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Wilderness outfitters affected by the Boundary Waters Canoe Area fires are concerned about cutting staff and finding other forms of income. But they re also advocating a limited reopening of the wilderness to boost the local economy. Read more

A rally for Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan at First Avenue in Minneapolis included progressive star U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders, along with several key figures in the Minnesota DFL. Flanagan is taking on U.S. Rep. Angie Craig for the DFL primary for a U.S. Senate seat. Read more

More than a dozen wildfires are still burning in the Superior National Forest and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The BWCA remains closed until at least Friday. Read more

In a Justice Department posting dated July 10, Anton Tony Lazzaro s name is among thousands of denials listed. Read more

Police have not released the names of the victims. Authorities said late Monday night that a person of interest in the shooting was taken into custody. Read more

A report focused on the digital well-being of Native American youth and the impact of technology found overwhelmingly negative results. A Native student says technology has its negatives and positives. Read more

State regulators want to revoke Northern Iron s operating permit, as they claim the foundry is emitting excessive pollution. Read more

Fewer Canadians have been traveling to the United States as many Canucks decide to spend their time and money at home in reaction to President Donald Trump s policies and rhetoric. Read more

After nearly three summers of construction and detours, Highway 93 in Henderson will reopen. Read more

A Minneapolis bookseller recommends Matt Dinniman's bestselling "Dungeon Crawler Carl" series for readers looking to dive into an immersive summer read. Read more

Added rain, more firefighters and a temporary reprieve from skies clogged with heavy smoke have helped crews better pinpoint and attack the fires. But officials continued to caution against complacency as they warned of a fire season that s expected to slog on into the fall. Read more

The Department of Justice argued that policies that prohibit local officials from enforcing federal immigration laws are unconstitutional. But a judge said those arguments failed. Read more

Border businesses in Minnesota and North Dakota say fewer Canadian visitors are cutting into sales, forcing some to reduce hours, staff and spending. Read more

Congo's health ministry said the deaths were recorded out of the 2,344 cases confirmed as of Saturday. Thirty-seven new deaths were recorded in the previous 24 hours in one of the highest totals. Read more

Sunday night s gunfire was the second mass shooting in Minneapolis in less than 24 hours. Police said they are not aware of any connection between the two. Read more

Wildfires have forced some northeastern Minnesota residents from their homes while thousands more wait, packed and prepared, in case evacuation orders come. Read more

Smoke and Boundary Waters closures are driving tourists away from Grand Marais during the height of summer, leaving local businesses scrambling during their busiest season. Read more

Tips from area leaders coordinating emergency response and people on the ground. Read more

Racing to work, to pick up your children from school, or go from one errand to the next not only wastes money and sends harmful emissions into the air, it barely saves you time, new research says. Read more

Jury selection begins Monday morning in the trial of a woman who hurled a racial slur at a young Black autistic child on a Rochester playground last year. Up for debate whether her actions were unlawful disorderly conduct or protected free speech. Read more

Following the Minnesota Lynx s 101-93 win against the Portland Fire Saturday, Minnesota honored Fowles by adding a Hall of Fame banner to her retired number. She was a key member of the Lynx for eight seasons before retiring in 2022. Read more

Findings from a Minnesota survey show that nearly half of the survey participants experienced healthcare discrimination. Read more

In a transition of power presided over by King Charles, Andy Burnham has replaced Keir Starmer as the United Kingdom's prime minister. Both are from the center-left Labour Party. Read more

In the opening moment of the second 15-minute period of extra time, Torres pounced on a bouncing ball in the box and used his left foot to bury a shot just under the crossbar and into the back of the net. Read more

McBride topped 20-plus points for a sixth straight game and upped her career total to 5,846. She hit a 3-pointer to move past No. 20 Becky Hammon and give the Lynx an 86-76 lead with 5:14 left to play. Read more

Nine people were shot outside a Minneapolis nightclub, including a teenager. Read more

FIFA expanded the payout for the 2026 World Cup, setting a record with a combined $871 million paid to the 48 participating teams. But the prize money pales in comparison to what s spent on global soccer. Read more

Soybeans affected by iron deficiencies have been found in Minnesota. The problem could hurt farmers yields at a time when margins are already tight. Read more

Recognizing Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz could set a dangerous precedent, with other countries attempting to claim important waterways, analysts say. Read more

Ryan Jeffers hit a go-ahead three-run homer, Bailey Ober struck out seven in 5 1/3 innings and the surging Minnesota Twins beat the Chicago Cubs 5-2 on Friday night. Read more