Snow Clears as Lawmakers Debate and Airport Delays Linger in Minneapolis

It is a steadier start to Thursday in Minneapolis after light snow moved through the Twin Cities Wednesday morning.

Weather: Brighter, Seasonable Afternoon

Forecasters say early flakes gave way to clearer skies on March 11, with afternoon highs near 40 degrees. Roads improved as the day went on, and Thursday is shaping up to be calmer, with typical mid-March conditions settling in.

While no major systems are expected immediately, drivers should still watch for slick patches during early morning and late evening hours as temperatures hover near freezing.

State Capitol: Key Bills Advance

Lawmakers at the Capitol advanced several closely watched proposals this week. A bill that would allow psilocybin-assisted therapy for medical use cleared its first committee stop, with veterans speaking in support. The measure now heads to another House committee for debate.

Meanwhile, a bipartisan effort to legalize sports betting in Minnesota has been introduced in the Senate. Supporters argue regulation would bring oversight and tax revenue to activity that is already happening informally across the state.

Minneapolis residents are also seeing increased activity on the University of Minnesota campus, where the 2026 Girls State High School Basketball Tournament tipped off Wednesday.

Airport Delays Continue

Travelers flying through Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport earlier this week experienced longer wait times. Reports link the backups to impacts from the partial federal government shutdown and funding issues affecting TSA staffing.

Passengers heading out of MSP are encouraged to arrive early and check flight statuses before leaving home, especially as spring break travel begins to ramp up.

Sources

https://www.fox9.com/weather/minnesota-weather-forecast-march-11-2026.amp
https://minnesotanewsnetwork.com/morning-headlines-march-11th-2026/
https://minnesotanewsnetwork.com/morning-headlines-march-10th-2026/