Minneapolis
April 22, 2017
Jeremiah Ellison won the DFL endorsement in the Fifth Ward Minneapolis City Council seat.

Mpls. City Council incumbents face challenges, defeat at DFL ward conventions

Two conventions with longtime incumbents adjourned without an endorsement.
East Metro
April 22, 2017

Man killed in motorcycle crash in Chisago County

The cyclist died at the scene on Olinda Trial near Lindstrom.
Local
April 22, 2017
Vandalized trees at Ely Area Veteran's Memorial ORG XMIT: MIN1704201714270353

Ely steps up after vandals destroy trees at veterans memorial

West Metro
April 22, 2017
The accomplished and dauntless Dr. Uzma Samadani with her plucky patient, Lupe Galeno-Rodriguez.

Tevlin: Neurosurgeon and her teen patient are put to a marathon test

Minneapolis
April 22, 2017
Ruins of Washburn A. Mill afer explosion, Minneapolis 1878. Minnesota Historical Society

Recalling a miller's fateful decision to work late at the Washburn A Mill

Millwright Ernest Grundman's decision to hang around after his shift proved deadly, among 17 millers and a neighbor killed in a ground-shaking explosion and fast-enveloping fire.
Local
April 22, 2017
President Donald Trump walks with Egyptian President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi at the White House in Washington, Monday, April 3, 2017. (AP Photo/Evan Vucc

Public left on the street after White House visitor logs go dark

Local
April 22, 2017

Correction for April 23, 2017

Local
April 22, 2017
In January 1983, Gov. Rudy Perpich took the oath of office and delivered his inaugural speech in Hibbing High School’s ornate auditorium.

Historic Hibbing school auditorium to get a remake

Hibbing High School prepares to renovate its storied stage
Local
April 22, 2017

Minnesota briefs: Red River diversion work begins amid protests

North Metro
April 22, 2017

Fridley police searching for suspect who shot and killed dog

The pit bull was shot after its owner and a suspect had an argument.
Local
April 22, 2017

Sleepy Eye man injured while burning leaves dies

The victim, who uses a wheelchair, died nine days after being taken to HCMC.
Local
April 22, 2017

Sealy of Minnesota pays $175K in case over severe racial harassment

Workers alleged racial slurs, a noose and KKK hood were ignored.
West Metro
April 22, 2017
Elaine Chao

War of words over Southwest light-rail transit line grows

In office just three months, U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao has already received an earful from Minnesota officials about the controversial $1.9 billion light-rail line.
West Metro
April 22, 2017
In 2011, Andrew Wakefield drove off after speaking to a group of Somali parents in Minneapolis. An apparent cluster of autism cases among Somali child

Misconception over vaccine helps fuel Minn. measles outbreak

Misinformation about the measles shot raised fear in many Somali families. Now health officials are reaching out and redoubling their efforts.
South Metro
April 22, 2017
In fight for MS cure, Shakopee man leads the way in national fundraising

In fight for MS cure, Shakopee man leads the way in national fundraising

Chris Anderson has become an "ambassador" for MS through advocacy and fundraising.
St. Paul
April 21, 2017
St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman put his hand on Tequilla Dunn's shoulder (she is the older sister of Rondell Quantrell Dunn who was shot a killed Monday

St. Paul community leaders, officials call for end to gun violence

The city has experienced a 75 percent increase in the number of shots fired calls.
North Metro
April 21, 2017
Phillip Leron Miller

Investigators in Columbia Heights slaying now have a real name, photo of suspect

A suspect has now been identified in connection with the shooting of Philip Charles Borer Nelson.
East Metro
April 21, 2017
A fixer helps repair a drill.

Fix-it clinics help Ramsey County residents make repairs themselves

Monthly Ramsey County events encourage repair, not disposal.
East Metro
April 21, 2017

Eight TB cases found in Ramsey County, all drug-resistant

Risk to the public from drug-resistant strain is low, health officials say.
Music
April 21, 2017
Minnesota Twins announce "Purple Rain" umbrella giveaway

Minnesota Twins announce "Purple Rain" umbrella giveaway

The Twins' June 16 matchup against the Cleveland Indians at Target Field will be "Prince Night," the team announced Friday.

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