University of Minnesota eliminates nutrition outreach program amid federal SNAP cuts

A program dedicated to nutrition education for low-income residents across Minnesota is coming to an end after 35 years. This week, the University of Minnesota Extension Service laid off all 60 of its full-time SNAP-Ed educators. The $7.2 million...

Concert review: Belcher’s violin elegant and expressive in Minnesota Orchestra’s German Romances

Cecilia Belcher, assistant principal second violin for the Minnesota Orchestra, gets the spotlight this weekend as she performs the solo part in two Romances — instrumental works that are elegant and tender — by Ludwig van Beethoven. The concert...

Minnesota State Fair unveils new foods for 2025

Street parking during the State Fair will now cost attendees Street parking during the State Fair will now cost attendees 00:57 The Minnesota State Fair has unveiled its new foods for 2025, including chicken-fried bacon fries, dill pickle iced tea...

Minnesota now recognizes South Dakota enhanced concealed carry permits

Minnesota DNR invites people to share pheasant and turkey observations

Minnesota DNR expands library pass program to provide more access to state parks and recreation areas

Officials asking for help finding missing northern Minnesota man

The Lake County Sheriff's Office says Gene Doherty hasn't been seen since he left his mother's home on July 1 without his dog. SILVER BAY, Minn. — Officials are asking for the public's help locating a 40-year-old man who hasn't been seen since...

Former Ferris State Star Bradley Marek Signs One-Year Contract with NHL’s Minnesota Wild

Bradley Marek, a former standout at Ferris State University, has signed a one-year entry-level contract with the NHL's Minnesota Wild. The 24-year-old forward made his mark with the Bulldogs between 2021-2023, posting 36 points from 17 goals and...

In opening bell ceremony, Minnesota CEOs take economy’s pulse

Harmening said companies don’t just invest in office space when they choose Minnesota for their headquarters. They invest in neighborhoods, schools, parks and cultural institutions, he said. Best Buy CEO Corie Barry, who grew up in rural...

Center for Biological Diversity, Friends of the Boundary Waters Wilderness, MINNESOTA CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY, WaterLegacy, Fond Du Lac Band of Lake Superior vs MINNESOTA POLLUTION CONTROL AGENCY - Minnesota Judicial Branch (.gov)

DOJ investigating Minnesota state agency's hiring practices

The Trump administration said Thursday that it has opened an investigation into whether a Minnesota state agency's newly updated affirmative action policy violates civil rights laws. The Minnesota Department of Human Services' policy requires...

University of Minnesota athletics budget faces $8.75 million deficit, driven largely by new payments to players

The new revenue-sharing model, authorized by an NCAA legal settlement last month, has radically changed the landscape of college sports. MINNEAPOLIS — The University of Minnesota's athletics budget faces an $8.75 million deficit in the upcoming...

Minnesota State Fair 2025 new food and vendors

Minnesota Lynx vs Phoenix Mercury Prediction and Betting Tips - July 9 | 2025 WNBA season

The Minnesota Lynx will look to go further clear atop the WNBA standings when they visit the Phoenix Mercury on Wednesday. The Lynx enter the game as the top-placed team with a 17-2 record, while the Mercury, 13-6, are second. The Lynx won their...

The Trump administration is investigating Minnesota's DHS — here's why

Amid DOJ investigation, MN DHS says controversial hiring policy has been in place ‘since 2002’

SAINT PAUL, Minn. (GRAY) – The Justice Department’s (DOJ) Civil Rights Division announced on Thursday that it will be investigating the state of Minnesota, including the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS), to determine whether it has...

Justice Department investigating State of Minnesota, Minnesota DHS

DHS said in a statement that it follows all state and federal hiring laws, saying that justification for non-affirmative action hires has been required since 1987. ST PAUL, Minn. — The U.S. Justice Department is looking into the hiring practices...

Tim Walz blasted for costing Minnesota taxpayers $430K in legal prep ahead of Hill hearing

Fox News contributor Jason Chaffetz joins 'Fox & Friends' to discuss why Minnesota is being sued over tuition benefits for migrants, why critics are outraged over Zohran Mamdani's policies and his new book, 'They're Coming for You.' NEWYou can now...

Pelicans squad falls to Minnesota in Summer League opener

Jeremiah Fears from downtown for his first bucket 🎯 pic.twitter.com/cxnvu0bGV4 — New Orleans Pelicans (@PelicansNBA) July 10, 2025 The debut of the 2025 New Orleans Pelicans Summer League team was a mixed bag of mistakes and impressive moments. In...

US probes Minnesota, George Mason University over DEI, hiring practises

By Kanishka Singh WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The U.S. government on Thursday announced probes into hiring practices and diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives by the state of Minnesota and Virginia’s George Mason University. It was the latest...