MN COVID-19 Cases Staying In Low Thousands
Minnesota's coronavirus cases continue to hover in the low thousands. [...]
Mankato Schools COVID Update (Jan. 22)
This week Mankato elementary students had a successful return to [...]
Gov. Walz Releases Clean Energy Proposals
Governor Tim Walz is setting loftier goals for Minnesota when [...]
Snow Event Predicted For This Weekend
Much of central and southern Minnesota will see snow this [...]
MN passes 6,000 COVID deaths
The state Health Department is reporting 32 new deaths from [...]
MN Senate Republicans repeat: No tax increases
No tax increases -- income, sales or gas tax -- [...]
MN Senate Republicans want re-opening decisions to rest solely with school districts
Decisions on putting students back into the classroom would be [...]
Reopening MN businesses is on state Senate Republicans top-priority list
No surprise that re-opening Minnesota businesses are among top priorities [...]
MDH offers COVID testing recommendations for students going back to school
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) is updating its COVID-19 [...]
MDH offers quicker COVID case investigation tool
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) has launched a new [...]
MN-DOT data allows comparisons on how well trial snow tools are performing
A three-year trial program of new snow clearing tech for [...]
Rep Emmer: hopeful about Biden’s message of unity, but skeptical
President Joe Biden says one of his top priorities is [...]
Unemployment rate drops slightly
Minnesota's unemployment rate dropped to 4.4 percent last month, down [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 1,292 in MN (Jan. 21)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
High Speed Chase Results in Arrests in Blue Earth County
Just after 2:00 am on 01-21-21 a Blue Earth County [...]
Man accused of threatening police arrested on weapons charge
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — A Minnesota man who allegedly [...]
Minnesota vaccine pilot program spots for first week filled
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota health officials on Wednesday announced that [...]
Blue Earth County Covid Update (Jan. 21)
Blue Earth County has reported 5,410 cases of COVID 19 [...]
Top analyst on precedent set with VP Harris
Kamala Harris is officially the 49th Vice President of the [...]
Prosecutors find no criminal wrongdoing in MN capitol demonstration
Ramsey County prosecutors have determined there was *not* criminal wrongdoing [...]
Analyst Weighs in on Chances of Biden “Bridging the Gap”
A top Minnesota analyst says President Biden will have a [...]
Top analyst on challenges of Senate impeachment case
What are the next steps in the impeachment of former [...]
Sen Smith on next steps with Biden as President
Now that President Joe Biden is in office, it's time [...]
Sen Klobuchar at Biden inauguration
Senator Klobuchar speaking at Joe Biden's inauguration: "Have we become [...]
MN Republicans blast Biden for executive orders reversing Trump signature policies
Minnesota Republicans are blasting President Biden for undoing some of [...]
One Injured in North Mankato Fire
The North Mankato Fire Department was called to a residential [...]
Mankato Clinic Statement on Vaccine Availability
“Mankato Clinic is receiving a high volume of calls from [...]
Applications Being Accepted for Blue Earth County’s Business Assistance Grant Program
At the Blue Earth County Board of Commissioners meeting, the [...]
Mankato and North Mankato partner on fixed route bus service
Beginning Monday, February 1, a newly structured Route 5 and Kato Flex [...]
Portion of Poplar Street to temporarily close January 20
Beginning at 7 a.m., Wednesday, January 20, a portion of [...]
Sen. Klobuchar to Speak at Inauguration
At approximately 10:15 a.m. CT, U.S. Senator Amy Klobuchar will [...]
Sen Smith: glad to hear McConnell speak out against Trump’s claims of election fraud
"Feeding lies." That's what Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell of [...]
MN lawmakers on Biden inauguration
U-S Representative for Minnesota's 4th District Betty McCollum will be [...]
Top analyst on priorities of Biden administration in the coming days.
Joe Biden will take the oath of office today and [...]
Insulin Safety Net Program helps Minnesotans access affordable insulin
If you are having trouble paying for the cost of [...]
Stepped up security at MN Capitol this Inauguration Day
There's stepped-up security at the State Capitol and other locations [...]
MN DFL chair says Republicans must stop siding with Nazis, white supremacists
Minnesota Democratic Party Chairman Ken Martin says Republican leaders' continued [...]
