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U.S. News ranked the best places to live in America in 2026. Eight Minnesota cities made the top 250, while 2 dropped off the list, including Duluth. Here's where each Minnesota city that made the list ranked, and what makes them stand out.

Wisconsin recently posted a record-high graduation rate, and a 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 Wisconsin's best.

One of the most extraordinary estates ever listed in Duluth is on the market for nearly $12 million. Look through this amazing property on 20 acres near Hawk Ridge, with a 2,000-bottle wine room, heated pool, stocked trout pond, and more.

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.

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.

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.

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

See where Minneapolis ranks among America’s most dangerous cities for 2026–2027 and how its position compares with last year.

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 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.

The State Patrol reports a northern Minnesota woman has become at least the seventh person to die in a traffic crash during the Labor Day Weekend travel period.

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

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.

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

Automatic electric bill refunds are now hitting households across Minnesota, thanks to clean energy tax credits and cost adjustments from utility providers.

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.

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

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.

My Pinterest board has officially become a real place. I want it!

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