Pete's just a regular Minnesota guy that grew up on the north-side of the Cities (Fridley), spent some quality time at the U of M, chills on the weekends at the family cabin near Duluth, bleeds Vikings purple, and misses the North Stars. He's known for his short attention span; and enjoys Eric Church, Johnny Cash, Zac Brown, Kid Rock, Pink Floyd, 80s hair bands, coffee, beer, scotch, and long sunset walks on the beach. (One of those isn't true.) Pete's a two-time cancer survivor now (Colorectal 2002, Kidney 2014), and knows that life is damn short -- so he's a believer that we should be playing as hard and as often as we can.
Pete Hanson
Dangerous Cold Through Tomorrow, How Cold Will It Get Tonight?
We'll remain below zero across all of Minnesota through tomorrow afternoon, with the coldest temps of this arctic blast still to come tonight.
Few States Better To Raise a Family Than Minnesota
What Makes Minnesota such a great place for parents to raise their sons and daughters? WalletHub compared all 50 states across five key areas.
Flu Deaths Hit 50 in Minnesota as Cases & Hospitalizations Spike
Cases of influenza have been spiking across Minnesota at record rates since the holidays, crowding hospitals and clinics.
First Ever ‘Cold Weather Advisory’ Issued for Southern Minnesota
Not that it's never been this cold before, but Cold Weather Advisories have replaced Wind Chill Warnings this winter by the National Weather Service.
Kid Rock Bringing His 2025 Spring Tour to Minnesota
Kid Rock has announced that Minneapolis will be one of seven new stops on his 2025 tour, with special guest Chris Janson.
Minnesota State Parks Offer Winter Camping and Lodging
Great winter camping and lodging opportunities are waiting for you in Minnesota State Parks across the state.
Rice County Warming Centers to Open During Upcoming Arctic Blast
With the upcoming stretch of arctic weather headed our way beginning this weekend, Rice County officials announce the opening of warming centers.
Dreaded Norovirus (Stomach Flu) Spiking Across Minnesota
Tis the season to catch something. First Influenza, COVID, RSV, and the common cold -- and now it appears Norovirus is the next big thing.
Owatonna’s ‘Bold & Cold’ 2025 Winter Festival Not to Be Missed
When the air gets cold, Owatonna’s heats things up. The 7th Annual Bold & Cold Festival is a perfect way to enjoy a Minnesota winter, and it starts next week.
Bundle Up, Coldest Air of the Season Coming to Minnesota
We've had it pretty easy from Old Man Winter so far this season across Minnesota. We've had a few recent shots of cold, but things are about to get serious.