Jill Sobule dies at 66 in tragic Minnesota house fire; photos reveal severe damage

Singer-songwriter Jill Sobule has been confirmed dead at age 66 following a devastating house fire in Woodbury, Minnesota, early Thursday morning.  Photos released on May 2 reveal the extensive fire damage to the property, with the home’s roof collapsed, …

Minnesota farmer dials in crop fertility plan

News Minnesota farmer dials in crop fertility plan A southeast Minnesota farmer is dialing in his crop fertility plan. Ed McNamara of Goodhue says nitrogen continues to provide a good return on investment. “Where we’re putting a little bit down pre before …

Minnesota tightens oversight of autism and housing services providers

By Nick Lentz May 2, 2025 / 3:37 PM CDT / CBS Minnesota FBI raids at Minnesota autism centers connected to Feeding Our Future fraud FBI raids at Minnesota autism centers connected to Feeding Our Future fraud 02:35 A Minnesota agency is cracking …

Statewide economic impact of the University of Minnesota grows to $11.5 billion annually

For every $1 invested in the University of Minnesota, the return-on-investment to the state is $16.75, according to a new independent analysis of the University’s statewide economic impact.  National research firm Tripp Umbach conducted the Economic and …

Minnesota Orchestra performs "Puccini" opera

Reflecting on Jeanie Childs: How women in Minnesota can get help for sexual violence

In 1993, Jeanie Childs was brutally murdered. As the case began to unfold, it became clear there was more going on than meets the eye. WCCO's Senior Investigator Jennifer Mayerele speaks with an advocate from the Alexandra House on how Minnesotans can …

Singer, known for 90s hits, dies in Minnesota house fire

Jill Sobule, the singer-songwriter best known for her groundbreaking 1995 hit “I Kissed a Girl,” has died at age 66 following a house fire in Minnesota, according to NBC. On May 1, Sobule’s representatives announced the news on her Facebook page, which …

Rep. Angie Craig announces 2026 run for the U.S. Senate in Minnesota

Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) announced on April 29 2025, that she will run for the U.S. Senate seat in Minnesota in 2026 rather than another term in the U.S. House of Representatives. The seat is open since incumbent Sen. Tina Smith (D-Minn.) announced she …

Galley Group Will Close Its Minnesota Food Hall After Five Years

After nearly six years, North Loop Galley, which houses four tenants, is closing. The food hall’s last day is Saturday, May 10, according to multiple outlets. The food hall’s remaining tenants are Wrecktangle Pizza, Ono Hawaiian Plates, Ramen Kawae, and …

Labor unions and activists rally on May Day at the Minnesota Capitol

ST. PAUL — Hundreds of protesters gathered at the Minnesota Capitol for a labor rights protest on May Day, Thursday, May 1. The rally Thursday night was organized by several labor unions and advocacy groups as a recognition of May Day — International …