Rough launch for state’s COVID vaccination appointment website
It was a less-than-smooth rollout Tuesday when Minnesota seniors jostling [...]
2020 Home Sales Strong, Amid Pandemic
Minnesota home sales were strong in 2020. Chris Galler president [...]
Schedule of Events for Inauguration Day
BIDEN/HARRIS --Before he takes the oath of office, President-elect Biden [...]
Klobuchar on tomorrow’s inauguration
After over a year of planning, the next President of [...]
Judge orders company to take 3M’s trademarks off N95 masks
A federal judge has ordered a Florida company accused of [...]
Police looking for who shot “errant bullet” that killed man in Willmar garage
Police in Willmar in west-central Minnesota are asking the public's [...]
MN officials launching pilot program for second phase of COVID vaccinations
Minnesota today (Tues around noon) opens COVID vaccinations to those [...]
Minnesota opening limited COVID vaccinations to 65 and older, teachers, others
At around noon today (Tues) on-line, a new group of [...]
MMA President praises state’s vaccine plan expansion, urges patience
The Minnesota Medical Association (MMA) welcomes the state's plan to [...]
Top analyst on precedent for presidential inaugurations
There's been a lot of build-up in recent days to [...]
MN officials launching pilot program for second phase of COVID vaccinations
State officials are launching a pilot program at nine locations [...]
850 MN guard members among soldiers securing inauguration
About 850 members of the Minnesota National Guard are among [...]
As Governor Walz Calls for Further Supply from Federal Government, Minnesota Launches COVID-19 Vaccine Pilot Program
Minnesota is launching a COVID-19 vaccine pilot program, partnering with [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 980 in MN (Jan. 18)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Blue Earth County Has 11 People in the ICU With COVID (Jan. 18)
Blue Earth County has reported 5,363 cases of COVID 19 [...]
Travel company to refund $655K to Minnesota music students
A Colorado-based travel company has agreed to refund more than [...]
Walz blasts feds for uncertainty over vaccine expansion
Gov. Tim Walz has sharply criticized the federal government for [...]
Minneapolis council to try again with plan to replace police
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Some Minneapolis City Council members are preparing [...]
Police: Willmar man working in garage killed by stray bullet
WILLMAR, Minn. (AP) — Authorities are investigating the death of [...]
Minnesota lists 1,364 new virus cases, 40 additional deaths
Minnesota health officials are confirming 1,364 new cases of COVID-19 [...]
Walz to Discuss Vaccine Distribution
Jan. 18 Governor Tim Walz will join the Minnesota Department [...]
Some countries requiring COVID testing before coming home
Going on a Caribbean or Mexican vacation just got a [...]
Walz will ask legislature for money to beef-up security at State Capitol
Governor Tim Walz has put lawmakers on notice that when [...]
Walz, Flanagan want open-carry laws changed for State Capitol Complex
Governor Tim Walz is talking about changes to a Minnesota [...]
Advocates call for a ban on menthol tobacco this MLK Jr Day
On this Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Day, Black leaders [...]
Walz angry at Trump administration response on COVID vaccines
Governor Tim Walz and his counterparts in Wisconsin (Tony Evers) [...]
A-G Ellison calls for end of divisiveness as State Capitol security ramps up
Minnesota law enforcement is protecting the State Capitol from potential [...]
MVAC Talks Energy Assistance Program In Our Area
https://www.mixcloud.com/KTOE/mvac-interview-1-15-21/ Listen as we talk with Sheila from MVAC on [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 1,640 in MN (Jan. 15)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
“Extra” COVID vaccine in some areas of MN could go to those age 65+
State health officials say small amounts of COVID vaccine are [...]
First winter storm of new year hitting Minnesota
Snowplow operators are out in full force across the state [...]
State officials say no data yet on how many MN health care workers are refusing COVID vaccine
State officials say they don't have data yet on how [...]
Walz to discuss security at MN Capitol for run-up to Biden inauguration
Safety and security in Minnesota in the days up to [...]
DPS urges caution around State Capitol building in the days ahead
The Minnesota Department of Public Safety (DPS) and the State [...]
