Minnesota chose the common loon as its state bird in 1961 because lawmakers and bird experts agreed that no other animal ...

Located near Park Rapids in the northwestern part of the state, Itasca stands as Minnesota’s oldest state park, a pristine ...

Plan your 2026 with our month-by-month guide to the best cultural events across the U.S., including concerts, museum exhibits, festivals, and quirky celebrations.

The communities along the Avenue of Pines add their own charm to the journey, offering glimpses into the distinctive culture ...

Videogames aren't as hooked on loon sonics as movies and music are, though once you know what you're listening for, the ...

A group of 98 Minnesota mayors raised concerns with state leaders in a letter about their state's fiscal policies, saying they have impacted their cities and residents, noting a disappearing $18 ...

Laamar, Durry, Bathtub Cig and Jeremy Messersmith all reacted quickly to the news, but approached it in different ways.

Manhattan: The failed Senate vote left millions of people facing a painful reality: The health insurance credits that help more than 20 million Americans afford health care will likely expire on Dec.

Lucas Carneiro celebrates after kicking the game-winning field goal in Ole Miss’ victory Thursday over Georgia. Chris Graythen Getty Images Sun Herald readers weigh in on local and national topics.

There is a particular, unique sound that a tire of a car makes when crunching over some hardened, crusty snow on a chilly morning. The crunch can wake me up from a deep sleep, yet I know instantly ...

"The competing factor is the biggest thing. You compete, and it covers up so much, and it's just not there," Donte DiVincenzo said. With Anthony Edwards throwing a towel and leaving the bench with ...

Unlike the Minnesota Twins, the Minnesota Wild are one of the best teams in the NHL this season. But for most of the past two decades, the Wild have been one of the NHL’s best-run organizations, under ...