Leadership Scramble: GOP Rivals Vie for TitleJan 28, 2012 | 5:03 am
When Mitt Romney and Newt Gingrich aren't puffing up their own leadership credentials, they're running down the leadership skills of one another and President Barack Obama.
Cruise Ship Fuel Removal Stalled Due to RoughJan 28, 2012 | 5:03 am
Rough seas off Italy's Tuscan coast have forced a delay in the start of the operation to pump out half a million gallons of fuel from the grounded cruise liner Costa Concordia.
Obama Seeks Government Reforms in CongressJan 28, 2012 | 4:30 am
President Barack Obama, fresh from a five-state tour following his State of the Union address, is calling for government reforms to ease gridlock and bar members of Congress from profiting from their position.
Man Accused of Stealing to Save His BarJan 27, 2012 | 9:00 pm Glen Neville has been charged with possession of stolen property in Ramsey County and faces up to 10 years in prison if convicted.
MN Atheists Promote Message with Babies on BiJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmFor decades, babies have appeared on billboards across Minnesota touting an anti-abortion message. This week, new billboards are popping up, showing images of babies while promoting Atheism.
Somali Pirate Threat Concerns Minn. HumanitarJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pm
Just days after the United States rescued two kidnapped humanitarian aid workers in Somalia, pirates in the country are saying: don't try it again They're telling the American government that if it tries to rescue another American being held hostage they'll kill him in the process.
Student Charged in Utah School Bomb PlotJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 pm
The two teens had a detailed plot, blueprints of the school and security systems, but no explosives. They had hours of flight simulator training on a home computer and a plan to flee the country, but no plane.
NFL Timing May Slow Vikes Stadium MomentumJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pm
For a solid decade, the countdown to the end of the Minnesota Vikings' lease at the Metrodome has hung like a hammer over the political debate on whether citizens should help pay for a new stadium. That lease is about to expire, but thanks to a confluence of NFL deadlines and Minnesota's legislative calendar, it's not looking like the advantage the Vikings might have hoped.
Doctor Convicted in Jackson Death Seeks ReleaJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pm
The doctor convicted of involuntary manslaughter in Michael Jackson's death asked a judge Friday to release him from jail pending his appeal.
Dayton's PUC Chief Faces Senate RejectionJan 27, 2012 | 5:00 pm
A leading Senate Republican says she expects the full Senate to reject Gov. Mark Dayton's choice to lead the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission.
Partly cloudy, cooler SaturdayJan 28, 2012 | 5:03 amLook for partly cloudy skies tonight as temperatures fall into the middle teens by early Saturday morning.? Winds are going to be brisk from the northwest at 10 to 15 mph.
Partly cloudy, breezy tonightJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmLook for partly cloudy skies tonight as temperatures fall into the middle teens by early Saturday morning.? Winds are going to be brisk from the northwest at 10 to 15 mph.
Clouds break tonightJan 27, 2012 | 2:00 pmSnow showers have moved east.? Look for clouds to break up tonight as temperatures fall into the middle teens by early Saturday morning.
Mild night, breezy ThursdayJan 25, 2012 | 8:00 pm?A mild evening on tap with temperatures dropping from 30 degrees to the mid 20s and then will hold steady throughout the night.? Skies will become partly cloudy overnight.
Mild night, ThursdayJan 25, 2012 | 1:00 pmA bit of snow and a bit of sunshine have now been replaced by cloud cover this afternoon.? Snow was light in the metro but up to 2" or so fell in the St.
A mild couple of daysJan 25, 2012 | 7:00 am?After some early morning snow showers, things are quiet, but still mostly cloudy.?Expect some breaks in the cloud cover by afternoon with temps warming into the low to mid 30s.
Few flurries early, mild WednesdayJan 25, 2012 | 4:30 am?Some snow showers pushed through the metro early Wednesday dropping a quick dusting to a couple tenths of an inch of snow on your sidewalks and some side streets. All.
10-Year-Old Scout To Receive Merit Award For Jan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmIn just five years of scouting, Antonio Vandal has amassed an impressive bunch of badges. On the wall in his family's living room, hangs a sheet of felt plastered with badges of all kind.