DNR unveils new critical habitat license plate
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Commissioner Sarah Strommen today unveiled [...]
Officer Arik Matson at MN Capitol, bill introduced increasing penalties for attempted murder of officer
Waseca Police Officer Arik Matson at the State Capitol, just [...]
Governor Walz Directs $67.3 Million to Businesses Impacted by COVID-19 Closures
Governor Tim Walz today announced the Minnesota Department of Revenue [...]
Sen. Jasinski, Rep. Petersburg introduce bill increasing penalties for attempted murder of police
Minnesota Senator John Jasinski (R-Faribault) and Representative John Petersburg (R-Waseca) [...]
BECHS Seeking Board Candidates
The Blue Earth County Historical Society is currently seeking candidates [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 1,598 in MN (Jan. 14)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
MnDOT, DEED award nearly $2 million for infrastructure investment – includes Highway 14 in Nicollet County
Four projects in Greater Minnesota will receive a total of [...]
Mankato Salvation Army Meets Christmas Campaign Goal
Roughly a week after collections would be traditionally ending, the [...]
Storm expected to severely impact travel in southwestern Minnesota
Motorists are advised that the forecast storm will likely result [...]
Mayo Clinic Health System reopening 5 clinics, changing hospital visitor policy
Mayo Clinic Health System is resuming operations at five area [...]
Sen. Jasinski, Rep. Petersburg, Officer Arik Matson, present legislation to increase penalties for injuring law enforcement
TODAY a bill will be formally introduced in both the [...]
Walz extends Minnesota’s coronavirus state of emergency
Gov. Tim Walz has extended Minnesota's peacetime state of emergency [...]
Walz activates MN Natl Guard to protect State Capitol amid reports of possible violence
As expected Governor Tim Walz today (Wed) activated the Minnesota [...]
Omar, Hagedorn weigh in on impeachment vote
Minnesota's Congressional delegation voted along party lines on the 2nd [...]
MN House Democrats outline priorities, Senate Republicans leery
Emergency assistance to families... grants to child care providers... expanding [...]
Trump impeachment trial in Senate could happen after he leaves office
Whether President Trump is convicted of impeachment charges the Democrat-controlled [...]
14th Amendment enters Trump Impeachment Conversation
After last week's riots at the U.S. Capitol, there has [...]
First 2021 snowstorm developing in MN today
The first winter storm of the new year is expected [...]
More MN Reaction to 2nd impeachment of Donald Trump
Minnesota's Congressional delegation voted along party lines on the 2nd [...]
Rep. Hagedorn Defends Votes Over Capitol Events, Impeachment
https://www.mixcloud.com/KTOE/interview-with-rep-jim-hagedorn/
COVID Cases Rise by 1,504 in MN (Jan. 13)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Hagedorn Statement on Democrats’ Effort to Invoke 25th Amendment
Congressman Jim Hagedorn (MN-01) voted against H. Res. 21 – [...]
Minnesota launches dashboard for coronavirus vaccine data
Minnesota has launched a dashboard to provide more information on [...]
Auto dealers suing over proposed electric vehicle mandate
A state-level push for electric cars is being challenged in [...]
Students tell legislators about mental health struggles during distance learning
Mental health struggles... falling behind on assignments...feelings of failure...a "disconnect" [...]
FBI reports credible threats of violence next Sunday at MN State Capitol
Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison says the state must be [...]
Walz warns feds’ stepped-up vaccination plan not do-able without more doses
Governor Tim Walz warns the federal government's plan to make [...]
Rep Angie Craig to vote for impeachment, Hagedorn Will Not
Minnesota House Democrats are expected to vote in favor of [...]
Walz to deploy MN Natl Guard to protect State Capitol from possible violence
It's expected Governor Tim Walz will issue an order today [...]
New slurry spreader used in MN-Dot trial could be a game changer
With more winter weather possible across the state this week, [...]
Officer with knee to George Floyd’s neck to be tried alone
A former Minneapolis police officer who held his knee to [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 1,335 in MN (Jan. 12)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Fire safety officials call for explosive gas alarms in homes
Among the increase in fire deaths experienced in Minnesota last [...]
Minnesotans fish free with kids Jan. 16-18
Take a Kid Ice Fishing Weekend is this Saturday, Jan. [...]
