Rain finally arrives in Twin Cities Sunday

Showers developed late Saturday night and continue to become more widespread throughout Sunday morning in Minnesota. 

Tropical Storm Claudette tornado damages dozens of homes in Alabama

Tropical Storm Claudette is dumping heavy rain along the U.S. Gulf Coast, bringing a risk of flash floods and tornados to areas of Mississippi and Alabama.

Summer solstice 2021: Why it’s the start of season, longest day of year

The first day of summer is on Sunday, June 20. But what is the summer solstice, why is it the longest day of the year and how is it celebrated? Here are some facts about the significant day.

First half of June was 6th warmest of any month on record

Not only was this the warmest first half of June on record by far, it was also the sixth warmest first half of ANY month in the Twin Cities.

Minnesota farmers desperate for rain amid drought

A near statewide drought has many Minnesota farmers feeling uneasy right now. Their corn and soybean crops are withering away each day that passes without much-needed rain.

9th straight day of temperatures in 90s in Twin Cities

Friday marks the ninth straight day of temperatures reaching 90 degrees or more in the Twin Cities metro area.

Watering bans in effect in several cities amid June heat wave

A number of Minnesota cities have implemented watering bans this week due to drought conditions brought on by the extreme heat.

Lightning strike leaves giant, smoldering hole in street after storm

Video showed the aftermath of a lightning strike that left a 6-inch deep, 10-inch wide hole smoldering in the street in Massachusetts.

Thursday's forecast: HOT!
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It will be very hot today, before the heat lessens, slightly, over the weekend.

‘Ring of fire’ solar eclipse: Where, when and how to watch

NASA says the "ring of fire" solar eclipse happens because the moon is too far away from Earth and cannot completely block out the sun’s view, leaving what appears to be a fiery ring around the moon.