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That’s my dad — and this is our country
Yesterday, thanks to a tweet from someone making a snide comment (surprise!), the internet was flooded with comments about Tim Walz’s son Gus, who stood up during his dad’s speech at the Democratic National Convention and shouted, “That’s my dad,” with tears running down his face. So first of all, it needs to be pointed […]
Republican offensive risks backfiring with transgender friends, family
Former President Trump and other Republicans are casting Vice President Harris and Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as left-wing radicals whose administration would initiate a seismic cultural shift meant to undermine conservative values, especially when it comes to advancing protections for transgender Americans. It’s a strategy meant to excite conservative voters and win over parts of the center,…
Thousands of Minnesotans still without power after severe weather
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Xcel Energy said about 250,000 customers lost power during the powerful thunderstorms that rolled across the Twin Cities late Monday and early Tuesday.Jessica Gonko thought it was a tornado that caused a large tree to fall onto her home, smashing into her bedroom window in the South Como neighborhood of St. Paul."An interesting way to wake up for sure," said Gonko. "The trees were blowing and they were almost bent in half."Despite the damage, power was back in her neighborhood just after noon Tuesday.However, 20 minutes down the road on St. Paul's east side, Kong Vang...
State Fair upgrades Crop Art exhibit
MINNESOTA, USA — One of the longest lines at the Minnesota State Fair isn't for fried food but to see seeds. The Crop Art exhibit is a staple and has been planting memories for many over the years. The long lines have also been a staple, and that's why the fair redesigned the exhibit.
50 years of saving birds: U’s Raptor Center sees thousands a year
Listen50 years of saving birds: U’s Raptor Center sees thousands a year. There are lots of creatures at the fair. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer took the time to meet a feathered one: Rowan the red-tailed hawk. She also spoke with Lori Arent, Assistant Director of The Raptor Center...
HomeTown names Corcoran as next CEO following Westphal's retirement
After an illustrious career spanning 34 years, Kim Westphal, CEO of HomeTown Credit Union, has announced her retirement, effective March 2025. During her tenure, Westphal has been instrumental in driving the credit union’s growth, expanding its reach, and solidifying its reputation as a trusted financial partner in the community. Westphal joined HomeTown Credit Union in 1990, contributing significantly to its transformation from a small, employee-based credit union with $8M in assets and 3,500 members to a robust financial institution serving over 24,500 members across 26...
Sheetz Opens Doors to First Michigan Store, Early Birds Wait for Hours
A large crowd gathered early Tuesday morning (August 27) for the grand opening of Sheetz, a new 24/7 convenience store in Michigan. Located at 33380 Wick Road in Romulus, near Detroit Metro Airport, the store is the first Michigan location for the Pennsylvania-based franchise. Michigan's First Sheetz Store. Some eager...
Wild Rice Tool Crafting Workshops Draw Families to Grand Portage to Prepare for Ricing Season
Michelle Marion (Akimel O'odham and Anishinaabe, Leech Lake) makes a winnowing basket. All photos ©Anne Brataas, 2024. GRAND PORTAGE, August 27, 2024—Most school principals 10 days from the start of the school year are office-bound and bleary-eyed from emails, staff trainings, and mountains of back-to-school prep—even on the weekends.
Dog lost for 55 days in Boundary Waters found safe
ELY, Minn. (FOX 9) - Whether it's person-to-person or man-to-man's best friend, establishing a relationship usually involves building trust. An experienced camper's ability to do just that with a lost dog named Lessie brought the canine's nearly two month-long odyssey to a close. "So excited. I knew that she could...
Minnesota state senator pleads not guilty to burglarizing stepmother's home
DETROIT LAKES, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota state senator has pleaded not guilty to burglarizing the home of her estranged stepmother after her father's death. Sen. Nicole Mitchell, a Democrat from the St. Paul suburb of Woodbury, was charged in April. She told police at the time that she broke into the home in the northwestern Minnesota town of Detroit Lakes because her stepmother refused to give her items of sentimental value from her late father, including his ashes, according to the felony criminal complaint. ...
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