83 People in the Hospital With COVID In Blue Earth County
Blue Earth County has reported a total of 5,274 cases [...]
Walz angry, says threats made against his family during State Capitol protest
An angry Governor Tim Walz at a morning (Mon) forum [...]
Gov. Walz accuses Pres. Trump of inciting sedition
As the Democrat-controlled U-S House prepares to impeach President Trump [...]
House DFL leaders investigating GOP lawmakers’ attendance at MN Capitol rally
Minnesota House Democratic leaders say they're investigating after several Republican [...]
MDH Commissioner: grateful for Monday’s relative few COVID deaths, but not necessarily a trend
The Minnesota Health Department (MDH) is reporting four new deaths [...]
FBI warns of planned armed protests at state and national capitols
National media outlets report the F-B-I is warning of plans [...]
GOP, DFL leaders clash over reported threat against Gov. Walz
Reports of threats against Governor Tim Walz during last Wednesday's [...]
Stimulus Scams Going Around
The second round of federal stimulus checks have been released [...]
MN GOP condemns violent rhetoric at State Capitol rally
All members of the Minnesota House Republican Caucus have issued [...]
Rep McCollum says Trump perpetuating lies, GOP says Democrats stoking divisions
U-S House Democrats have brought forward an article of impeachment [...]
MDH offers update on new COVID-19 variant
The new, more contagious variant of COVID-19 has been detected [...]
Mankato Man Accused of Kidnapping Convicted of Drug Charges
A Mankato man accused of kidnapping and convicted of drug [...]
Le Sueur County Sheriff Warns of Thin Ice on Area Lakes
Le Sueur County Sheriff Brett Mason reports the unseasonably mild [...]
Public Safety responds to structure fire on North Riverfront Drive
Mankato Public Safety responded to the report of a structure [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 980 in MN (Jan. 11)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Minneapolis officer reprimanded for speaking to press
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minneapolis police officer who criticized the [...]
Mother, father arrested in death of 3-year-old daughter
ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) — Authorities say the mother and [...]
More contagious virus variant discovered in Twin Cities area
(AP) — Minnesota health officials have confirmed five cases of [...]
MN GOP blasts Twitter for banning Trump, DFL responds Republicans politically “bankrupt”
Minnesota Republican Party Chair Jennifer Carnahan says Twitter's decision to [...]
Sen Smith on moving forward from siege of U-S Capitol
After the chaos of last week in Washington, DC, U-S [...]
US House could take steps today calling for removal of President Trump
U-S House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says the House will start [...]
First flu death in the state reported
Minnesota has reported the first flu-related death in the state. [...]
MN restaurants, bars can re-open today at reduced capacity
"It's a great start, but it is not enough." ....Hospitality [...]
Applications being accepted for Mankato’s Community Grant program
Mankato-Community grant applications will be accepted until 4:30 p.m., Friday, February 12. [...]
COVID-19 vaccinations underway for Mankato’s first responders
Members of Mankato's Public Safety team who are eligible and [...]
Governor Walz Joins States Across U.S. in Ordering Flags Flown at Half-Staff to Honor Capitol Police Officers
In accordance with a proclamation issued by the President, Governor [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 2,387 in MN (Jan. 8)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Walz calls for codifying some pandemic emergency orders
(AP) — Gov. Tim Walz has proposed to legislative leaders [...]
4 Minnesota GOP lawmakers silent on blame for Capitol siege
(AP) — The four Republicans in Minnesota’s congressional delegation split [...]
Impeachment unlikely with only two weeks left in Trump’s term
President Trump says he's focused on ensuring a smooth transition [...]
No immediate ruling in request to delay trial in Floyd case
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A Minnesota judge overseeing the case against [...]
Now is a good time to test for radon
Minnesota health officials are encouraging you to test your home [...]
Top MN analyst on Wednesday’s events in D-C
Carleton College political analyst Steven Schier says Wednesday's events in [...]
Sen Smith joins others, calls for removal of President Trump
Republican congressman Adam Kinzinger from Illinois is calling for President [...]
Walz wants main COVID emergency orders put in state law
Governor Tim Walz is urging legislative leaders to put into [...]
