FBI agents searched two Minnesota autism centers Thursday morning as questions arise around Medicaid fraud in the industry.

Plus, the Minneapolis City Council and Mayor Frey are at odds over the city’s budget. After a historic breaking point, we learn what’s next.

Scientists are pleading with senators to reject president-elect Trump’s cabinet on public health. A Nobel Prize Laureate explains why.

A business leader reflects on how her transgender identity helped her excel in her field.

Plus some are rethinking holiday gift-giving to be more earth-friendly.

And speaking of the holidays, many are making and consuming cookies. A big-time baker shares festive tips.

The Minnesota Music Minute was “Merry Christmas Baby” by Davina and the Vagabonds.