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The Minnesota State Fair was just named the best in America again, but prosecutors say two gangs threatened violence there this year. Now officials are taking rare legal action to keep the fairgrounds safe for families.

The new Mystic Lake Amphitheater in Shakopee still has several shows scheduled this year, and into 2027. Here are the chair and bag policies, and everything that you're not allowed to bring through the entry gate.

Two Wisconsin state parks just ranked among America's best for scenic appeal, wildlife diversity, affordability, and more. See where each one ranked, and why visitors from throughout the country love them. great-value outdoor escapes. See where each one landed on the national list.

The very popular ferris wheel is being replaced by something even more impressive for the 2026 Minnesota State Fair! Here's a look.

While Koi drew many parallels between Minnesota and Oregon, the Esko native explained his reasons for leaving the Gophers.

The plant will remain open with reduced operations. The company says it's needed to align with customer demand.

A national list ranks the items shoplifters focus on most. Number four is the most surprising. What do you think?

I had no idea we had carnivorous plants in Minnesota. Some are relatively common, some are underwater, and one species can only be found along Lake Superior.

Warmer and drier sounds like a relief after last winter, but Minnesota's weather history has a way of humbling even the boldest forecasts.

School's almost back, and school supplies costs are rising fast. New analysis shows just how much more families will spend per child this year in Minnesota and beyond, plus where the sharpest price hikes are hiding. Here's what to know.

Lots of new things will be waiting for you at this year's Minnesota State Fair! Here's a look at all of the new additions.

A new video shows how crews repaired the Stewart J. Cort's rudder without using dry dock, and I also learned why the 1,000-foot ship has the nickname "Stubby."

Some of the things on this list are obvious but others are not obvious at all so take a look before you get to that summer cleaning.

Esko's Fun Days celebration is now underway! Here's a look at what's still in store before it wraps up this weekend.

A Wisconsin court ruling justifies the use of Flock cameras to gather travel history data to support a search for THC possession.

A new ranking crunched FBI violent and property crime data for 128 Minnesota cities. You can probably guess which one lands at No. 1, but the No. 2 city and a few others on the list might genuinely catch you off guard. See the full countdown.

After 35 years serving of Cloquet, Park Avenue Therapies is joining Essentia. It will open soon as Essentia Health-Cloquet Therapy with the same familiar team, and occupational therapy now added to the mix. Here's the transition plan.

Late summer and fall is historically one of the most active times of year for wildfires, and it could be worse this year with severe drought conditions.

The Chisago County Sheriff's Office reported that the incident occurred Thursday evening and the man's body was recovered Friday morning.

The judge targeted by the threats had presided over a 2018 trial that resulted in a guilty verdict against the same man for threatening to kill a different judge.

I guess there really is the luck of the Irish.

Considering a career change? Check out these high-paying jobs in Minnesota that don't require an advanced education.

No, you're not imagining things, these movies really are different!

Is it actually illegal to drive without shoes on your feet in Minnesota? Here's what the state law says.

Bradley Cooper and Gigi Hadid are reportedly married after quietly exchanging vows in a private ceremony, though neither star has confirmed the report.

There are abandoned places all around MN, left behind for one reason or another. Here are some abandoned places in our state you probably didn't know about.

Sandler and his comedy buddies are returning for another ensemble comedy.

Little by little, a new X-Men cast is coming together.

Shot along the Boundary Waters and opening right here in Duluth before it goes national — not every film gets its start in a town like this.

The Social Security Administration keeps tabs on baby names, and Minnesota's latest list has a few surprises worth talking about.

Most folks don’t think of Minnesota as a mountain state, but Eagle Mountain proves there’s more than meets the eye when it comes to elevation.

We're glad these movies didn't go with the first draft.

Peak hunting season is closer than it feels, and the hunters who show up ready usually started getting ready weeks ago.

Netflix subscribers are getting an early look at the year’s biggest game.

The State Patrol responded to the deadly incident shortly before 12:30 Thursday morning.

Newly released 911 dispatch audio sheds light on the emergency response that led to Perez Hilton's hospitalization, revealing a clearer timeline of what unfolded that night.

The crash occurred shortly before 7:45 Tuesday evening.

The guest list got shorter, the wedding party got smaller, and the cost per person went up nearly eighty dollars anyway. That's the story behind Minnesota weddings right now.

Wisconsin just cracked the top 15 in the country for best places to live — and its education numbers are turning some heads.

More than 100 Minnesotans have been sickened in this latest foodborne illness outbreak.

What Disney thought would be two of the biggest films of 2026 failed to meet expectations, but there is a silver lining.

From ‘uff da’ to ‘you betcha,’ Minnesota’s local lingo is a reflection of its colorful past and the people who shaped it.