Rep Omar calls for Trump impeachment
Congresswoman Ilhan Omar has written articles of impeachment against President [...]
Republicans not enthusiastic about Walz request to put COVID orders in state law
The leader of the Republican-controlled Minnesota Senate doesn't seem particularly [...]
Minnesota saw increase in fire deaths in 2020
At least 53 people died in fires in Minnesota last [...]
DFL Party Calls for Reps Hagedorn and Fischbach to be Expelled from Congress
Today, the Minnesota Democratic-Farmer-Labor Party called on the United States [...]
Six Burglaries Related in Blue Earth, Nicollet Counties
Since the beginning of November, the Blue Earth County Sheriff’s [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 2,004 in MN (Jan. 7)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Mankato UZONE bus route service updates
Service updates to Mankato's UZONE bus routes, which serve the [...]
McClelland Donates campaign funds
Leroy McClelland, who was defeated in his run for the [...]
Gov. Walz announced changes to state restrictions on bars, restaurants, and entertainment venues
Governor Tim Walz announced changes to state restrictions on bars, [...]
Rep Craig on chaos in DC; calls on colleagues to condemn the violence
Minnesota Congresswoman Angie Craig says President Trump should not serve [...]
Rep. McCollum sad, outraged about events at U-S Capitol
Four people died as a result of Wednesday's rioting and [...]
Reaction to Walz announcement on bars and restaurants
The announcement from Governor Walz on loosening restrictions is good [...]
Rep. Hagedorn Statement On Situation At The Capitol
Rep. Jim Hagedorn issued this statement on the situation at [...]
Hagedorn Objects to Electoral College Count; Cites Unilateral, Unconstitutional Election Law Changes
Congressman Jim Hagedorn (MN-01) tonight voted to object to the [...]
Pro-Trump protesters at MN Capitol also blast Walz COVID restrictions
Pro-Trump protesters outside the State Capitol Wednesday also directed their [...]
Smith, Klobuchar vote against election objections
After a tumultuous day in Washington, Congress has certified President-elect [...]
2020 Deadly Year On Minnesota Roads
As expected travel volumes were down across the state last [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 2,346 in MN (Jan. 6)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
As COVID-19 Situation Improves, Governor Walz Loosens Restrictions
[ST. PAUL, MN] – As the COVID-19 situation improves by [...]
Registration Opens for Mankato Marathon Jan. 11
On your mark, get set, go! Registration for the 2021 [...]
Rep. Frederick Takes Over Seat Held By Retiring Considine
On the first day of the 2021 legislative session, Rep. [...]
Minnesota trooper assaulted after Brooklyn Center crash
BROOKLYN CENTER, Minn. (AP) — Authorities say a Minnesota state [...]
Republicans, Democrats deeply divided over COVID state aid as 2021 session opens
On the first day of the 2021 Minnesota Legislature, sharp [...]
Republicans again elect Democrat as MN Senate president, hedging bets in case Biden taps Klobuchar for cabinet
"Members, the 2021 COVID adventure begins." Chisholm Senator Dave Tomassoni [...]
As 2021 session opens, Republicans resume challenge to Walz COVID powers
"The legislature's in session now, and we can weigh in." [...]
Will possible bonding bill again get tangled up in debate over Walz COVID powers?
There's talk at the State Capitol, spearheaded by Senator Tom [...]
MN-DOT trying out new road clearing equipment
This winter MN-Dot is trying out four new types of [...]
Hospitality MN hopes Gov Walz announcement today is not “too little, too late”
Governor Tim Walz today (2pm) is expected to announce the [...]
Mankato Salvation Army Falls Short of Christmas Campaign Goal
Still $30,000 shy of its goal, The Salvation Army will [...]
COVID Pandemic proves continued need for reliable broadband
Minnesota Farm Bureau president Kevin Paap says one of the [...]
Fire deaths increase 13 percent in 2020
At least 53 people died last year in fires in Minnesota [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 1,612 in MN (Jan. 5)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center opens main lobby corridor
The Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center's main lobby corridor, 1 Civic [...]
Hwy 169 Corridor Study online public meeting scheduled for January 14
The Mankato/North Mankato Area Planning Organization (MAPO) and Minnesota Department [...]
