Minneapolis News - Twin Cities Updates for Minneapolis, St. Paul & Bloomington MN Today - ExtraLocal Minneapolis

About Minneapolis News - Twin Cities Updates for Minneapolis, St. Paul & Bloomington MN Today - ExtraLocal Minneapolis

Stay connected to the heartbeat of the Twin Cities with ExtraLocal Minneapolis, your daily source for Minneapolis news and updates across the greater metro area. Whether you live in the historic neighborhoods of St. Paul, the bustling streets of downtown Minneapolis, or the retail hub of Bloomington, our podcast delivers the essential headlines you need to start your day in Minnesota. We cover the stories that matter most to residents of Minneapolis, St. Paul, and Bloomington, extending our coverage to neighboring communities like Edina, Plymouth, and Brooklyn Park. From breaking news and Minneapolis politics to critical updates on city council decisions, real estate trends, and the local business climate, we provide a comprehensive look at life in Hennepin and Ramsey counties. Tune in daily for precise updates on local weather, traffic alerts for I-35W and I-94, and coverage of Minneapolis events and sports. Whether you are tracking crime reports, following school board updates, or looking for what is happening along the Mississippi River and the Chain of Lakes, this is the Minneapolis podcast that keeps you informed. Subscribe now to ExtraLocal Minneapolis for your daily digest of local news. We use AI technology to provide realtime updated news.

Publisher

ExtraLocal

Category

news · news

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

26 Jan 2026

Latest episode

5 Feb 2026

Latest episodes

33 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   5 Feb 2026

   City Council Approves Rent Aid, Activist Charged, Wild & Wolves Win | Minneapolis News Evening Edition | February 05, 2026

   Minneapolis local news evening update for February 05, 2026. On this evening edition of ExtraLocal Minneapolis, we cover the City Council's decision to allocate $1 million in rental assistance for families impacted by recent federal operations. We also report on the arrest of a local activist charged with threatening federal agents and the resignation of Farmington's mayor. In community news, celebrated local Chef Sean Sherman is in Washington D.C. advocating for the restaurant industry. Plus, a massive night for Minnesota sports fans with thrilling wins from both the Wild and the Timberwolves, and a whimsical winter destination just across the border that you have to see to believe. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Minneapolis, your daily source for Minneapolis news and community connection.

2. 

   5 Feb 2026

   Firefighters Injured, Chappelle Returns, MnDOT Plow Finalists | Minneapolis News Noon Edition | February 05, 2026

   Minneapolis local news noon update for February 05, 2026. On this noon edition of ExtraLocal Minneapolis, we are tracking a developing story in South Minneapolis where two firefighters were injured battling a house fire, with one sustaining significant burns. We also have updates on the search for Savannah Guthrie's missing mother, with the President now directing federal resources to assist. In lighter news, comedian Dave Chappelle has announced a surprise visit to St. Paul to support the Twin Cities community, and the Timberwolves are making moves ahead of the trade deadline. Plus, it is officially the best time of the year for wordplay fans: the MnDOT 'Name a Snowplow' finalists have been announced. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Minneapolis, your daily source for Minneapolis news and community connection.

3. 

   5 Feb 2026

   700 Federal Agents Withdrawing, Gender Care Pause, Wild & Wolves Wins | Minneapolis News Morning Edition | February 05, 2026

   Minneapolis local news morning update for February 05, 2026. On this morning edition of ExtraLocal Minneapolis, we cover a major breaking development regarding the federal law enforcement presence in the Twin Cities, with officials announcing an immediate drawdown of hundreds of agents. We also report on a difficult decision by Children's Minnesota to pause some patient care amid federal pressure. In state news, we look at a brewing dispute at the State Capitol over a rally permit, and we break down a thrilling night for Minnesota sports fans with nail-biting wins from both the Wild and the Timberwolves. Plus, we find a perfect spot to enjoy the milder weather at a forest ice skating trail in Baxter. Stay informed with ExtraLocal Minneapolis, your daily source for Minneapolis news and community connection.

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