05/16/2026

GOP Lawmaker's Claim of Profane Remark Lacks Video Evidence

A Republican lawmaker claimed a Democratic colleague told him to "go f-ing shoot himself" on the Minnesota House floor, but video evidence has not backed up the account.

May 16

Minnesota lawmakers pass strict social media limits for children under 16

May 16

St. Paul man charged after threat closes South St. Paul schools

A St. Paul man faces charges after threatening to shoot up a South St. Paul school, leading the district to close schools for the day. He turned himself in and remains jailed pending his first appearance.

May 16

Minnesota Senate Unanimously Approves Child Grooming as Standalone Felony

May 16

Flowers Links Ravens' Injuries to Harbaugh's Practice Intensity

Zay Flowers attributed the Baltimore Ravens' high number of injuries last season to the demanding practice regimen under former coach John Harbaugh. Flowers stated the practices were 'heavy', leading to increased player vulnerability.

May 16

Report: Fake IDs Used in $20 Million Fraud Scheme

May 16

Preseason Top 20 MLB Players Underperforming in 2026

May 16

Broncos Aim to Bolster Tight End Production with Youth and Veteran Mix

May 16

Minnesota's Last Hooters Closes at Mall of America

Hooters is closing its final Minnesota location at Mall of America on Sunday, March 22.

May 16

Minnesota credit card delinquencies hit highest rate in nation

May 16

A Japanese Master Captures Spring in Seventeen Syllables

Matsuo Basho watched a frog jump into an old pond in 1686, and the ripples from that moment still reach us today. His haiku reminds us that poetry doesn't need grandeur to hold the whole world.

May 16

Martin County Seeks Bids to Restore Historic Courthouse Dome Murals

Martin County seeks bids from experienced art conservators to restore four historic murals in the courthouse dome. Sealed bids are due April 16, 2026.

May 16

Hewitt Volunteer Vaughn Hackbarth Remembered 25 Years Later

May 16

County Road 39 Closes for Two-Week Repair Project

May 16

Albert Lea Expands Solar Power and Water Management Projects

May 16

McLeod County Spring Newsletter Features K9 Rico Update, Road Construction Plans

May 16