Golden Valley & West Metro

Housing affordability push takes center stage at Capitol. Minnesota elected officials are sounding the alarm on the state's housing shortage, arguing that more families deserve a shot at the American Dream with stable, affordable homes. The push comes as communities across the west metro — including Golden Valley, Robbinsdale, Crystal, and New Hope — grapple with rising costs and limited inventory that are squeezing longtime residents and newcomers alike. (MinnPost)

Minneapolis

Manhole art popping up across Minneapolis. Artist Brandon Bradshaw, known as the "Manhole Man," is turning ordinary infrastructure into unexpected public art across the city. The project brings a touch of creativity to streets and sidewalks that thousands walk over every day without a second glance. (KSTP)

Minneapolis man accused of $1 million EBT fraud scheme. A Minneapolis store owner has been charged with using other people's EBT cards to stock his shelves, allegedly spending over a million dollars in benefits. The case highlights ongoing concerns about fraud within the public assistance system. (KARE 11)

City Council moves to revert César Chavez Avenue to original name. Minneapolis council members advanced a proposal to rename the street following accusations of sexual misconduct against the labor leader it honors. The measure still needs final approval before the name change takes effect. (KSTP)

40-year sentence handed down in south Minneapolis fatal shooting. Mickiah Latrell Jackson was sentenced to 40 years in prison for the shooting death of a man just over a year ago. Jackson had been charged with second-degree murder. (KSTP)

MPS board stays silent on multi-million dollar budget mistake. Despite community pressure, Minneapolis Public Schools board members did not address a costly financial error during their latest meeting. No board members raised the issue, and no public comments addressed it either. (KSTP)

Neighbors rally to save 140-year-old northeast Minneapolis house. The historic John Cook House, standing for nearly 140 years in northeast Minneapolis, has been saved from demolition after neighbors came together in a preservation effort. (KARE 11)

Hennepin County man sentenced to 15 years for townhome arson with children inside. A 23-year-old man was sentenced to 15 years in prison after prosecutors said he set fire to a Hennepin County townhome with four children inside. Abdirahman Abdi Abdullahi was connected to a family dispute. (KSTP)

HCMC funding crisis raises oversight questions at Legislature. Rescuing Hennepin County Medical Center has become a late-session priority, with analysts calling the situation a "red flag" that demands ongoing legislative oversight. (KSTP)

St. Paul

Hmong Museum celebrated ahead of Hmong Day on May 14. The Twin Cities area is home to the largest concentration of Hmong people in the United States, and the Hmong Museum in St. Paul preserves and shares that rich cultural heritage ahead of Hmong Day. (KSTP)

South St. Paul school referendums fail at the ballot box. Both the Capital Projects Levy and Building Bond referendums were rejected by South St. Paul voters. Princeton's levies also failed, while Lakeville and Wrenshall voters approved theirs. (KARE 11, KSTP)

West 7th landmark Downtowner Woodfire Grill to close after 38 years. Owner Moe Sharif is retiring, and the longtime West 7th restaurant will serve its final meals on Sunday, May 17. The closure marks the end of nearly four decades as a neighborhood staple. (KSTP)

Several pets die in St. Paul house fire. A St. Paul house fire claimed the lives of multiple pets, and the Red Cross is assisting the displaced family. The home is currently uninhabitable. (KARE 11)

Local Sports

Wembanyama dominates as Spurs throttle Wolves 126-97 for 3-2 series lead. Victor Wembanyama bounced back from his first career ejection with 27 points, 17 rebounds, and three blocks, leading San Antonio past Minnesota. The Wolves now face elimination heading back on the road. (KSTP)

Wild on the brink after 5-2 loss to Avalanche, trailing 3-1 in series. Ross Colton and Parker Kelly scored their first goals of the postseason in the third period as Colorado snapped back to take a commanding lead. The Wild face a steep climb to stay alive. (KSTP)

Bailey Ober tosses first career shutout as Twins blank Marlins 3-0. Ober threw a two-hitter and Byron Buxton stole home in a clean 3-0 victory over Miami in the series opener at Target Field. (KSTP)

Vikings to induct Adrian Peterson into Ring of Honor. The team will honor the record-breaking running back with a Ring of Honor induction in 2026, recognizing one of the most electrifying careers in franchise history. (KARE 11)

Minnesota Frost eliminated from PWHL playoffs by Montreal. Marie-Philip Poulin's power-play goal lifted the Victoire to a 2-1 Game 5 win, ending the two-time defending champion Frost's title hopes. Montreal advances to face Ottawa in the Walter Cup final. (KSTP)

Ludacris coming to Target Field as Twins postgame entertainment. The Grammy-winning rapper will perform after an upcoming Twins game, returning to Minneapolis after drawing a reported Taste of Minnesota attendance record last year. (KSTP)

Minnesota Statewide

Minnesota sues 3M again over PFAS pollution near Mississippi River. The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency filed a new lawsuit accusing 3M of continuing to contaminate groundwater and the Mississippi River with PFAS "forever chemicals." The case reopens a long-running environmental battle with significant implications for metro drinking water. (KSTP)

Rural hospitals press Legislature for prescription drug discount help. Hospital executives from across rural Minnesota rallied at the Capitol for legislation protecting a federal drug discount program they call a financial lifeline. Meanwhile, a clash between hospitals and pharmaceutical manufacturers over the same issue is creating complications at the Capitol. (KARE 11, MinnPost)

Minnesotan being monitored for potential hantavirus exposure. The Minnesota Department of Health is monitoring a state resident who was reportedly briefly exposed to someone connected to the MV Hondius cruise. Health officials say the risk remains low but are monitoring out of caution. (KARE 11)

Isanti County posts lowest property tax increases in the state. Even as one of Minnesota's fastest-growing counties, Isanti County has held levy increases to just 4% over two years — the lowest in the state — offering a model for balancing growth and affordability. (KSTP)