Previous Minnesota Minutes
Grandma’s Marathon weekend is just over a month away
MNN’s Brent Palm reports 24 thousand runners are expected this year:
May is Lyme Disease Awareness Month
MNN’s Brent Palm reports ticks are out in full force in Minnesota:
Younger Generation Farm Concerns
Democratic Congresswoman Angie Craig says today’s conditions are creating growing barriers for young people trying to enter farming and ranching. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Stay Clear of Early Season Fawns
If you’re out hiking and come across a fawn lying alone, the Minnesota DNR says don’t panic and don’t interfere. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
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:

Governor Tim Walz hosting this weekend’s Fishing Opener in Stillwater
MNN’s Tasha Redel spoke with Minnesota Governor Tim Walz to help kick off this weekend’s Fishing Opener in Stillwater:

Governor Tim Walz
Registration opens for 2026 Minnesota State Fair competitions
MNN’s Brent Palm reports there are hundreds of contests to win ribbons, trophies, and prize money:
Gas prices continue to rise due to conflict in Iran
MNN’s Brent Palm reports today’s statewide average is $4.20 a gallon:
Ready to drop a line Minnesota?
The countdown to Saturday’s fishing opener is on. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Recognizing small businesses in Minnesota
Small Business Week is here. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Governor Walz speaks to the state and a flurry of bills head to the finish line
MNN’s John Anderson has this week’s Capitol Recap:
April was an active month for weather in Minnesota
MNN’s Brent Palm reports we had our first tornadoes, snow, and some heat:
Resistance to new Minnesota state flag is big business for retailers
MNN’s Brent Palm reports Minnesotans are buying up the 1983 state flag:
2026 Walk for Animals this Saturday on State Fairgrounds
MNN’s Brent Palm reports 15 thousand people and five to six thousand pets are expected:
AI is here to stay, embrace it or risk being left behind
As artificial intelligence becomes a standard part of the modern workplace, candidates who overlook it may find themselves at a disadvantage before they even land a job. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Updates on weapons screening and talks between Governor Walz and legislative leaders
MNN’s John Anderson with the Capitol Recap:
Stillwater is hosting Minnesota Governor’s Fishing Opener
MNN’s Brent Palm reports anglers will be fishing the St. Croix River:
Healthcare Industry Marks Earth Day with Renewed Push for Sustainability
Healthcare experts are using Earth Day to highlight how the healthcare industry can be more sustainable. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Timberwolves top Nuggets in Game Two of NBA playoffs
MNN’s Brent Palm reports the Wolves rallied back from a 19-point deficit:
Free Park Day is this Saturday April 25th
MNN’s Brent Palm reports entrance is free to all 73 state parks and recreation areas:
Days are heating up at State Capitol as session moves closer to final month
MNN’s John Anderson has this week’s Capitol Recap:
Gopher women’s gymnasts in national championship meet tonight
Tonight is a big night for Gopher women’s gymnastics as they take part in the NCAA Championship meet in Fort Worth. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has a preview:
The state’s Cold Weather Rule ends April 30th
MNN’s Brent Palm reports some Minnesota households may qualify for Energy Assistance:
U of M study finds no link between fluoride in drinking water and children’s IQ
MNN’s Brent Palm reports they used data from 10 thousand Wisconsin high school seniors over 70 years:
Severe thunderstorms possible later today in Minnesota
MNN’s Brent Palm reports the risk is greatest in the southern half of the state:
Minnesota’s Financial Aid Program Getting a Facelift
The Minnesota Office of Higher Education has received a grant to develop a more sustainable financial aid model. A program that hasn’t been updated for decades. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota’s stream trout fishing season opens Saturday
MNN’s Brent Palm reports the most popular destination is the southeast corner of the state:
MN Vikings Expand Girls High School Flag Football to 104 Teams
Minnesota’s high school flag football for girls is adding 53 more teams to the roster this year, bringing its total to 104. MNN’s Ashley Walker with details:
NASA’s Artemis Mission Lays Groundwork for Human Return to Lunar Surface
There’s Minnesota flavor in tonight’s Final Four title game
There will be some Minnesota flavor tonight in the N-C-A-A Men’s Basketball Final Four. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:
Easter spending hitting highs
Easter spending is expected to break sales records. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
“Take Me Out to the Ball Game” – GO TWINS:
Twins Opening Day is here. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Statewide Minnesota Distracted Driving Campaign Underway
Law enforcement agencies across Minnesota are stepping up patrols this month to crack down on distracted driving. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
No April Fool’s — Wildfire Season is Here:
Wildfire season has begun in Minnesota. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
No Kings 3.0 | Coming Together
From Governor Tim Walz, to Senator Bernie Sanders, Jane Fonda, to Bruce Springsteen, Minnesotans and the nation showed up Saturday to No Kings 3.0. MNN’s Ashley Walker compiled the sounds of the flagship protest in St. Paul, where over 100,000 people rallied.
Capitol Recap:
It’s the final day before the state legislature leaves for spring break. MNN’s John Anderson has this week’s Capitol Recap:
Minnesota-Based Suicide Prevention Non Profit; Teams Up With Stop Soldier Suicide:
A Minnesota-based suicide prevention nonprofit is teaming up with a national veterans’ organization to take a closer look at what leads up to a suicide, and how to stop it. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
“Big Beautiful Meat Raffle Bill” Introduced at the Capitol:
A bipartisan bill moving through the Minnesota Legislature would raise long-standing limits on meat raffle ticket prices and prize values. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota DNR releases 2026 moose population survey
MNN’s Brent Palm reports the numbers remain relatively stable:
March 23rd is National Puppy Day
MNN’s Brent Palm reports Minnesota nonprofits and rescues are celebrating today:
Capitol Recap:
With less than two months left in the legislative session, the pace of bill action is fast and furious. MNN’s John Anderson has this week’s Capitol Recap:
Big warmup in Minnesota as spring arrives
MNN’s Brent Palm reports high temperatures could reach the 60s and 70s:
Political analysts look ahead to the 2026 midterm elections
MNN’s Brent Palm reports midterms are a unique feature of American politics:
MN State Office Building Could be Renamed After House Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman
A bill that would rename the State Office Building after late Emerita House Speaker Melissa Hortman unanimously passed the House Finance and Policy Committee. MNN’s Ashley Walker…
Gopher women’s basketball ‘dancing’ for first time in eight years
The University of Minnesota women’s basketball team will host Green Bay in the opening round of the NCAA Tournament on Friday at Williams Arena. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:
Major Winter Storm to Hit Minnesota
The heaviest snowfall totals of the season are expected this weekend. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Vikings introduce new quarterback Kyler Murray
MNN’s Brent Palm reports the former Cardinals QB signed a one-year deal with Minnesota:
5 Northern MN Counties Open to Solar Co-op
Nonprofit group Solar United Neighbors (SUN) is giving Cass, Crow Wing, Morrison, Todd, and Wadena counties a way to go solar together. MNN’s Ashley Walker with details…
Office of Cannabis Management kicks off its listening tour this week
MNN’s Brent Palm reports stops include Cloquet, Pine County, and Duluth:
Push for passenger rail line from Twin Cities to Kansas City
MNN’s Brent Palm reports there are two bills in the legislature: