Spring Flood Run brings thousands of motorcycles to the roads
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Brad Smith tells us about the Flood Run, the season opener for motorcyclists across Minnesota. The event is expected to bring thousands of motorcycles to the roads this weekend. Public safety officials are urging drivers to watch for riders and use extra caution to help prevent crashes.

U.S. attorney submits recommendation on whether the DOJ should seek death penalty for Boelter
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Prosecutors have taken a formal step in Vance Boelter's case, with U.S. Attorney Daniel Rosen submitting a recommendation on whether to seek the death penalty. The final decision now rests with top Justice Department officials. Attorney Mike Bryant weighs in on what this means and what happens going forward. 

Blaine elementary teacher sentenced to work release for filming up minor's dress

A former Jefferson Elementary school teacher has been sentenced after authorities discovered a video in which he pointed a camera up the dress of a minor that he accidentally to one of his daughters.

Avoiding bears in the wild: DNR expert shares safety tips
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Minnesota Department of Natural Resources Wildlife Extension Specialist Franklin Whittaker shared tips on how to avoid encounters with bears in the wild. 

2 Minnesota motorcyclists die in western Wisconsin crash

A man and woman from Minnesota are dead after they crashed into each other while riding Harley-Davidson motorcycles in western Wisconsin.

Trail mix recalled over undeclared allergen

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co has issued a recall for one of their Frederik’s by Meijer Vanilla Bourbon Trail Mix products that was sold in six U.S. states. 

Watch: Marathoner says "natural instinct" made him help runner across finish line

Video captured the moments when Aaron Beggs and Robson Oliveira held up Ajay Haridasse on each side as the three ran toward the finish line during the Boston Marathon on Monday.

Edina shooting: 3 men to be released due to lack of evidence, HCAO says

Three people initially arrested in connection with a deadly shooting near Southdale Mall will be released Friday, while the suspected shooter remains in custody, according to the Hennepin County Attorney’s Office.

Roadkill found in freezer at Chinese restaurant, police say

Police in Pineville, Louisiana, are investigating a local restaurant after officers found a deer believed to be roadkill stored in a freezer with food.

Iran latest: Witkoff, Kushner heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner will be heading to Pakistan to meet with Iran officials for peace negotiations.

Minnesota lawmakers shootings: Prosecutor submits recommendation on if suspect should get death penalty

A federal prosecutor has submitted his recommendation on whether the Minnesota lawmaker shootings suspect should face the death penalty, but the content of the recommendation is not yet public.

Black bear spotted in Cottage Grove neighborhood

A black bear was spotted roaming around in a Cottage Grove neighborhood on Friday, according to authorities.

White House honey program expands with addition of new beehive on South Lawn

A new beehive crafted by a local artisan in the image of the White House has been installed on the South Lawn, expanding the White House honey program.

Ilhan Omar vinegar attack: Kazmierczak set to plead guilty in federal court

The man arrested for spraying Rep. Ilhan Omar with a syringe filled with apple cider vinegar at a town hall event in Minneapolis is set to plead guilty in federal court.

Wildfire in Georgia underscores climate change impact in Eastern US

As two significant brush fires have been burning in Georgia for the past week, experts say wildfires are becoming more intense and frequent on the East Coast. 

Trump extends Jones Act waiver amid Iran war
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President Trump has granted a 90-day Jones Act waiver in an effort to curb energy costs as the war with Iran continues. 

Pentagon gives update on Iran war, US blockade [FULL]
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine held a press briefing at the Pentagon on April 24, 2026. The briefing focused on the Iran war and the ongoing U.S. Navy blockade near the Strait of Hormuz.