Minnesota TikTok stars speak out against potential ban
TikTok chose to do its media presentation in the Twin Cities at Glam Doll Donuts in south MInneapolis. Among the presenters were two local women who are thriving on the platform.
Preparing communities for increasing climate change disasters
The flooding clean-up continues in parts of southern and northern Minnesota. It's a reminder of how quickly these events can happen and how permanently lives can be changed. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy investigates the evidence of climate change here at home and across the nation.
Minnesota unveils new home payment assistance program for first-time, first-generation buyers
There's a new state program to help first-time home buyers with their down payments.
Political parties vying to bolster support in western Wisconsin
After seeing a red sweep in 2016, all eyes are on Wisconsin ahead of the general election. Esme Murphy dives into why western Wisconsin votes are so critical for both President Biden and President Trump.
Rep. Omar talks 5th Congressional District rematch, continued support for President Biden after debate
Early voting is already underway for Minnesota's primary and one of the biggest contests is in the 5th Congressional District where Rep. Ilhan Omar is in a rematch with former Minneapolis City Councilman Don Samuels.
Minnesota political strategists say Biden-Trump debate will hinge on who makes "the least mistakes"
Thursday night will be the first of two presidential debates before the general election. For both candidates, the stakes are high. The race is essentially tied, but former President Donald Trump is leading over President Biden in key swing states.
Don Samuels denies sexist statements made in podcast amid Rep. Ilhan Omar rematch
One of the big showdowns in August's primary is the Fifth Congressional District rematch between Democratic Congresswoman Ilhan Omar and former Minneapolis City Council member Don Samuels.
Life-changing bill for adoptees takes effect July 1
Starting July 1, a new law will make Minnesota only the 15th state to allow adoptees full access to their original birth certificate.
Woman sentenced to 15 years for part in New Year's Eve drive-by that hurt St. Paul boy
A 28-year-old woman was sentenced on Monday to more than 15 years in prison for her part in the 2023 New Year's Eve drive-by shooting in St. Paul that critically injured a 10-year-old boy.
Controversial Senate candidate Royce White says it's time for Minnesota Republicans to try something new
Republicans last month overwhelmingly chose Royce White to run against Sen. Amy Klobuchar.
Does Trump's criminal conviction matter to voters?
In just five months, voters will head to the polls to vote for the next president of the United States. In Talking Points, Esme Murphy looks at the potential impact after Donald Trump's conviction on 34 felony counts.
Feeding Our Future fraud trial juror receives $120,000 in cash with promise of more if she'll acquit
A juror was dismissed from a multimillion-dollar fraud trial on Monday after reporting that a woman dropped a bag of $120,000 cash at her home over the weekend.
Minneapolis police chief speaks out after fatal shooting of officer Jamal Mitchell
Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O'Hara has something he really wants people to know about officer Jamal Mitchell.
Ticks may be worse after the mild winter. Here's what you need to know about tick-borne disease.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Minnesota is the fifth worst state for tick-borne illnesses. But after the mild winter the state just saw, ticks could get much worse than usual.
Pine City voters show strong support for former President Donald Trump ahead of 2024 election
"We are in the saddest shape we have ever been in and I'm 80 years old and we've never seen anything like this," Pine City resident John Hancock said.