Movie Blog: Feb. Retro Showings Movie Buffs WJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pmValentine's Day isn't so far away now, and if you're fortunate enough to be in a relationship with a movie buff, there are plenty of great options over the next few weeks to build up to the event.
NFL Timing May Slow Vikes Stadium MomentumJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmFor a solid decade, the countdown to the end of the Minnesota Vikings' lease at the Metrodome has hung like a hammer over the political debate on whether citizens should help pay for a new stadium.
Kennedy Wrestler With Autism Beats The Odds TJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmTo be among the best athletes in the state it takes hard work, passion and great coaching. That's certainly the case for a unique athlete from Bloomington who is now beating the odds.
Wheelchair Hockey Trailer Stolen In ShakopeeJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmA Minnesota nonprofit that sponsors wheelchair hockey is asking for help in finding a stolen equipment trailer.
MN Girl Granted Dying Wish To Help Sick ChildJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmA young Minnesota girl's dying wish is now helping sick children across the world. Priyanka Bhakta, 8, died from Acute Lymphoblast Leukemia in 2003, already knowing what legacy she would leave behind.
10-Year-Old Scout To Receive Merit Award For Jan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmIn just five years of scouting, Antonio Vandal has amassed an impressive bunch of badges. On the wall in his family's living room, hangs a sheet of felt plastered with badges of all kind.
NFL Timing May Slow Vikes Stadium MomentumJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmFor a solid decade, the countdown to the end of the Minnesota Vikings' lease at the Metrodome has hung like a hammer over the political debate on whether citizens should help pay for a new stadium.
Kennedy Wrestler With Autism Beats The Odds TJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmTo be among the best athletes in the state it takes hard work, passion and great coaching. That's certainly the case for a unique athlete from Bloomington who is now beating the odds.
Wheelchair Hockey Trailer Stolen In ShakopeeJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmA Minnesota nonprofit that sponsors wheelchair hockey is asking for help in finding a stolen equipment trailer.
MN Girl Granted Dying Wish To Help Sick ChildJan 27, 2012 | 3:00 pmA young Minnesota girl's dying wish is now helping sick children across the world. Priyanka Bhakta, 8, died from Acute Lymphoblast Leukemia in 2003, already knowing what legacy she would leave behind.
3 Days Into Legislative Session, Lawmakers AlJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmJust six months ago, an inability to see eye-to-eye led to Minnesota's longest state shutdown. Now, the 2012 legislative session is only three days old, but state lawmakers on opposite ends of the political spectrum are already back to bickering.
Movie Blog: Feb. Retro Showings Movie Buffs WJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pmValentine's Day isn't so far away now, and if you're fortunate enough to be in a relationship with a movie buff, there are plenty of great options over the next few weeks to build up to the event.
Fanilows Rejoice! Barry's Coming To The 'X'Jan 27, 2012 | 6:30 amCould it be magic? Is it a miracle? A true blue spectacle? Not exactly, but it certainly seems like daybreak for Fanilows.
St. Paul Winter Carnival BeginsJan 26, 2012 | 8:00 pmDespite the warmer weather, it's finally time to celebrate winter. On Thursday, the St.
'Real Pirates' Exhibit Coming To Science MuseJan 26, 2012 | 2:30 pmNow, at the Science Museum of Minnesota, you'll soon be able to get a glimpse of what it was like to be a real pirate.
'Book Of Mormon,' 'Flashdance' Coming To MplsJan 26, 2012 | 9:30 amThe Hennepin Theatre Trust's new 2012-13 Broadway Across America season has been announced and includes the ever-popular musical, "The Book of Mormon.".
Winter Medallion Fanatic Has Trunk Of HuntingJan 26, 2012 | 8:00 amThe hunt for the Winter Carnival medallion is still on and the serious medallion hunters are scouring the streets of St. Paul.
Push for dozens of changes to MN constitutionJan 27, 2012 | 10:30 pmThe Republican controlled House and Senate in the Minnesota legislature has an opportunity to get policy on the books without the Democratic Governor's blessing.
Wheelchair hockey equipment stolenJan 27, 2012 | 10:00 pmThe Minnesota Power Hockey League is a group made up of disabled men and women in wheel chairs who?do what they love, play hockey. But now that love is in jeopardy.