Rep. Jeremy Munson will host a town hall meeting on Zoom this week
Rep. Jeremy Munson (Republican-Lake Crystal) will host a town hall [...]
Blue Earth County Library Debuts “Ask a Book Nerd” Service
The Blue Earth County Library System has launched a new [...]
Top analyst: Questions loom ahead of Congressional elector vote count
President Trump continues to question the outcome of the 2020 [...]
Two Minnesotans ringing in the New Year as millionaires
Two Minnesotans woke up New Year's Day a million dollars [...]
Republicans to Walz: Let restaurants, bars know today whether they can re-open next Monday
Top Republicans lawmakers on video, urging Governor Tim Walz to [...]
MDH: New Year brings hopeful signs in battle against COVID
State Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm says the new year brings [...]
Restaurants, bars struggling under COVID restrictions asking for more state aid
Leaders of Minnesota's restaurant and bar industry say the legislature [...]
Top analyst on priorities of new legislative session
State lawmakers are back in Saint Paul today as the [...]
MDH says vaccination administration is “on track” in MN
Some have been critical of the state's rollout of COVID-19 [...]
Mankato Elementary Students to Return to Hybrid Learning
At Monday's School Board meeting, the Mankato School Board approved [...]
Walz will loosen COVID restrictions on restaurants
Governor Tim Walz will announce Wednesday afternoon (2pm) what his [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 3,148 in MN (Jan. 4)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Results of Mankato’s “Keep the Wreath Bright, Prevent a Red Light” safety campaign
The Mankato Department of Public Safety's "Keep the Wreath Bright, [...]
Minnesota eatery serves meals in fish houses during pandemic
VERNDALE, Minn. (AP) — A central Minnesota restaurant owner has [...]
Minnesota GOP lawmakers sue to undo state employee pay raise
A pair of Minnesota Republican lawmakers is suing the state’s [...]
Body found in burned vehicle in Goodhue County
Authorities in Goodhue County are investigating a body found in [...]
Police investigate death at Minneapolis homeless encampment
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Police say they are investigating the death [...]
IRS says executors undervalued Prince’s estate by 50%
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The controversy over Prince's estate is heating [...]
Minnesota reports 54 virus deaths to close out 2020 numbers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Minnesota has reported 54 deaths from COVID-19, [...]
Properly dispose of Christmas trees now that holidays are over
It's getting toward the time to take down the Christmas [...]
House Democrats still pushing for minimum wage increase
As Minnesota's minimum wage gets a slight bump in the [...]
Space heater safety tips from State Fire Marshal’s office
Colder winter temps are bringing this reminder about space heaters: [...]
HealthPartners Dr. Mark Sannes on safety of COVID vaccine
Even though new cases of COVID have been down in [...]
COVID relief for Minnesotans struggling with mortgage payments
State officials say Minnesotans struggling to make mortgage payments because [...]
COVID, state budget big challenges facing 2021 MN Legislature which convenes Tues
State lawmakers are back in Saint Paul tomorrow (Tues), and [...]
Advisory committee wants public input on COVID vaccine allocation in phase 1-B
Minnesota's "Vaccine Allocation Advisory Group" is seeking public input on [...]
Residents, staff at MN Veterans Home in Luverne receiving COVID vaccinations
Residents and staff at the Minnesota Veterans Home in Luverne [...]
Federal checks salvage otherwise dreadful 2020 for US farms
(AP) — U.S. farmers are expected to end the year [...]
COVID Vaccine Continues to Trickle In
It won't be until at least late spring or early [...]
MPD releases bodycam video of police shooting of suspect
Minneapolis police have released bodycam video of when they shot [...]
New law in MN affects sex-assault evidence kits
A new law in effect today (Fri) modifies how sexual [...]
New law in MN affects health insurance
A new Minnesota law in effect today (Fri) could change [...]
MN A-G urges bars, restaurants, customers to follow Gov’s emergency order
As opponents call for a reversal of Governor Walz's emergency [...]
Statewide minimum wage goes up, adjusted for inflation
The minimum wage goes up in Minnesota today (Fri) under [...]
New Year’s Resolutions – Quitting Smoking
One of the most popular resolutions at the beginning of [...]
