DEVASTATING LOSS: Latest News From Como Park Zoo in Minnesota

Devastating news from one of Minnesota's most popular attractions hit social media on Friday, May 2nd.  But in the message of sadness, a bit of joy was also shared with animal lovers in the Land of 10,000 Lakes.   Heartbreaking News Shared By Como Park …

Minnesota will supervise autism and some housing services providers closer

(FOX 9) - Minnesota will be tightening its supervision on autism and some housing service providers in hopes of better detecting fraud in the system.  MN autism providers supervised more closely  What we know: The Minnesota Department of Human Services ( …

Minnesota kennel owner charged with animal torture after 9 dogs found dead

The Kanabec County Sheriff's Office is investigating a case of suspected animal cruelty at a dog kennel and training facility in Mora, according to a notice posted on the facility’s front door. MORA, Minn. (FOX 9) - A Minnesota dog kennel owner is …

One arrested after drug bust in Winona, Minnesota

WINONA, Minn. (WEAU) - One person was arrested after a drug bust in Winona, Minn. Thursday morning. According to the Winona Police Departments Facebook page, they executed a search warrant on the 600 block of E 2nd street related to an ongoing …

Shiloh Hendrix Raises Over $300K: White Woman Caught On Camera Using N-Word At Minnesota Playground

The NAACP branch in Rochester, Minnesota is calling for an investigation after a white woman repeatedly said the N-word at a park. The woman, who is seen in a viral clip, is holding her own child while she’s confronted by an adult who called her out for …

Minnesota House continues work on education budget after last-minute snafu stalls progress

SAINT PAUL, Minn. (GRAY) – Minnesota House members will continue negotiations on their education budget bill into the weekend after a last-minute holdup in a key committee earlier this week. The budget bill was set to hit the House Floor for a vote on …

Rock the Rez camp gives Minnesota Native girls a place to play and be heard

Over the course of seven seasons, Kith + Kin has raised more than $57,000 for various local organizations. This year’s concert, which takes place Saturday, is expected to raise more than $20,000 for Rock the Rez, according to Ries.Volunteers and board …

Master Gardener Sue Morris: Squill considered invasive in Minnesota

In a recent column, several spring ephemerals were mentioned. Squill is also in that category. I've never grown it but recently have been reading lots of pros and cons about this pretty little flower. Squill emerges early and blooms right after the …

Oldest Dairy Queen in Minnesota has new owners

Here's how a Minnesota man changed his life

Rolando Ruiz is celebrating the most important day of his life, so far. "I feel like I got another chance at life because this isn't the end, it's the beginning," said Ruiz. A new beginning for a man who entered the world behind bars. …