weight-based dosing for paramedics in the field.
Diabetes Drug Metformin Shown to Prevent Long COVID
University of Minnesota researchers find metformin reduces risk of Long COVID by 40-60%
Amplifon Launches Worldwide Initiatives for World Hearing Day 2026
Global hearing care leader promotes awareness and prevention through free tests, social media campaigns, and events across multiple countries.
Crime
Decades-Old War on Drugs Fuels Mass Incarceration
Despite promises to reduce drug use and crime, the U.S. prison population has skyrocketed since the 1970s.
Minneapolis County Attorney Investigates Federal Agents, Including Border Patrol Chief, for Potential Criminal Charges
Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty seeks public tips on "potentially unlawful behavior" by agents involved in Operation Metro Surge
Minnesota Man Sentenced for Exploiting Minors in Videos
Hunter Geidl received over 16 years in prison for producing child sexual abuse material.
Lifestyle
Couples Keep Relationships Private But Make Weddings Public
The trend of couples maintaining privacy early in their relationships but then going public with their wedding planning and celebrations
Minneapolis Traffic Camera Program Sees Speeding Decline
Annual report shows 67% drop in daily violations at 5 high-risk intersections
16 Black-Owned Food Brands to Support
Don't just save your support for February - these brands deserve space in your kitchen all year round.
Business
Target Announces $2B Investment to Revamp Stores
Retailer plans to open 30 new stores, remodel 130 existing locations, and invest in AI and store labor.
Target to invest $2 billion to revamp stores, boost staff
Retailer aims to reverse sales slump, reclaim style authority
Target Reports Another Quarter of Declining Sales, But Sees Improvement Ahead
The retailer struggles to regain footing as customers face higher prices, but offers solid annual profit outlook.
