Metro Transit Green Line extension opening June 12, 2027
Officials have announced the Green Line extension, also known as the Southwest Light Rail project, will be complete and open to riders on June 12, 2027.
Officials have announced the Green Line extension, also known as the Southwest Light Rail project, will be complete and open to riders on June 12, 2027.
Blue Line stalemate: Hennepin County, Met Council leadership at odds over funding
Debate continues on how to pay for the Blue Line light rail extension, but there is little to no movement on actually funding the project.
Debate continues on how to pay for the Blue Line light rail extension, but there is little to no movement on actually funding the project.
Minneapolis council to hold public hearing on Waymo ban
The public can weigh in Tuesday on the future of driverless vehicles in Minneapolis as city council members consider an ordinance they say would protect jobs and public safety but Waymo calls a “de facto ban."
The public can weigh in Tuesday on the future of driverless vehicles in Minneapolis as city council members consider an ordinance they say would protect jobs and public safety but Waymo calls a “de facto ban."
Minneapolis council to hold hearing on Waymo ban
Minneapolis City Council members are considering new regulations for commercial autonomous vehicles, including a business license and a requirement for a human monitor in every driverless taxi.
Minneapolis City Council members are considering new regulations for commercial autonomous vehicles, including a business license and a requirement for a human monitor in every driverless taxi.
Waymo in Minneapolis: City council considers ordinance that could ban driverless rideshares
Waymo has been testing its autonomous vehicles in Minneapolis for months, eyeing a launch in the city. Now, a proposed Minneapolis City Council ordinance could complicate those plans.
Waymo has been testing its autonomous vehicles in Minneapolis for months, eyeing a launch in the city. Now, a proposed Minneapolis City Council ordinance could complicate those plans.
MSP Airport tops North America passenger satisfaction ranking for 3rd straight year: Study
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been ranked first as North America’s best mega airport in a passenger satisfaction study for the third year in a row, according to the J.D. Power 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study.
The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport has been ranked first as North America’s best mega airport in a passenger satisfaction study for the third year in a row, according to the J.D. Power 2026 North America Airport Satisfaction Study.
Minneapolis council weighs Waymo 'ban'
Minneapolis City Council is considering an ordinance that would require a human monitor with a valid driver's license in every driverless robotaxi, a proposal Waymo calls a “de facto ban” on autonomous rideshares.
Minneapolis City Council is considering an ordinance that would require a human monitor with a valid driver's license in every driverless robotaxi, a proposal Waymo calls a “de facto ban” on autonomous rideshares.
Chatsworth helicopter crash: 3 killed, including NBCLA pilot and aerial reporter
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
A news helicopter providing coverage for NBCLA crashed in Chatsworth, killing three people.
Alleged Medicaid Fraudster who initially fled country, released from federal custody
A Twin Cities man accused of stealing nearly $1.3 million from a Medicaid program meant to help people with disabilities find housing was released from federal custody on GPS monitoring and home confinement after pleading not guilty in the case.
A Twin Cities man accused of stealing nearly $1.3 million from a Medicaid program meant to help people with disabilities find housing was released from federal custody on GPS monitoring and home confinement after pleading not guilty in the case.
Dolly Parton could soon have major airport named in her honor after unanimous vote
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Nashville International Airport is one step closer to undergoing a name change honoring late country music icon Dolly Parton.
Amazon cargo jet crash: Voice, flight recorders recovered as investigation continues
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
The National Transportation Safety Board provided an update on the deadly Amazon cargo jet crash that killed five people.
Labor Day gas prices hit record high as diesel surging costs hit drivers
The price of gas this Labor Day weekend high a record high at and average of $4.14 a gallon.
The price of gas this Labor Day weekend high a record high at and average of $4.14 a gallon.
Uber to lay off 3,300 employees as competition with robotaxis grow
Ride-share giant Uber announced plans to lay off nearly 10% of its workforce as growing competition from autonomous vehicles and robotaxis heats up the ride-hailing industry.
Ride-share giant Uber announced plans to lay off nearly 10% of its workforce as growing competition from autonomous vehicles and robotaxis heats up the ride-hailing industry.
Driverless robotaxis to expand into more US cities
Two major robotaxi operators are expanding their driverless ride-hailing operations into additional cities, giving riders more transportation options as the race to scale autonomous taxis accelerates across the U.S.
Two major robotaxi operators are expanding their driverless ride-hailing operations into additional cities, giving riders more transportation options as the race to scale autonomous taxis accelerates across the U.S.
Where Midwest airports rank for on time departures
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics compiled a ranking of 30 U.S. airports by their percentage of on-time departures between Jan. 2026 and June 2026. Here's how the airports stacked up, including some in the Midwest.
The Bureau of Transportation Statistics compiled a ranking of 30 U.S. airports by their percentage of on-time departures between Jan. 2026 and June 2026. Here's how the airports stacked up, including some in the Midwest.
Blatnik Bridge reconstruction gets underway
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Sens. Amy Klobuchar, Tammy Baldwin and Tina Smith to break ground on the Blatnik Bridge reconstruction connecting Duluth and Superior.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Sens. Amy Klobuchar, Tammy Baldwin and Tina Smith to break ground on the Blatnik Bridge reconstruction connecting Duluth and Superior.
Blatnik Bridge reconstruction gets underway
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Sens. Amy Klobuchar, Tammy Baldwin and Tina Smith to break ground on the Blatnik Bridge reconstruction connecting Duluth and Superior.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Wisconsin Gov. Tony Evers joined Sens. Amy Klobuchar, Tammy Baldwin and Tina Smith to break ground on the Blatnik Bridge reconstruction connecting Duluth and Superior.
Blatnik Bridge connecting Minnesota, Wisconsin to undergo $1.8B reconstruction
A major bridge connecting two states is getting a long-overdue overhaul.
A major bridge connecting two states is getting a long-overdue overhaul.
Minnesota State Fair: What you need to know for 2026
The Minnesota State Fair runs Thursday, Aug. 27 to Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. This guide has everything you need to know about the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together from how much it costs and how to get there to all the new foods, attractions and entertainment.
The Minnesota State Fair runs Thursday, Aug. 27 to Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 7. This guide has everything you need to know about the 2026 Great Minnesota Get-Together from how much it costs and how to get there to all the new foods, attractions and entertainment.
Green Line extension prepares for 2027 opening
The Southwest Light Rail project, also known as the METRO Green Line Extension, is moving another step closer to its expected 2027 opening. Metro Transit is conducting emergency safety drills at SouthWest Station in Eden Prairie as crews prepare for the new line. Metro Transit Chief Safety Officer Andrew Brody explains what the drills involve, what residents may see and hear, and where testing stands ahead of opening day.
The Southwest Light Rail project, also known as the METRO Green Line Extension, is moving another step closer to its expected 2027 opening. Metro Transit is conducting emergency safety drills at SouthWest Station in Eden Prairie as crews prepare for the new line. Metro Transit Chief Safety Officer Andrew Brody explains what the drills involve, what residents may see and hear, and where testing stands ahead of opening day.