People trapped, unaccounted for after deadly Wis., Minn. twisters
At least two dead in Wisconsin and Oklahoma, dozens hurt, widespread damage
Minnesota
Tornado tears through mobile home park, leaving at least 1 dead
At least one person is dead and 15 injured after tornado hit a mobile home park in Wisconsin; another tornado touched down in Oklahoma
Why is Minnesota experiencing the worst measles outbreak in nearly 30 years?
If you don't have the vaccine that prevents measles, there's a 90 percent chance that you'll contract the virus if exposed
Doctors warn measles outbreak still "early" as cases increase
There are now 44 cases reported in Minnesota, and all but two of the cases involve unvaccinated patients
Measles outbreak in Minnesota sickens dozens
The outbreak is the latest example of a tight-knit community in which the highly contagious disease has gained a foothold
Reporter issues correction, of sorts, on "worst place to live" article
In 2015, Chris Inghram wrote that a small Minnesota county was the worst place to live in America. Then he paid a visit.
Cops exposed to apparent chemicals following police chase
Four officers were hospitalized after being overtaken by a chemical odor coming from a vehicle while making an arrest
Boy dies in accidental hanging in dressing room
Police say Ryu Pena died in a tragic accident after his sweatshirt got caught on a hook
Tim Kaine’s youngest son arrested at Trump rally
Linwood Michael Kaine among five people arrested after police said they disrupted a pro-Donald Trump rally in Minnesota
Another state lifts Prohibition-era ban on buying alcohol on Sundays
Gov. Mark Dayton signed a bill Tuesday lifting the decades-old ban, capping off an intense effort at the Capitol that goes back years
Mystery over natural phenomenon at Minnesota waterfall finally solved
The Devil's Kettle waterfall in Minnesota has stumped scientists for years
Best states 2017
U.S. News & World Report reveals its inaugural rankings, based on factors including education, health care and the economy
Police: Man kills mom, sets home ablaze, shoots at cops during 50-mile chase
Homicide investigation turns into high-speed chase with police dodging gunfire
Minn. town announces criminal investigation into teen sexting
A criminal defense attorney said that it is considered "child pornography," even if it is between two teens
Judge denies DOJ request to postpone travel ban hearing
The 9th Circuit Appeals Court ruled against Trump’s travel ban last week, declining to stay the suspension of the ban imposed by a lower court
Travel ban ruling: 9th Circuit will not reinstate travel ban
The 9th Circuit ruled on whether to reinstate the travel ban affecting persons from seven countries, setting up a potential Supreme Court showdown
Travel ban ruling to be announced by appeals court
The 9th Circuit will rule by the end of the business day Thursday on whether or not to reinstate the president's travel ban on travelers from seven countries
Couple's close encounter with "huge" wolf goes viral
Man used his car to help guide the wolf back into the woods
2 states, 97 tech companies file to fight Trump’s travel ban
Washington, Minnesota tell federal appeals court restoring ban would "unleash chaos again"; Justice Dept. must answer by late-day
Prosecutor: Parents accused of letting sick child die flee
The Minnesota parents allegedly didn't take their adopted seven-year-old son to a doctor after he became ill -- he was found unresponsive on a vomit-covered mattress in 2015
Mom speaks out on fight over transgender daughter's treatment
Fight over sex-change treatment for Minnesota teenager, parental rights is playing out in court
Minn. Governor Mark Dayton says he has prostate cancer
The Minnesota governor revealed the diagnosis hours after collapsing during his State of the State address
Report: Woman in labor drove van with 7 kids inside
One man is in custody after police pulled over a swerving minivan and found a woman in labor, a gun, and 7 children, reports the Minneapolis Star-Tribune
Parents accused of letting boy die rather than bring him to doctors
Seven-year-old Seth Johnson was covered in bruises and blisters when he died of pancreatitis and possible sepsis
Police shoot, kill biology teacher during hotel struggle
Police were called to the scene on a report that Chase Tuseth was behind the lobby counter throwing things
Iran admits protest deaths, but claims situation "under total control"
As Trump mulls his options, Iran's top diplomat claims more than two weeks of deadly anti-government unrest is under control, and he's willing to negotiate.
Fed served with Justice Dept. subpoenas, Powell says
The subpoenas threatened a criminal indictment related to Fed Chairman Jerome Powell's testimony before the Senate Banking Committee in June 2025, he says.
Mom warns of risks after daughter's death revealed links to online nihilists
Jaimee Seitz said her daughter was convinced to take her own life by members of the online True Crime Community, or TCC, who glorify mass shootings, violence and nihilism.
Who won Golden Globes for 2026? See the full winners list here
The 2026 Golden Globes honored the standouts in both film and television from last year. See the full list of winners and nominees.
Trump warns Cuba to make a "deal" on oil after Maduro ouster
President Trump on Saturday announced that Venezuela has "started the process" of releasing its political prisoners.
Surfer missing for over 30 hours rescued, dramatic video shows
A U.S. Coast Guard crew on Friday rescued a 68-year-old man who had become stranded one day earlier while surfing in Puerto Rico.
Justice Department has scrapped its "Peacemakers" office
In the civil rights era, the agency formed its Community Relations Service, a group of dozens of federal specialists who were informally referred to as "America's peacemaker."
Democrat Mary Peltola launches Alaska Senate bid
Mary Peltola served as Alaska's representative in the U.S. House from 2022 to 2025.
Nurses strike begins in New York City as thousands walk off jobs
The largest nurses strike ever in New York City is underway as thousands walk off their jobs at major hospitals.