Government shutdown claims piling upJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmSo far, 29 claims by highway contractors who lost work have been settled for $2 million.
St. Paul man accused of driving drunk with kiJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 pmChristian Stoner is accused of picking up his 5-year-old son and his 1-year-old daughter from?daycare and then?driving drunk. Later the son admitted that his dad was "pulling over in random places.
"Little Free Libraries" pop up in MN and acroJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmThere are some new "libraries" popping up all across the country, including right here in the Twin Cities.?The thing is, there isn't a librarian, no need for a library card and the library itself is just about the size of a big mailbox.
Minneapolis Fire Chief: 'I was not forced outJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmAlex Jackson says he never wanted to be a firefighter. But he's retiring with 32 years in the Minneapolis Fire Department, leaving as the city's first black chief.
Mpls associate pastor convicted of killing edJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmA Hennepin County jury convicted a Minneapolis associate pastor of first degree premeditated murder Friday in the death of a popular educator from North High School.
Eagan company fights butt fatigueJan 27, 2012 | 3:30 pmThe Ergotron corporation is helping find out if workers can be guided into healthier, active lifestyles by standing at least part of the workday. Ergotron makes and markets the desks that make that possible.
U of M president says TCF Bank Stadium could Jan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pmUniversity of Minnesota President Eric Kaler says TCF Bank stadium would be "quite adequate" as a temporary home for the Vikings.
Trailer, equipment stolen from disabled hockeJan 27, 2012 | 11:00 amLate Wednesday or early Thursday someone stole the PowerHockey trailer from the parking lot of Carburetion & Turbo Systems in Shakopee, where it is parked during the winter months. .
Minnesota edges St. Cloud St. 2-1Jan 27, 2012 | 11:03 pmNick Bjugstad scored the game-winner in the second period as Minnesota beat St. Cloud State 2-1 Friday in the Western Collegiate Hockey Association.
Love: "This city is ready to explode" after TJan 27, 2012 | 10:30 pmIt was a tense, tied game late in the fourth quarter, one these nervous fans were used to seeing their Minnesota Timberwolves let slip away.
U of M president says TCF Bank Stadium could Jan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmUniversity of Minnesota President Eric Kaler says TCF Bank stadium would be "quite adequate" as a temporary home for the Vikings.
AP: Former Vikings coach Childress to be new Jan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmA person familiar with the decision says the Cleveland Browns have hired former Minnesota coach Brad Childress as their new offensive coordinator.
Manning, Colts owner downplay public riftJan 27, 2012 | 12:30 pmPeyton Manning and Colts owner Jim Irsay say there are no hard feelings between them despite a public war of words this week. .
Twins to retire Tom Kelly's No. 10Jan 27, 2012 | 6:00 amTom Kelly, the manager who led the Twins to their two World Series championships, had his No. 10 retired by the club Thursday.
Vonn wins World Cup super-combined eventJan 27, 2012 | 6:00 amLindsey Vonn won a World Cup super-combined event Friday to extend her lead in the overall standings against second-place Tina Maze.
State's #1 recruit: 'I'm going to U of M'Jan 26, 2012 | 4:30 pmHopkins senior wide receiver Andre McDonald has chosen to stay in state. McDonald told KARE 11 Thursday he will play for the University of Minnesota next year.
3 Past Cases May Be Used Against JacobsJan 27, 2012 | 2:30 pmA Hennepin County court order in the case against William Jacobs will allow prosecutors to use three past allegations of sexual abuse in their case against the former head of the Minneapolis Park Police.
Dayton Among Most Popular GovernorsJan 27, 2012 | 1:30 pmA new poll shows Minnesota Gov. Mark Dayton is one of the most popular governors in the country.
107 Hoarded Dogs Arrive in Twin CitiesJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 amMore than 100 dogs have arrived at shelters in the Twin Cities metro after they were rescued from filthy, overcrowded condition near Bemidji, Minn.
10 Years Ago, Baby Left to Die in WoodsJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 amA Missouri woman returned to Minnesota to face a Sibley County judge on Thursday, facing accusations left her newborn baby to die in the woods after giving birth in 2001.