2021 and Optimism
Ringing in the new year may not automatically make the [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 2,204 in MN (Dec. 31)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Minneapolis police shoot, kill man during traffic stop
Police in Minneapolis shot and killed a man during a [...]
Blue Earth County Crosses 5,000 Total Cases of COVID
Blue Earth County has reported 5,025 cases of COVID since [...]
MN Supreme Court upholds state’s “Revenge Porn” law
The Minnesota Supreme Court has reversed a lower court and [...]
Republicans want Walz to re-open bars, restaurants at 50% capacity
Influential Republican lawmakers are asking Governor Tim Walz to announce [...]
Health officials urge caution amid COVID on New Year’s Eve
Health officials are urging Minnesotans not to hold large gatherings [...]
DPS urges revelers to find a sober ride
Extra law enforcement will be on the roads this New [...]
Minnesota working through first phase of vaccine rollout
Minnesota health officials said the state continues to vaccinate healthcare [...]
No Ice is 100-Percent Safe
If you're planning to hit the ice over the New [...]
COVID Case Update
The number of COVID-19 cases in the state is trending [...]
MNDOT: Don’t put cleared snow in the roadway, ditch
After the snowstorm comes the snow clearing. MN-Dot's Rebecca Arndt [...]
MN AG goes after Winnebago event center for planning New Year’s Eve party
A Winnebago event center is the latest establishment to face [...]
Stolen Vehicle Leads to Pursuit, Arrest in North Mankato
On Wednesday, December 30, 2020, at approximately 8:10 am, the [...]
MnDOT reminds public not to push snow onto roads
The Minnesota Department of Transportation reminds the public that it [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 2,019 in MN (Dec. 30)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Downtown snow emergency effective 10 p.m. tonight (Wed., Dec. 30) to 8 a.m., Thursday, Dec. 31
Mankato-Due to recent heavy snow, a downtown snow emergency begins at 10 [...]
Minneapolis officials outline new police disciplinary plan
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minneapolis mayor and police chief announced [...]
Minnesota reports 36 deaths as testing dwindles over holiday
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — The Minnesota Department of Health on Tuesday [...]
Man killed on Minnesota road after walking away from crash
ST. CLOUD, Minn. (AP) — Authorities say a man crashed [...]
Minnesota woman dies after ATV falls through frozen lake
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A woman died after an ATV she [...]
Mankato Salvation Army is at 86% of monumental goal
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Mankato Salvation [...]
State announces January 2021 COVID-19 community testing opportunities
The Minnesota Department of Health (MDH) began accepting January 2021 [...]
State Patrol: Common sense is key when storms roll in
As another winter storm swept across the state, State Patrol [...]
COVID vaccinations begin at MN Veterans Homes in Silver Bay, Fergus Falls
Residents and staff at the Minnesota Veterans Homes in Fergus [...]
Top analyst: No “chaos” when Congress certifies presidential election results
Some pundits predict chaos one week from today (1/6/21) when [...]
MN AG Ellison raising awareness about youth suicide, prevention
As teens in Minnesota and across the nation deal with [...]
Dr. Mark Sannes: progress on COVID “terrific”, but we still have a way to go
New cases of COVID have been down in Minnesota in [...]
State Patrol Reports 99 Crashes Tuesday
Yesterday between Noon and 9 p.m., the Minnesota State Patrol [...]
January is National Radon Action Month
In partnership with the Minnesota Department of Health, Brown-Nicollet Environmental/Community [...]
COVID Cases Rise by 988 in MN (Dec. 29)
Daily Update: Because all data is preliminary, the change in [...]
Changes to garbage and recycling pick-up over the holidays
Upcoming holiday observances will affect garbage and recycling pickups in [...]
Fire Damages Vernon Center Meat Market
A fire damaged the Vernon Center meat market. According to [...]
Sign Up For Snow Emergency Alerts in Mankato
Be one of the first to know about snow emergencies [...]
DNR seeks input on increasing access to wildlife areas for people with disabilities
Ideas will help shape proposals for improved opportunities across the [...]
National Gas Price Average At Most Expensive Pump Price in Nine Months
Filling up is getting more expensive. On the week, nearly [...]