Crime
Former Hennepin County Commissioner Candidate Convicted of Harassing Airbnb Guest with Tarantula
Marisa Simonetti found guilty of harassment and assault after incident involving loud music, pots and pans, and a thrown tarantula
ICE Agent's Suspected Home Obscured on Google Maps
Federal officials warn that publishing agents' personal information online can endanger them and their families.
Two Minneapolis Officers Injured During Arrest at Chicago and Franklin
Authorities say the suspect resisted arrest, leading to one officer being bitten and another suffering a hand injury.
Entertainment
Steve Martin and Martin Short Reschedule Postponed Minneapolis Shows
The iconic comedy duo will perform their "Best of" tour in November after postponing February dates.
Cardi B Thrills Fans at Sold-Out Target Center Show
The rapper's 'Drama' tour stop in Minneapolis was twice as long as her previous concert.
Everyone Has a Prince Story to Share
The Star Tribune seeks reader tales about the Minnesota music icon ahead of the 10th anniversary of his death.
Weather
Severe Weather Batters Much of U.S. as Blizzards, Winds, and Storms Threaten
Dangerous conditions from the Midwest to the East Coast, with Hawaii also impacted by heavy rains and flooding
Minnesota Cities Declare Snow Emergencies Ahead of Winter Storm
Travel alert issued for southeast Minnesota as heavy snow, sleet, and freezing rain expected this weekend.
Late-Winter Storm Set to Slam Upper Midwest This Weekend
The storm could be one of the strongest on record for parts of Minnesota and Wisconsin.
Health
HCMC doctor warns hospital closure would endanger health database, cause "public health crisis"
Hennepin County Medical Center faces closure due to Medicaid cuts and budget issues, putting critical research and emergency services at risk.
Suicide Crisis Grips Gen Z Men, Experts Call for Action
The tragic deaths of NFL players Rondale Moore and Marshawn Kneeland shine a light on the troubling rise in suicide rates among young men, especially those from minority backgrounds.
Minnesotans set up underground medical network as ICE crackdown spreads fear
Doctors and nurses quietly operate informal networks to provide care for patients too afraid to visit hospitals or clinics
Business
Sleep Number Posts Disappointing Quarterly Earnings
Mattress maker misses expectations by $1.99 per share
Autoscope Technologies Announces 2026 Shareholder Meeting
The annual meeting will be held virtually on April 16, 2026.
Target Boycott Leader Vows to Continue Fight: 'Shop Elsewhere'
Nekima Levy Armstrong, founder of the Racial Justice Network, says the nationwide boycott will not end until Target reverses its decision to roll back diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
