Today Jennifer Brooks debuts as our local columnist. As a Star Tribune reporter, she covered the Capitol and our congressional delegation in Washington, and she has traveled across Minnesota writing thoughtful, surprising stories about the people and issues of the state. Her column will appear here every Sunday, and you will also see it on weekdays in print and online.
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Twin Cities musician studying in Netherlands is fatally stabbed; arrest made
There was arguing in the room of the woman, who worked the blues scene in the Twin Cities as a drummer.
National
Walker to make 'major' Kimberly-Clark announcement
Gov. Scott Walker plans to make what he's calling a "major economic development" announcement at the Kimberly-Clark factory in northeast Wisconsin.
Variety
Former priest to face trial for alleged abuse decades ago
A former priest accused of sexually abusing at least three boys in Wisconsin decades ago has been bound over for trial.
National
Oil pipeline opponents look past Minnesota regulators
Opponents of Enbridge Energy's proposed Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement may turn their attention to fighting the project on other fronts as a Minnesota regulatory panel prepares to take one of its final steps to allow it to proceed.
Variety
Gathering offers hope for teen missing since parents' deaths
A Wisconsin girl who investigators believe was kidnapped after her parents were killed two months ago is being honored in her hometown with a Christmas tree adorned with messages of hope for her safe return.
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