Minnesota lawmakers reached a budget framework agreement. However, Stearns County worries cost shifts might impact local property taxes.

Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive is one of the best scenic drives in the country, according to the 2025 USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards.

USA TODAY readers voted the statues of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox in Bemidji as one of the top roadside attractions in the country.

Will Trump pardon Derek Chauvin? The former officer convicted of murdering George Floyd in 2020 would still face prison time for his state conviction.

With a net worth of $2.9 billion, Glen Taylor is the richest person in Minnesota, according to Forbes' list of the wealthiest people in each state.

A Minnesota city of roughly 180 people got a new Dollar General store earlier this spring. Here's what to know.

After the Trump administration announced the nomination of Daniel Rosen as Minnesota’s next U.S. Attorney, one detail stood out: the state’s very likely, soon-to-be top federal prosecutor has scant ...

The St. Cloud Times/LocalIQ recognized the five winners Tuesday, who discussed their love of the community and importance of ...

The Dream Center is celebrating its 30th anniversary in St. Cloud. But it needs help maintaining its century-old building.

Kwik Trip was ranked No. 1 in Best Gas Station Brand in 2024 by USA TODAY readers. It adds two more wins in 2025. Minnesota has lots of them.

In the event of a wildfire, hurricane or other natural catastrophe, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security recommends that ...

Three wildfires have burned nearly 20,000 acres in northern Minnesota, destroying buildings and prompting evacuations. Here's what we know.