We Are Minnesconsin

From pizza joints to steakhouses, here are the chain restaurants saying goodbye to locations in 2026.

A unique local casting call is looking for cars instead of actors, including vehicles from the 1980s, ’90s, 2000s and 2020s.

Bravo star Shep Rose experienced the Minnesota State Fair, visited Paisley Park and explored Minneapolis during his recent Minnesota getaway.

Minnesota's own Andrew Zimmern, the Emmy-winning Bizarre Foods host, just dropped his 2026 State Fair must-eats, and they're not the usual suspects. See all 10 picks, from galabao to Nashville hot chicken on-a-stick, and where to find them.

Minnesota-based Target stores may have the best clearance but according to Financebuzz.com, they also have 15 items people love to steal as well.

Best places to retire in the US range from Florida's top three cities to Minneapolis, based on activities, walkability, taxes, and quality of life.

Soul music ranks as Illinois' favorite genre based on Google searches, putting the state alongside several Southern states. Wisconsin's top genre? Metal.

The Traitors returns with everyday Americans instead of reality stars, premiering September 17 on NBC with Alan Cumming hosting the high-stakes game.

A huge world fair about bringing humans and nature together called Expo 2031 is being hosting in Dakota County, Minnesota in 2031 for 6 months.

Wisconsin's trails will be packed this Labor Day weekend with riders, and with law enforcement. With ATV/UTV crashes climbing, the DNR is ramping up patrols. Here's how to ride safe, plus the new 2026 laws every rider needs to know.

That classic Hamms beer in your neighbor's fridge? It's the drink of choice across Minnesota.

A routine dog walk turned stressful when a homeowner threatened to call the police on a 12-year-old girl over dog poop.

Bears are on the move as they search for food before the long winter. Bear hunting season is also taking place. It's a great time to share some interesting facts about bears.

Dolly Parton fans in the Northland can honor the country legend at special remembrance events in Superior and Duluth this weekend.

Despite national uncertainty, Minnesota's budget balancing act earns high praise from credit rating agencies.

New open-air venue in Shakopee brings back big concerts to Minnesota after decades. But residents say the noise is traveling too far into evening hours.

Minnesota’s famous 'Haunted Ship' is returning for Halloween season. Discover the schedule, spooky history and chilling facts about the William A. Irvin.

Wisconsin just posted a record-high graduation rate, and a new national study just analyzed several key metrics to determine the 10 best high schools in the state for the 2026-2027 school year. Here are the schools that made the cut.

Wisconsin doesn't do Labor Day quietly. From Laborfest and Brad Paisley on the Milwaukee lakefront to free festivals and parades in small towns statewide, here's your guide to the long weekend of September 4-7 across the Badger State.

The 2026 Minnesota State Fair runs through September 7, and there are some things you're not allowed to bring through the gates. Here's the full list of what's banned on the grounds and the extra items forbidden inside the Grandstand.

No-see-ums are barely visible, but their bite is more violent than a mosquito's. Instead of a clean poke, they saw your skin open with tiny blades and lap up the blood. Here's what they really are, when they're out, and how to fight back.

A Packers robe, White Claw, Tito's and a nap in the bushes: a Wisconsin man's alleged Wauwatosa bar burglary ended with multiple criminal charges.

Doc's back for season three, and it's bringing more Minneapolis vibes to your Tuesday nights starting September 22.

A Titanic immersive experience featuring artifacts, room recreations and VR is open in Minneapolis through November 2026.

Dave Schrader, podcaster and owner of Minnesota’s famously haunted Palmer House Hotel, appears in four episodes of Hulu’s new paranormal series.

I took some friends visiting Duluth to Enger Tower for the views. There were a lot of tourists, and they had some pretty interesting questions. I became the tour guide.

Explore premium clubs, the press level, and the stadium's art collection on a 90-minute guided tour available through the end of the year.

Labor Day weekend means last call for the Minnesota State Fair, but that's just the start. From HARDY and TLC on the grandstand to the Renaissance Festival and North Shore, here's how to send off summer across Minnesota this September 4-7.

How do you steal 40,000 pounds of Wisconsin-born PBR without breaking in? Here's how the recent massive cargo heist went down, the brewers "no questions asked" ultimatum and deadline, and the FBI warning behind it all.

Brian Kelly and Tyler Hubbard wrapped up their Florida Georgia Line chapter with a last hurrah at the State Fair, leaving fans wondering what's next.

If you caught Jason Aldean's 2023 show at Treasure Island, he's coming back with an even bigger lineup this weekend and there's now a special code to save money on tickets.

Healthcare workers are getting free admission to SEA LIFE at the Mall Of America this September. Bring your work ID and grab tickets onsite.

We were out on the boat when we saw this floating object in the distance. I've never seen it before! As we got closer we realized we might be in danger.

When will it snow in Minnesota? The Old Farmer’s Almanac says the Northland could get its first taste of winter in early October.

South Minneapolis residents are dealing with a tough reality: young teens and kids breaking into cars and homes repeatedly. A new state law means the youngest suspects won't face charges anymore.

A recent study analyzed FBI violent and property crime data in 128 Minnesota cities. You can probably guess which one lands at No. 1, but the No. 2 city and a few others on the list will surprise you. Here’s the full countdown.