
Minnesota News Network


Central Minnesota Farmer Optimistic About New Year
A central Minnesota farmer is optimistic about 2025 despite what he calls a “pretty challenging year” in 2024.

MN Courts to Offer Free Weddings on Valentine’s Day
Several district courts in Minnesota will be offering free wedding ceremonies this Valentine's Day.

Multiple Crews Respond to Fire at Fergus Falls Church
Damage from a fire at a church in Fergus Falls will likely exceed $500,000.

Simon to File Supreme Court Petition Over GOP Power Grab
Secretary of State Steve Simon says he plans to petition the Supreme Court after Minnesota House Republicans swore in members and elected a speaker without a quorum.

DFL Lawmakers Vow to Avoid First Day of Minnesota House Session
The Minnesota Legislature is set to begin its 2025 session Tuesday, but there is uncertainty about how much work will be accomplished in the House.

State DFL Representatives-Elect Sworn in to Minnesota House Early
Minnesota House Democrats say all state representatives-elect were sworn into office this weekend by a district court judge.

2 Found Dead in Shakopee Hotel Room After Swingers Club Party
Two people were found dead in a Shakopee hotel room on New Year’s Day.

Big Increase in Flu Activity, 14 Deaths
The Minnesota Department of Health is reporting a big spike in flu activity in the new year.

NFL Moves Rams vs. Viking Playoff Game to Arizona
The Minnesota Vikings and L-A Rams will play the N-F-C Wild Card game Monday night at the home of the Arizona Cardinals.

SOS Simon Tells GOP House Leaders 68 Members Needed for Quorum
Secretary of State Steve Simon says the state constitution requires a majority of 68 members for a quorum in the Minnesota House.

State Dedicated over $1.2 M to Research Bird Flu in Wildlife
Minnesota is approving the allocation of more than $1.2 million in lottery proceeds for the research of avian influenza in wildlife.

House Democrats Threaten Not to Show Up First 2 Weeks of Session
The Minnesota state legislature is set to convene in just over a week, but the question is, will Democrats even be there?