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After 5 incredible years, this beloved boutique in Minnesota is closing. Here's the announcement that was recently shared by the business.

Ketchup might be a summer staple, but how often do we stop to think about where it's been?

She was a former inmate in Florida, now she is dishing the details of prison life on TikTok.

This local author has turned her pain into a comforting collection of recipes and stories that resonate with us all.

Big news for small businesses in Minnesota! Over $33 million is up for grabs to fuel local entrepreneurship and innovation.

The good news? It's not in our neck of the woods!

Singer of 1981 hit version hates the idea of her voice being borrowed – but doesn’t want anyone to be a victim of hate.

Our answers cover the U.S. from coast to coast. What are your favorite local places to see live music?

They'll revisit the work of their pre-fame moniker on three-week trek.

In a summer where every bit of cooling counts, some locals are turning to umbrellas for their AC units—sounds clever, but is it really a smart move?

With nearly every home in Minnesota now sporting air conditioning, it’s surprising how much a little care can save you in the sweltering heat.

New shows will keep him on the road through early November.

My dad was telling me stories about visiting the monkeys at the park when he was a kid. I didn't believe him until I looked up this strange but true piece of history. Here's the story about Monkey Island.

The final show for the 2025 Minnesota State Fair has been announced!

It was also named one of the best in America!

The gunman called the police before opening fire—see how it unfolded.

A list of the Top 100 Safest Cities in America is out. With the use of FBI crime rates, experts narrowed down the safety places to live, and two of those towns are in Minnesota.

DNR officials provided an update on the victim and explained the fate of the adult bear and cub involved should they be caught.

Get ready for a night of nostalgia as Nelly takes the stage at the fair, bringing along some surprise guests that are sure to thrill!

Their best moments during a turbulent era somehow found a way to balance competing personalities and career objectives.

The album's original producer says he spent 46 days working on the new collection.

Two juvenile suspects are now in custody at Arrowhead Juvenile Correction Center in Duluth, and handguns were recovered.

BIG winner out of Superior!

You might be surprised to learn that doing this is actually illegal in Minnesota.