NORAD replaced CONAD in 1958 and took over the mission of tracking Santa’s flight around the world, and they have been tracking Santa every year since! Radar: It all starts with the NORAD radar system ...

In an alternate universe, quarterback J.J. McCarthy didn’t suffer a small hairline fracture in his right hand, which meant he was able to continue his upward trajectory for the Vikings last weekend in ...

On Tuesday, the Loons came away with a pending trade to acquire Drake Callender from Charlotte FC, a source told the Pioneer Press. The Athletic, which first reported the news, also said Tuesday ...

If the Vikings beat the Lions on Christmas, they would leapfrog them in the NFC North and, as a result of no longer being at the bottom of the standings, they would likely sacrifice a more favorable ...

Submissions about charities, benefits and nonprofit fundraisers for the weekly Good Neighbors calendar published Wednesdays should be emailed to [email protected] by noon Friday.

Most businesses, public offices and schools are closed on Christmas Day, while some are open on Dec. 25. Liquor stores: Across Minnesota, liquor stores will be closed on Christmas Day, as required by ...

While many of the grants that were cut have been reinstated, a tumultuous year for federal research funding has affected scientists and students across the country, including in Minnesota.

The Tribune publishes Records as part of its obligation to inform readers about the business of public institutions and to serve as a keeper of the local historical record. All items are written by ...

The meeting details for support groups in Willmar and other west central Minnesota cities are included here, plus various other health-related resources in the region and the state.

Liana Taradaiko has forged a new life in Bemidji, reuniting with her eldest daughter, finding a job, starting her own business, and meeting the man she will be marrying next week.

He stands at the back of the church as, slowly, the congregation recognizes his presence, and the room becomes so quiet you could hear the breath of a baby mouse.

The Willmar City Council on Dec. 15 heard an update on the Willmar Connect initiative from City Operations Director Kyle Box, who said awarding of the bid for the project should be ready for ...