Flood Forecast: Lack Of Snow Cuts RiskJan 26, 2012 | 9:00 pmForecasters say the risk of significant flooding in the Red River Valley is much lower than it's been in recent years because there's been so little snow this winter.
Panels to Hear DNR's Wolf Hunting BillsJan 26, 2012 | 9:00 pmMinnesota House and Senate panels will be taking their first looks at plans for the resumption of wolf hunting and trapping.
Coyotes Attack Eden Prairie DogJan 26, 2012 | 9:00 pmA 12-year-old Cockapoo is now fighting for his life after he was attacked by coyotes in Eden Prairie, and his owners are now warning anyone who will listen to protect their pets.
AHS Braces For Influx of Hoarded DogsJan 26, 2012 | 8:00 pmAnimal shelters in the metro area are scrambling for a big delivery of after investigators with the Animal Humane Society seized more than 100 dogs from a home near Bemidji.
Reward Tops $10K in Terrell Mayes CaseJan 26, 2012 | 7:00 pmIt has been one month since 3-year-old Terrell Mayes was shot and killed by a stray bullet, but his killer still has not been found.
NASA Finds 11 New Planetary SystemsJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 amA NASA mission has discovered 11 new planetary systems, giving astronomers a better idea of how planets form.
American Idol Goes Down to TexasJan 27, 2012 | 7:00 amThey say everything is bigger in Texas. It must be true: Thursday's episode of American Idol featuring auditions from Galveston was certainly a big improvement over other recent shows.
'Speed Gene' Traced to Single HorseJan 26, 2012 | 8:00 amScientists believe they have a winner when tracing back the origin of the "speed gene" in Thoroughbred racehorses.
American Idol Highlight: Magic CyclopsJan 26, 2012 | 7:00 amMaybe it's the altitude. Viewers who tuned into Wednesday night's episode of "American Idol" eager to see contestants rock out in the Rocky Mountains must have been sorely disappointed.
Gillette's New Facial Hair CampaignJan 26, 2012 | 7:00 amFacial hair is very definitely cool again if the new hype from Gillette is to be believed.
New 'Blue Marble' Photo of EarthJan 26, 2012 | 6:30 amAre you ready for a whole new look at the world? NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center has just shared a new breathtaking, high-definition photo of the Earth.
How the Solar Storm is Affecting EarthJan 25, 2012 | 8:00 amThe biggest solar storm since 2005 peaked on Tuesday, but disruptions could continue a while longer, experts say.
Edina police step up patrols after rash of buJan 27, 2012 | 10:30 pmEdina police have increased patrols in neighborhoods on the city's west side after a string of burglaries over the last three months.
Sen. Franken tours U of M wind plantJan 27, 2012 | 8:30 pmMinnesota Senator Al Franken toured a U of M wind plant Friday, one of three in the country to receive a federal grant.
Postponed ice fishing tournament back onJan 27, 2012 | 8:00 pmAfter being postponed for unfavorable weather conditions, one of the state's largest ice fishing tournaments is back on.
ice fishJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmAfter being postponed for unfavorable weather conditions, one of the state's largest ice fishing tournaments is back on.
Minnesota bank fails, closedJan 27, 2012 | 7:30 pmPeople who bank at Patriot Bank Minnesota now have a new bank.
Book of Mormon, Beauty and the Beast, more coJan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmThe Orpheum Theatre is hoping you'll be their guest for the 2012-2013 season. The Hennepin Theatre Trust, which runs the Orpheum, announced their next season Friday morning.
MN woman accused of murdering newborn in 2001Jan 27, 2012 | 6:30 pmA southern Minnesota woman was arrested Wednesday for her alleged role in the death of a newborn in April of 2001.
Stolen iPad returned, crime ring busted thankJan 27, 2012 | 4:30 pmHe quickly realized his $1,000 iPad was gone along with other smaller items. After alerting police he remembered he had downloaded a "Find my iPhone" app on his iPhone.
Man charged in cougar shooting in southwest MJan 27, 2012 | 4:00 pmProsecutors have charged a southwest Minnesota man for allegedly shooting a cougar last November. Twenty-six-year-old Daniel Hamman of rural Jackson County was charged by citation Friday with shooting a protected animal, a misdemeanor.
