Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship for Egyptian Students at the University of Minnesota, USA

The Yousriya Loza-Sawiris Scholarship offers a transformative opportunity for Egyptian students to pursue a Master’s degree in Development Practice (MDP) at the Hubert H. Humphrey School of Public Affairs, University of Minnesota, USA. Funded by...

Will J.J. McCarthy play against the Philadelphia Eagles today? Latest injury update on the Minnesota Vikings quarterback

J.J. McCarthy remains sidelined with an ankle injury as the Vikings prepare to face the Eagles in Week 7. Carson Wentz will start his fourth consecutive game, aiming for a significant performance against his former team. Despite being underdogs,...

UND’s power play cools off in series split with Minnesota

GRAND FORKS — UND’s power play converted at an elite clip in its series sweep of St. Thomas last weekend. The unit went 4-for-6. It seemed that, despite the production lost in the offseason, the Fighting Hawks had picked up right where they left...

Researchers finds microplastics in all Minnesota lakes they tested

MINNEAPOLIS (KFGO-WCCO) — A recent study of 40 Minnesota lakes found microplastics present in each. “There is, not at this time, sufficient research to tell us how dangerous it is,” Katelynn Rolfes, a conservation advocate for Environment...

Environmental group files appeal against Pine Island technology park

PINE ISLAND, Minn. — The Minnesota Center for Environmental Advocacy has filed a suit against the city of Pine Island and developer Ryan Companies US, Inc., over the alternative urban areawide review (AUAR) for Project Skyway, a technology...

Minneapolis educators warn of possible strike vote if no deal is reached

Striking teachers outside Minneapolis Public Schools in 2022. (FOX 9) MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - Minneapolis educators are gearing up for a possible strike following lengthy contract negotiations with the school district. This comes after hundreds of...

Finley Wildlife Club youth pheasant hunt coming up Oct. 19 on Outdoors Calendar

To get an event in the Outdoors calendar, contact Brad Dokken at (701) 780-1148, (800) 477-6572 ext. 1148 or by email at bdokken@gfherald.com . Deadline is 5 p.m. Wednesdays. Oct. 19: Finley Wildlife Club annual Youth Pheasant Hunt, private lands...

Everything that P.J. Fleck said after Minnesota’s 24-6 win over No. 25 Nebraska

Minnesota football coach P.J. Fleck met with the Minnesota media on Friday after the Gophers’ 24-6 win over No. 25 Nebraska. Gophers Nation has the full transcript of everything that Fleck had to say on Friday night below. Fleck:“All right, first...

Climate Prediction Center Updates Winter Outlook

The latest seasonal temperature outlook calls for above normal temperatures for much of the lower half of the continental United States. Image: NOAA CPC NOAA’s Climate Prediction Center (CPC) has released their latest winter outlook for the months...

Minnesota Department of Agriculture adds three weather stations to expand Ag Weather Network

Thom Petersen, Commissioner at Minnesota Department of Agriculture | Minnesota Department of AgricultureThom Petersen, Commissioner at Minnesota Department of Agriculture | Minnesota Department of Agriculture The Minnesota Department of...

HUSKERS FOOTBALL Recap – That Just Hurt to Watch: Minnesota 24 NEBRASKA 6

This game should finish quite a few things off. First of all, look at our last 5 games on the schedule - Northwestern, Southern Cal, UCLA, Penn State, Iowa. People were referring to that slate as one which could be run. I questioned that before...

First Look at 2026 American Innovation $1 Coins for Iowa, Wisconsin, California, and Minnesota

2026 American Innovation dollars spotlight four states and debut a Liberty Bell "250" privy mark The United States Mint has unveiled the 2026 American Innovation $1 Coin designs, recognizing key contributions from Iowa, Wisconsin, California, and...

Nebraska vs. Minnesota FREE LIVE STREAM (10/17/25): Watch college football, Week 8 online | Time, TV channel

The No. 25 Nebraska Huskers face the Minnesota Gophers on Friday, Oct. 17, 2025 at Huntington Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minn. How to watch: Fans can watch the game for FREE via a trial of DirecTV or FuboTV. Streaming platform Free trial Monthly...

La Nina could bring a colder, wetter winter to Minnesota. Will a blob in the ocean make it worse?

An oceanic heat wave in the north Pacific, paired with La Nina down south, could make for a bitter cold combo. But don't bet on it. CHANHASSEN, Minn. — The National Weather Service has just released its winter outlook for December, January and...

Minneapolis police investigating a new series of car break-ins

Minneapolis police are investigating a new rash of car break-ins across the city, and Cheryl Kramer isn’t happy about it. “There’s a lot of confusion on the streets,” she says. “People don’t know what to do with themselves.” Investigators say...

'No Kings' rallies will draw thousands across the country, including dozens in Minnesota

Organizers say they have volunteers focused on de-escalation in case of tension. MINNESOTA, USA — For the second time this year, 'No Kings' rallies will take place across the country on Saturday. This comes after those rallies drew thousands to...

Commentary: We live in downtown Minneapolis and we like it

By Ron Way, Minneapolis, MN If the recent TV documentary, “A Precarious State,” was the only available information about Minneapolis, who’d choose to live amongst so much crime, a lousy business climate and chaotic City Council? We wouldn’t....

Brenda Short said she's running for mayor of Minneapolis on behalf of community

Short lacks the resources of the other candidates, but said the community and small businesses are her priority. MINNEAPOLIS — If you've watched some of the Minneapolis mayoral debates, you've probably noticed Brenda Short. Although she trails the...

Minnesota energy assistance funding in limbo amid government shutdown

The ongoing government shutdown means a federal energy assistance program is on pause, leaving tens of thousands of Minnesotans in limbo when it comes to covering their heating bills. The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is a federal...

Microplastics found in 40 popular Minnesota waterways, study finds

ROCHESTER, Minn. (KTTC) – Tiny pieces of plastic have been discovered in many of Minnesota’s waterway and experts say it’s a problem. In the study, titled Microplastics in Minnesota: A survey of our “10,000 Lakes,” 40 locations were sampled and...