Previous Minnesota Minutes
Minnesota Law Expands Egg Donations to Food Shelves
Minnesota food shelves can now accept donated eggs beyond the date printed on the carton. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota Youth Vaping Falls to Lowest Level
Youth vaping rates are declining in Minnesota. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Twins enjoy Field of Dreams game despite loss to Phillies
The Minnesota Twins lost to the Philadelphia Phillies at the Field of Dreams Ballpark 7-1 last night. MNN sports director Mike Grimm reports from Dyersville, Iowa:
New Book Highlights Longtime Becker High School Football Coach
Matt Lundeen has spent the last two years putting together a book about his dad, Dwight Lundeen’s legacy, who started the Becker High School football program in 1969. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
North-Central Minnesota Experiencing “Storage Drought”
Persistent drought and lower lake levels have become common across a large portion of the state. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota Midway through 100 Deadliest Days of Summer
Traffic safety officials are reminding Minnesotans to slow down and buckle up as the state moves through the second half of the 100 Deadliest Days of Summer. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Outfitters in Northeastern Minnesota Struggling with Closure of Boundary Waters
Businesses that depend on Boundary Waters visitors are feeling the economic impact as ongoing wildfire activity continues to limit access to the wilderness. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
70 Years of Smiles: Como Zoo’s Blaze Sparky Show Still Steals the Spotlight
One of St. Paul’s most beloved attractions is celebrating a major milestone. The Blaze Sparky Show at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is marking its 70th anniversary this year. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Northeastern Minnesota Wildfires Impacting Regional Tourism
The closure of the Boundary Waters is expected to affect more than just canoe trips. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Wildfire Smoke Creates Hazardous Air Across Much of Minnesota
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has expanded its air quality alert as heavy wildfire smoke blankets much of the state. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Beat the Heat: Minnesota Officials Share Tips to Stay Cool
Minnesotans battling this week’s extreme heat can take several simple steps to keep their homes cool and comfortable. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Twins represented at tonight’s Major League Baseball All-Star Game
The Major League Baseball All-Star Game is set for tonight in Philadelphia. Both Byron Buxton and Joe Ryan are there representing the Twins. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:
Traffic Officials Sound Alarm Over Spike in Motorcycle Deaths
Traffic safety officials say it’s been an unusually deadly year for Minnesota motorcyclists, with fatalities climbing well above last year’s pace. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Summer Flower Fun
Minnesota’s flower farms are becoming a popular destination for families looking for a summer road trip. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Lynx Hall of Fame coach Cheryl Reeve now all-time WNBA wins leader
No coach in WNBA history has more wins than Lynx head coach Cheryl Reeve. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:
E-Bike and Scooter Injuries on the Rise
Triple-A Minnesota is out with a new safety guide aimed at helping families navigate the growing popularity of e-bikes and e-scooters. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Farm Stands Popping Up Across Minnesota
The best flavors of a Minnesota summer are showing up at roadside farm stands, and Minnesota Grown wants consumers to shop local. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesotans Planning a Fourth of July Cookout May Want to Brace for Higher Grocery Bills
Minnesotans firing up the grill this Fourth of July may feel the pinch at the checkout line. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota Officials Urge Fireworks Safety Ahead of Fourth of July Celebrations
Think twice before you light the fuse this Fourth of July weekend. MNN’s Tasha Redel explains:
Record Fourth of July Travel Expected
The Fourth of July is one of the busiest travel holidays of the year, and this year it’s expected to be the biggest yet. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Sid Hartman Posthumously Inducted into the National Sports Media Association Hall of Fame
The late Sid Hartman was inducted into the National Sports Media Hall of Fame Tuesday night in Greensboro, North Carolina. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Summer Running Tips
The University of Minnesota is reminding Minnesotans to take precautions before heading out for a summer run. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Gopher women’s basketball building chemistry this summer
The Golden Gopher women’s basketball team continues its second week of summer workouts. The Gophers made the Sweet 16 last spring. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:
Minnesota to host 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games officially begin tomorrow. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
MnDOT Focusing on Greater Minnesota Transit
The Minnesota Department of Transportation is looking for feedback on its Greater Minnesota transit plan. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota Anglers Land Nine New State Record Fish This Spring
Minnesota anglers reeled in record catches this spring. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Reward Being Offered in Wadena Cold Case
The Wadena Police Department is hoping a $25,000 reward will turn up new leads in the decades-old disappearance of Carla Beth Anderson. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota Host to 2026 Special Olympics USA Games
Minnesota is preparing to welcome thousands of athletes for the 2026 Special Olympics USA Games, and the home team will be hard to miss. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
ATV “No Registration Weekend”
ATV riders can hit Minnesota’s trails without a registration fee this weekend during the DNR’s “No Registration Weekend.” MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month
MNN’s Brent Palm reports nearly 102 thousand Minnesotans are living with the disease:
Outdoor Play Boosts Kids’ Mental and Physical Health
This summer, the best prescription for kids may be as simple as opening the front door and heading outside. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Minnesota officials monitoring first new US case of New World Screwworm
MNN’s Brent Palm reports the flesh-eating parasite is not expected to fly here from Texas:
Golf Day Minnesota Swings Into Its Third Year
The third annual Golf Day Minnesota tees off this Saturday across the state. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
State endorsing conventions losing importance in Minnesota
MNN’s Brent Palm reports there are contested primaries for governor and US Senate:
Prince Celebration 2026 begins this week
MNN’s Brent Palm reports Prince fans from around the world are coming to town:
The Need for Foster Parents Grows in Minnesota
For children facing uncertainty, one supportive adult can mean everything. That’s why agencies across Minnesota are encouraging more people to consider becoming foster parents. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Staying Bear Aware
If you’re heading out to enjoy Minnesota’s state parks and trails, officials say take a few precautions, especially as bear encounters become more common. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Building Families Act fails to pass state legislature
MNN’s Brent Palm reports it would have required insurance coverage for fertility preservation services:
Memorial stone dedicated in honor of Master Sergeant Nicole Amor
MNN’s Brent Palm reports Amor was remembered at the Memorial Day ceremony:
Honoring those who Made the Ultimate Sacrifice
While Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of summer, it’s also a solemn reminder of the servicemembers who sacrificed everything for our freedom. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:
Law Enforcement Cracking Down on Speeders this Holiday Weekend:
As Minnesotans hit the road for Memorial Day weekend, the state is also entering what safety officials call the “100 deadliest days of summer” — the stretch between Memorial Day and Labor Day when deadly crashes typically spike. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Kickoff to Summer at the Fair begins today
MNN’s Brent Palm reports it’s a smaller version of the Great Minnesota Get-Together:
Minnesota Student Denied Approval of Wearing Army National Guard Sash to Graduation
A Minnesota graduation controversy is drawing statewide attention after a student was told he could not wear an Army National Guard sash during commencement. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Water Temperatures Cold Heading Into Memorial Day Weekend
While much of this spring has felt cooler than normal, Minnesota is still far from setting any records for the coldest May. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Rising fuel prices hurting Minnesota drivers and service stations
MNN’s Brent Palm reports customers are also buying fewer items in stores:
Minnesota Housing Programs Get Economic Boost
Good news for Minnesota renters and homeowners. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:
Ethanol supporters praise US House passage of year-round E-15
MNN’s Brent Palm reports Minnesota’s congressional delegation helped pass the bill:
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: