St. Paul mental health hospital will fill desperate need for psychiatric beds
A new mental health hospital is set to open near the Minnesota Capitol in just a few weeks. The Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital held its grand opening Wednesday, and it can be a huge boost to the state’s mental health systems.
St. Paul encampment shooting leads to murder charges for Aitkin man
A death at a homeless encampment in St. Paul has led to murder charges for a man that police believe shot another over a fentanyl purchase.
New Minnesota Senate committee braces for federal budget blowback
Minnesota senators are forming a first of its kind committee to plan for the local cost of federal budget cuts as the impacts of President Trump’s budget and other economic decisions are slowly coming into focus.
MN House DFL names Zack Stephenson as leader after Melissa Hortman’s assassination
Minnesota House Democrats have selected Rep. Zack Stephenson as the new caucus leader, nearly three months after Melissa Hortman was killed.
Allina Health closes infusion center at United Hospital in St. Paul
The United Hospital infusion unit in St. Paul closed its doors on Friday, but Allina Health says they will help transition patient care.
Annunciation mass shooting: Faith leaders call for assault weapon ban
A coalition of faith leaders is calling for assault weapons and high-capacity magazines to be banned after the Annunciation mass shooting in Minneapolis.
St. Paul mayor proposes 5.3% tax levy increase in 2026 budget
Saying the state’s capitol city is currently navigating an array of pressures, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter has proposed a budget for 2026 that would increase taxes on city residents by at least 5.3%.
St. Paul Johnson student arrested for bringing gun to school
A St. Paul Johnson High School student was arrested Tuesday morning after being found with a gun at the school on the first day of classes, police say.
Twin Cities mayors want power to put firearm bans in place
In the wake of the mass shooting at Annunciation Church, Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey, St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter and Brooklyn Park Mayor Hollies Winston will press the legislature on Tuesday to change a state law that prevents cities from putting gun regulations in place.
Things to do in Minnesota: 5 things to do this weekend (Sept. 5-7)
From a K-Pop fan convention to an event celebrating your furry friend, there's plenty of things to do in the Twin Cities this weekend.
Twin Cities police increasing visibility during first week of school
In the wake of last week's mass shooting at Annunciation Church, St. Paul Police are ramping up their presence at public and private schools, in an effort to ease community concerns.
Annunciation shooting: Minnesota youth rallies for action on gun violence prevention
In the wake of the deadly mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic Church and School, Minnesota student groups and DFL lawmakers rallied at the state capitol Monday calling for stronger gun control.
Hmong 50 Festival creates space for unique St. Paul celebration
The Hmong 50 Festival had the look and feel of a street fair outside the Minnesota State Capitol.