Attorneys outline cases as first Feeding Our Future trial startsProsecutors say seven defendants schemed to steal $47 million from taxpayer-funded child nutrition programs by falsifying attendance rosters and food invoices. Defense attorneys said their clients were following the rules and feeding children.
Anti-war protests continue Monday at University of Minnesota, Hamline UniversityRallies are planned for Monday afternoon at the University of Minnesota Twin Cities campus, as well as at Hamline University in St. Paul, as anti-war protests continue into a second week.
New prosecutors will handle case against trooper charged in killing of motoristA few hundred people rallied in support of Minnesota state trooper Ryan Londregan at the Hennepin County Government Center Monday while prosecutors asked for a short delay in order to add four new attorneys from an outside firm to join the case.
Sen. Mitchell returns to Capitol as her arrest looms over session's final weeksDemocrats suspended Sen. Nicole Mitchell from caucus and committee work following her burglary arrest last week but let her keep her floor vote, which maintains the DFL’s one-vote majority. That’s angered Senate Republicans.
Child abuse charges dismissed against Red Lake womanCharges have been dismissed against a Red Lake woman for alleged torture and malicious punishment of a child. Jennifer Stately was arrested last month after an Amber Alert was issued.
Play5min 11secTimberwolves sweep Suns for first playoff series win in 20 yearsEdwards scored 29 of his points in the second half. He finished 12 of 22 from the field, including 7 of 13 from 3-point range. Minnesota won despite coach Chris Finch leaving the game late in the fourth after an inadvertent collision with Wolves guard Mike Conley.
Top British gymnast Ondine Achampong tears ACL, may miss Paris Olympic GamesOndine Achampong says she tore her ACL during a bars dismount. The surgery and recovery from the knee injury can take up to a year. She was expected to be a medalist at the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics.
Play6min 36secWhat a 1968 Columbia University protester makes of today’s pro-Palestinian encampmentA college professor who protested the Vietnam War in 1968 compares her experiences with the pro-Palestinian protests currently happening at Columbia University.
What landed Fargo on the list of U.S. cities with the worst short-term particle pollution?The Fargo-Moorhead area is ranked 24th of the 25 U.S. cities with the worst short-term particle pollution, which is caused by factories, power plants, vehicle emissions and fires.
Play2min 54secElevator or stairs? Your choice could boost longevity, study findsA new study shows people who are in the habit of climbing stairs are less likely to die from heart disease compared to those who don't. Stair climbers also had a slight boost in longevity.
Israeli officials concerned about possible ICC arrest warrants as pressure mounts over war in GazaIsraeli officials appear increasingly concerned that the International Criminal Court may issue arrest warrants against the country’s leaders. Their concerns come as international pressure mounts over the war in Gaza.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch has torn patellar tendon in right knee after collision with playerMinnesota coach Chris Finch has a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee after a collision with Timberwolves guard Mike Conley in the fourth quarter of the team’s playoff win over the Phoenix Suns.
All grown up, but still fighting? Why more siblings are turning to therapy, togetherPlenty of people go to couples therapy — why not siblings therapy? Experts say the long, complicated relationships between siblings are worth exploring and tending to.
CDC says 3 women diagnosed with HIV after receiving 'vampire facial'Although HIV transmission from contaminated blood through unsterile injection is a well-known risk, the CDC said this is the first documentation of probable infections involving cosmetic services.
World Central Kitchen says it will resume operations in GazaThe aid group said the humanitarian situation in Gaza remains dire and that it has almost 8 million meals ready to distribute. The group halted efforts after Israeli strikes killed seven workers.
Candace Parker, 3-time WNBA and 2-time Olympic champion, says 'it's time' to retireAfter 16 seasons, two Olympic gold medals and three WNBA championships, Candace Parker announced her retirement from professional basketball on Sunday.
No Republican endorsement in the 7th Congressional District. Tad Jude gets nod in the 3rdRepublican delegates in Minnesota’s 7th Congressional District failed to endorse a candidate Saturday. Delegates to the Republican 3rd Congressional District convention endorsed Tad Jude Saturday.
Police officer hiring in U.S. increases in 2023 after years of decline, survey showsU.S. police departments have reported a year-over-year increase in sworn officers for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic and the police killing of George Floyd. A survey released by the Police Executive Research Forum shows more officers were hired in 2023 than in any of the previous four years.
Santana homers again, drives in 4, as Twins rout Angels 16-5Carlos Santana hit a home run in his third consecutive game and drove in four runs as the Minnesota Twins scored 10 times over the first four innings and extended their winning streak to six with a 16-5 victory over the Los Angeles Angels.
Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus headline Women's Basketball Hall of Fame induction ceremonyThe Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame had a huge Minnesota feel to it with the induction of Maya Moore and Seimone Augustus enshrined on Saturday night.