River fishing for this year’s official Governor’s Fishing Opener
MNN’s Tasha Redel spoke with D-N-R Fisheries Section Manager Brad Parsons at the 2026 Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener:

TODAY’S HEADLINES
Morning Headlines – May 9th, 2026
>>2026 Fishing Opener (Undated) -- Minnesota’s fishing opener is underway today, marking the unofficial start of summer as anglers head to lakes and rivers across the state to celebrate a longtime tradition. From boats on popular lakes to shorelines filled with families, anglers are casting lines, making memories, and spending time outdoors. Officials say Minnesota’s river systems are an...
Midday Headlines – May 8th, 2026
>>Governor's Fishing Opener Underway in Stillwater (Stillwater, MN) -- Minnesota’s 78th Governor’s Fishing Opener is underway this weekend in Stillwater. Governor Tim Walz preparing to hit the water Saturday morning on the St. Croix River. Walz joked about protecting his fishing reputation while professional guide Evan Rosemore promised to help him land a catch. With more than 60 fish...
Afternoon Headlines – May 8th, 2026
>>University Of Minnesota and St. Thomas Among Schools Hit by Cyberattack (Undated) -- The University of Minnesota and University of St. Thomas are the targets of a cyberattack. Both educational institutions were impacted by a hacker group that infiltrated a digital platform. The platform named Canvas is used for online courses, assignments, and other key communication. St. Thomas...
Morning Headlines – May 9th, 2026
>>2026 Fishing Opener (Undated) -- Minnesota’s fishing opener is underway today, marking the unofficial start of summer as anglers head to lakes and rivers across the state to celebrate a longtime tradition. From boats on popular lakes to shorelines filled with families, anglers are casting lines, making memories, and spending time outdoors. Officials say Minnesota’s river systems are an...
Afternoon Headlines – May 8th, 2026
>>University Of Minnesota and St. Thomas Among Schools Hit by Cyberattack (Undated) -- The University of Minnesota and University of St. Thomas are the targets of a cyberattack. Both educational institutions were impacted by a hacker group that infiltrated a digital platform. The platform named Canvas is used for online courses, assignments, and other key communication. St. Thomas...
Midday Headlines – May 8th, 2026
>>Governor's Fishing Opener Underway in Stillwater (Stillwater, MN) -- Minnesota’s 78th Governor’s Fishing Opener is underway this weekend in Stillwater. Governor Tim Walz preparing to hit the water Saturday morning on the St. Croix River. Walz joked about protecting his fishing reputation while professional guide Evan Rosemore promised to help him land a catch. With more than 60 fish...
SPORTS
Wolves drop Game Three 115-108 on Friday
SPOSTGAME NOTES SAN ANTONIO SPURS 115 (2-1), MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES 108 (1-2) May 8, 2026...
Frost get big win in Game Four on Friday
Sidney Morin scored twice in less than four minutes midway through the third period to tie the...
Saints win again in Vegas
One led on offense, the other on the mound. They both went above and beyond and helped guide the...
LISTEN TO THE LATEST
LISTEN TO THE LATEST
Early Morning MNN Sportscast
Here is the latest from the MNN Sportsdesk:

