Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport
Coverage of Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport in the Nexus archive.
- Minnesota tourism still growing but storm clouds are gathering, state says
Minnesota tourism experienced growth in 2025 but at a slower rate than previous years, with 2026 data showing declines in leisure employment and airport passenger volume. Wildfires in northern Minnesota during peak summer tourism add challenges, though state officials remain optimistic about the sector's long-term potential.
- Twin Cities hits 100 degrees for first time since 2022
The Twin Cities reached 100° for the first time since 2022 at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport. Minnesota’s Weather Authority confirmed this was the seventh 100°+ day in the metro area in the last 30 years, with the heat index amplifying the discomfort. Temperatures are expected to gradually decline but remain in the 90s for the next few days.
- Twin Cities hit highest temperature in over 4 years
The Twin Cities reached a high of 99° on Sunday, the highest temperature in over four years and surpassing the previous 2024 record of 96°. This marks the first time since June 20, 2022, that the area exceeded 99°, with future weather forecasts predicting a heat advisory and potential rain to cool temperatures.
- Frontier flight headed to O'Hare Airport diverted due to passenger disturbance
A Frontier Airlines flight from San Juan to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport was diverted to Miami due to a passenger disturbance, landing safely without injuries. The same day, a United flight from O’Hare to Minneapolis was diverted to Wisconsin after an unruly passenger attempted to breach the cockpit. The FAA reported over 640 such incidents in 2026 and enforces penalties up to $43,658 per violation.
- United flight from Chicago diverted to Wisconsin due to 'unruly passenger'
A United Airlines flight from O'Hare International Airport to Minneapolis was diverted to Dane County Regional Airport in Madison, Wisconsin, due to a security concern involving an unruly passenger. The passenger was taken into custody by the Dane County Sheriff’s Office, and the flight later resumed its journey to Minneapolis.