Minnesotans and the nation are marking the 80th anniversary of the D-Day invasion on the beaches of Normandy in France that ultimately led to the defeat of the Nazi forces in World War Two.  MNN’s Bill Werner has more:

Minnesota’s state economist, Doctor Laura Kalambokidis, is stepping down after supporting the state’s budget and economic forecasting process through eleven tumultuous years, including a “sea change” in Minnesota’s work environment due to the COVID pandemic. MNN’s Bill Werner has more:

Pretty significant mosquity activity is expected for at least the next couple weeks. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

U.S. Senator Tina Smith has introduced bipartisan legislation to combat loneliness among older adults.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The Minnesota Timberwolves ended their season with a frustrating and humiliating 124-103 setback in front of their home crowd last night at the Target Center. MNN sports director Mike Grimm says they now look ahead to the future:

The Wolves trail the Mavericks 3-1 in the best-of-seven playoff series. MNN’s Brent Palm has details:

The Timberwolves needed a win last night to extend their season and they got it. Minnesota beat Dallas in Game Four of the NBA Western Conference Finals 105-100. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:

Officials with the State Climatology Office says that usually begins in June. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

The Department of Natural Resources introduces a new statewide marine unit.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The Split Rock Lighthouse live video feed is now available online for public viewing at any time. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

You can taste State Fair foods three months early this weekend at the ‘Kickoff to Summer at the Fair’ event. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The Minnesota Timberwolves have punched their ticket to the N-B-A Western Conference Finals in historic fashion. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has a recap:

It’s win or go home for the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight in Game Six of the N-B-A Western Conference Semifinals against the Denver Nuggets at Target Center. MNN sports director Mike Grimm previews:

Officials say it could draw 200,000 visitors annually to the Crosslake area. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

As the Minnesota Lynx open the WNBA season tonight in Seattle, there is an increased attention being paid to the women’s basketball. A big-name draft class that includes megastar Caitlin Clark, has more fans interested in the W-N-B-A than ever before. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:

Thousands of Minnesotans are set go fishing this weekend.  MNN’s Tasha Redel is at the Governor’s Fishing Opener in Lake City:

A Minnesota author’s novel depicting an alternative history of the U.S.-Dakota War of 1862 is a finalist for a Midwest Book Award. MNN’s Ashley Walker has details:

Democratic Senator Nicole Mitchell, through her attorney, repeatedly “took the Fifth” last night (Tues) during a state Senate ethics hearing prompted by felony burglary charges she faces — and the panel could only agree to meet again two days after Mitchell’s June 10th court hearing to assess status. MNN’s Bill Werner has more:

Bogojevic takes over for longtime State Patrol Colonel Matt Langer. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

The Minnesota Timberwolves are in Denver tonight for Game Two of the NBA Western Conference Semifinals. MNN sports director Mike Grimm says they have 1-0 series lead thanks to a win on Saturday night:

What is the status of Wolves head coach Chris Finch for Saturday night’s Game One in Denver?  MNN sports director Mike Grimm has some details:

A newly FDA-approved medical device (Inceptiv) focusing on spinal cord stimulation (SCS) is looking to help Minnesotans experiencing chronic pain. MNN’s Ashley Walker has details:

The Timberwolves became the first team in 2024 to advance to the Second Round of the NBA Playoffs. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has a recap of last night’s Game Four win in Phoenix:

The Vikings traded up twice in the first round of last night’s N-F-L Draft. MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:

The 2024 N-F-L Draft begins tonight and there are many Minnesota Vikings fans who are hoping it begins a new era of football for their team.  MNN sports director Mike Grimm previews:

The 2024 N-F-L Draft begins tonight and there are many Minnesota Vikings fans who are hoping it begins a new era of football for their team.  MNN sports director Mike Grimm previews:

Founding Director of the University of Minnesota’s Center for Antiracism Research for Health Equity, Rachel Hardeman, has been named a member of the 2024 TIME100. MNN’s Ashley Walker reports:

The Minnesota Department of Vehicle Services is opening ten additional DVS Now Kiosks across the Twin Cities metro.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The pilot program allows people to drink beer, wine and cocktails on streets and sidewalks in a designated area in downtown Anoka. MNN’s Brent Palm has details:

Boston College and Denver Advance to NCAA Frozen Four Championship. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The 2024 Frozen Four begins tonight at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul.  MNN sports director Mike Grimm has more:

A major helium deposit was recently discovered in northeastern Minnesota’s Lake County.  MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

Around 50,000 people gathered at Indianapolis Motor Speedway Monday to witness the Total Solar Eclipse. Among them, MNN Sports Director Mike Grimm:

Minnesota State students have saved around $8.5 million using zero-cost textbooks. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

Twin’s fans will have an easier path to purchase some of the more common concession items at the ballpark.  MNN’s Mike Grimm has more:

This spring and summer, Minnesota state parks will offer tours introducing visitors to the Iron Ranges’ mining history, prairie life, and the longest cave in the state.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has named Woody’s Trucking Inc. as the 2024 SBA Minnesota District Office Women-Owned Small Business of the Year! MNN’s Ashley Walker has more:

The Tony Award-winning Broadway musical will run five weeks in downtown Minneapolis. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

We’re entering into the final weeks of the tax filing season.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

Join the annual celebration of Red Cross Giving Day by volunteering, giving blood, taking a lifesaving skills course donating to the American Red Cross. MNN’s Ashley Walker has more:

A senior state climatologist says the precipitation will alleviate some short-term drought issues. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

With snow in the forecast over the next few days, MnDOT asks you to be weather-aware.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

A baby goat in Stevens County tested positive for Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI), the first reported case in the United States.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

Lawmakers are considering a bill that could put the state in the bidding for one of four known pairs of Dorothy’s ruby slippers from the “Wizard of Oz.”  MNN’s Bill Werner has a report — but *not* from behind the curtain:

The University of Minnesota men’s basketball team opens play in the National Invitational Tournament with a game tonight at Butler. M-N-N sports director Mike Grimm is with the team in Indianapolis:

The Soo Locks open Friday evening on the St. Mary’s River between Lake Superior and the lower Great Lakes. MNN’s Brent Palm has more:

Former Minnesota Astronaut George Pinky Nelson recently visited with KWLM’s J.P. Cola on the “Space X” program. MNN’s Tasha Redel has more:

The State Department of Agriculture is partnering with three other state agencies to offer free, virtual suicide prevention training for rural faith leaders in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and North and South Dakota. MNN’s Ashley Walker has more:

A Minnesota educator was a guest of First Lady Jill Biden at Thursday night’s State of the Union address.  MNN’s Tasha Redel has more: