Celebrities
February 24, 2018
Garrison Keillor, shown during a 2016 "Prairie Home Companion" show, gave his first interview since his break with MPR.

Keillor shares dozens of e-mails and asserts banter was mutual

The former MPR radio host said he was not trying to seduce the woman, and backed off when she complained about his conduct in 2015.
West Metro
February 24, 2018
The view of the proposed water treatment plant at Southdale Center from France Avenue. The city is expected to vote on the construction of the plant a

Edina wants a more 'iconic' water treatment plant

The City Council wants architects to come back with a bolder design for the Southdale Center project.
Local
February 24, 2018
Mary-Kate McCarthy held her dog, Henry, to protect his feet from sidewalk and road salt put down Friday in downtown Minneapolis after the big overnigh

Are you ready for more shoveling? 6 to 9" expected by tonight

Minneapolis and St. Paul declared snow emergencies starting tonight to clear side streets of the snow that fell Thursday night before Saturday's dumping arrives.
Minneapolis
February 24, 2018
Angela Naviosh got a hug from Douglas Milek while they waited at the Avivo recovery center to take a chemical health assessment.

Minn. agencies pushing for faster access to drug treatment

By July, many will get help in hours instead of weeks amid rising need with the nation's opioid epidemic.
Don't Miss
February 24, 2018
Dr. Amber Walker put a filling in Maria Garcia's tooth at Hope Dental Clinic on Thursday, February 8, 2018, in St. Paul, Minn. Hope Dental Clinic, a f

St. Paul dental clinic that gives hope to those without insurance gets a boost

The Hope Dental Clinic and its cadre of volunteer dentists, hygienists, assistants and students serving the poor and uninsured since 1965, has a new facility in the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood.
West Metro
February 24, 2018

Jack Thurnblad, who coached Wayzata boys' basketball to state title before move to Carleton College, dies at 96

West Metro
February 24, 2018
Three former Minnesota Vikings ñ Rufus Bess, Mike Morris and Dave Osborn (all in back row) ñ attended Wright Countyís annual child fost

Wright County says that needs for child protection services have grown

Social workers responsible for dealing with child abuse are stretched thin, director says.
North Metro
February 23, 2018

Hennepin County jury awards $15 million to rail worker who inhaled noxious fumes

The employee claimed he suffered neurological damage from an oil leak. BNSF will appeal.
South Metro
February 23, 2018
Mark Freer, his grandson Noah and Charlotte Svobodny play with Josie, Freer's dog, at the future site of the Inver Grove Heights dog park.

After years of work, Inver Grove Heights gets set for first dog park

Advocates say the social benefits matter as much for humans as they do for their pets.
Local
February 23, 2018
Deputy Register 035 Vinton Lewis and his wife Janet who run the South Saint Paul Quick-Serv License Center have had to take tens of thousands of dolla

Minnesota legislators want answers about MNLARS no-bid contract

Legislators are asking why the state used no-bid process.
East Metro
February 23, 2018
Peter Gauthier test fired a .357 at Bill's Gun Shop and Range in Robbinsdale which was busy Friday afternoon. Friday, July 19, 2013 ] GLEN STUBBE * gs

Mounds View City Council to vote on gun ordinance Monday

Mounds View City Council to take key vote to allow shooting in first step to allow indoor range.
East Metro
February 23, 2018

2 juveniles face charges in East Ridge school threats; 17-year-old arrested in St. Francis

Arrests have been made in Woodbury, St. Francis, Hill City, Prior Lake and Orono over recent days.
North Metro
February 23, 2018
Robert Gerhart, Osseo School Board chair

Osseo school board chair wants armed volunteers to patrol schools

Robert Gerhart, board chair of one of the metro area's largest school districts, floated the idea Tuesday, saying he's tired of all the talk but no action about protecting students.
St. Paul
February 23, 2018
A construction continued on Allianz Field, where United Minnesota soccer will play, on Tuesday, February 6, 2018, in St. Paul, Minn. The stadium in lo

Workers toiling to finish Allianz Field for next year's MLS crowds in St. Paul

Minnesota United's new home is about 40 percent complete and is on schedule and on budget, officials say.
Local
February 23, 2018
Marta Chou (left), the presiding judge for the Hennepin County Drug Court, congratulated Melissa Williams after the ceremony for 24 men and women grad

Hennepin County Drug Court offers a new lease on life

A 42-year-old woman recovering from heroin addiction said that Hennepin County Drug Court saved her life.
Local
February 23, 2018

Minnesota State names 3 finalists for chancellor

Candidates to lead the state university system will meet with college, university officials next week.
Minneapolis
February 23, 2018

Former Minneapolis principal sentenced for taking school money

Anne De Perry, 56, former principal at Whittier International School, pleaded guilty in November.
Minneapolis
February 23, 2018
Minneapolis City Council approves resolution pledging to reduce gun violence

Minneapolis City Council approves resolution pledging to reduce gun violence

The council argued that support for Second Amendment rights shouldn't supersede the need to keep guns away from dangerous people.
West Metro
February 23, 2018

Hennepin County fixing housing gaps for its most vulnerable populations

The approach aims to "move the needle" for hard-to-serve groups.
Minneapolis
February 23, 2018

Charges: Brothers' dispute led to deadly gunfire exchange in north Minneapolis

Antonio Clark is accused of killing his younger brother, Anthony Clark.

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