The warmest winter in Minnesota history is about to deliver one more shot of record warmth. Then get ready for a chill down to near-normal temperatures by next week. Get more on Updraft.
The lodge was fully engulfed in flames as crews from eight fire departments battled the fire. Resort officials said it’s a total loss. The State Fire Marshal’s Office is investigating.
Both new and used electric vehicles purchased or leased on or after May 25, 2023, are eligible. For new vehicles, the rebates are up to $2,500. For used vehicles, it’s up to $600.
Democrats selected Murphy as the top figure in the caucus days after Majority Leader Kari Dziedzic announced that she would step down from the role for health reasons. Murphy, 63, previously was a House majority leader for the DFL back in 2013 and 2014.
Union leaders voted unanimously to authorize a Feb. 15 strike vote for all three bargaining groups — teachers, educational assistants and school and community service professionals. St. Paul educators have been working without a contract since July of last year.
Samantha Jo Petersen, 35, of Kellogg, was charged in Fillmore County District Court on Monday with 21 counts including criminal vehicular homicide and driving under the influence of drugs. The Sept. 25 crash killed 7-year-old Wilma Miller and 11-year-old Irma Miller.
During what’s sure to be another contentious election year, MPR News is launching Talking Sense. It’s a year-long reporting project that helps you navigate challenging political conversations in a way that’s aimed at preserving your relationships.
Nevada is one of six swing states that will get outsized attention in the general election and is the first swing state to vote early, making it a testing ground for the candidates, even if the races aren't that competitive on paper. We'll have the results here.
A federal appeals panel ruled Tuesday that Donald Trump can face trial on charges that he plotted to overturn the results of the 2020 election. It also sets the stage for additional appeals from the Republican ex-president that could reach the U.S. Supreme Court.
The second atmospheric river to hit the West Coast in as many weeks has stalled over Southern California, dumping more than 9 inches of rain over 24 hours in some areas near Los Angeles. Climate change has primed the atmosphere to hold more water.
