If you got an extension for renewing your driver’s license because of the COVID pandemic, you’ll need to have your license renewed by March 31st, state officials announced today. They’re encouraging people not to procrastinate because the current five-week processing time could grow due to an expected last-minute crunch. Driver and Vehicle Services will start sending letters this week to about 300-thousand Minnesotans who still need to renew. And be aware that if your drivers license expires this March 1st or later, you must renew by the specified due date.
Mpls police looking for driver of car that flipped on top of two other vehicles
Police are looking for the driver of a vehicle that flipped over and ended up on top of two other vehicles in a residential area of south Minneapolis (4200 block of Oakland Avenue South) early this morning (Mon). Authorities believe the red Nissan two-door was traveling at a high rate of speed, hit an area […]
State launching pilot program for next phase of COVID vaccinations
State officials are launching a pilot program at nine locations around Minnesota, preparing for the second wave of COVID-19 vaccinations when more vaccine is available. Officials say a small number of doses will be available for those age 65 and over, plus pre-K through grade 12 educators, school staff and child care workers. Governor Tim […]
Top officials pledge to keep MN State Capitol safe through inauguration and beyond
It was a quiet weekend at the Minnesota State Capitol with a large security presence and only a handful of demonstrators showing up Saturday and Sunday — despite more ominous protests elsewhere around the country. State Public Safety Commissioner John Harrington has pledged, “We will keep the peace in the days that lead up to […]
Walz, Flanagan want open-carry laws changed for State Capitol Complex
Governor Tim Walz is talking about changes to a Minnesota law that allows open-carry at the State Capitol complex. Walz says Michigan, with a Republican House and Senate, changed its rules. “This is not something that inhibits your ability to purchase, own, shoot or do whatever you want to do, but in the middle of […]
Walz will ask legislature for money to beef-up security at MN State Capitol
Governor Tim Walz has put lawmakers on notice that when he rolls out his proposed state budget later this month, he’ll ask the legislature for money to beef up security at the State Capitol. “I’m not telling anyone… anything they don’t already know: There’s going to be some big events come up this year in […]
Wolves-Grizzlies game postponed Friday (AUDIO)
The National Basketball Association game scheduled for tonight between the Memphis Grizzlies and Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center has been postponed in accordance with the league’s Health and Safety Protocols. Because of ongoing contact tracing within the Timberwolves, the team does not have the league-required eight available players to proceed with tonight’s game against the […]
State officials say no current credible threat against MN Capitol, but if violent protests, “We will stop you”
State public safety officials say there is currently “no credible local immediate threat” against Minnesota State Capitol, but say they’re prepared in case there’s trouble at this weekend’s planned events. Commissioner John Harrington says law enforcement will make sure peaceful protesters’ voices can be heard: “But I want there not to be any mistake, that […]
#1 Gopher men’s hockey host Notre Dame tonight (AUDIO)
The top-ranked Gopher men’s hockey program continues Big Ten play this weekend with a two-game series against Notre Dame at 3M Arena at Mariucci. The action starts on Friday, Jan. 15 at 7:00 p.m. CT with the series finale set for Saturday, Jan. 16 at 5:00 p.m. CT. LOOKING TO START A NEW STREAK AND […]
Wild rookie scores game-winner in OT over Kings
(Los Angeles, CA) — Minnesota Wild rookie Kirill Kaprizov made a splash in his N-H-L debut as he scored the overtime winner in a 4-3 win over the Kings in Los Angeles last night. The Wild rallied from a 3-1 deficit with a pair of third period goals by Victor Rask and Marcus Foligno to […]
Gopher women fall to #9 Maryland
Minnesota (2-7, 1-6 Big Ten) hung tight with No. 9 Maryland for the first 20 minutes, but the Terrapins (10-1, 6-0 B1G) were too much in the second half and pulled away for a 90-73 victory Thursday night at Williams Arena. Sophomore Jasmine Powell matched season highs for points (22), assists (8) and rebounds (7) […]