East Metro
August 20, 2018
Scott Kramer is photographed in one of the bedrooms in Stt. Paul's historic Dearing Mansion.

Owner of St. Paul mansion who ran afoul of regulators puts B&B up for sale

Historic St. Paul B&B that drew lengthy controversy hits market for $850,000.
St. Paul
August 20, 2018
The scene outside Lake Monster Brewing Thursday night. ] AARON LAVINSKY • aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com Over the past couple years, a corner o

In St. Paul's growing Creative Enterprise Zone, businesses seek ways to preserve artistic identity

Area increasingly known for creative enterprises is hoping St. Paul can nurture it.
Local
August 20, 2018

Motorcyclist killed in collision with deer on Iron Range highway

The collision occurred late Saturday, the State Patrol said.
Home & Garden
August 20, 2018
Lilu Interiors infused a modern vibe to the spaces with new Arteriors light fixtures, taupe toned walls, area rugs and furnishings, and created a bett

A downtown Minneapolis condo gets a design refresh

After downsizing and moving downtown, a couple put their design stamp on a "basic-builder" condo.
Home & Garden
August 20, 2018
Jonathan Campbell placed an unrelated table near a pair of dummies from the Pillsbury mansion, recently demolished on Lake Minnetonka, as they sat wit

Lake Minnetonka Pillsbury mansion slated for teardown

Orono grants a permit to raze grand Lake Minnetonka estate.
Minneapolis
August 20, 2018
Nearly 3 years for driver who smashed into toddler on Mpls. playground

Nearly 3 years for driver who smashed into toddler on Mpls. playground

Refusal to apologize stuns injured children's family.
Local
August 20, 2018
Fairgoers enjoy the Rock It ride on the Mighty Midway at the Minnesota State Fair.

Tell us about your most memorable State Fair moment

Did you have your fist kiss on the midway? Get called up on the Grandstand stage by a favorite musician? Lose your keys somewhere during your long day?
Local
August 20, 2018
Crashes on Hwy. 280 and I-694 are latest trouble spots

Crashes on Hwy. 280 and I-694 are latest trouble spots

A pair of new wrecks is adding to the slow downs late rush hour commuters are experiencing. Rain is also bogging down the drive.
Local
August 20, 2018
Doctors can gather all the information they want to give a patient a professional opinion. The patient doesn't always follow that advice though, and o

Mayo patient's 'escape' amplifies a rare but growing problem

Medical ethicists said it is a cautionary tale, revealing breakdowns in doctor-patient relationships that can compel patients to leave even before they are stable.
Local
August 19, 2018
Joseph Papke helped Eva Gemlo into her costume for Zephyr Theatre's "Twelfth Night" as Randal Berger, dressed as Feste the Jester, watched.

Zephyr Theatre aims to turn Stillwater train depot into performing arts destination

Zephyr Theatre hopes to turn Stillwater hub into regional performing arts center.
South Metro
August 19, 2018
Longtime Farmington Police Chief Brian Linquist was ousted by the city council.

City Council asks longtime Farmington police chief to step down

Chief Brian Lindquist has served as police chief for 12 years and said the request was surprising.
West Metro
August 19, 2018
Diana Rojas Martinez and Christopher Jahmar Bunay

Man admits downing 10 tequila shots, driving wrong way on I-94, killing 2 teens

If accepted by the judge, the plea deal means he will serve about 5 years in prison.
Variety
August 19, 2018

Kristin Wilke Detailleur, veteran Twin Cities stage manager and props designer from St. Paul, dies

Detailleur was a longtime stage manager and prop master for theaters throughout the Twin Cities, a theater veteran who loved working behind the scenes on local productions of shows ranging from "God of Carnage" to "Tony 'n' Tina's Wedding."
South Metro
August 19, 2018

Toddler dies in Kandiyohi County farm accident

The 2-year-old boy was struck by a skid loader Sunday afternoon and later died.
South Metro
August 19, 2018

Man dies in southern Minnesota when motorcycle leaves road, rolls several times

A 64-year-old man is dead after his motorcycle left the road, hit a sign and rolled over.
Local
August 19, 2018
Metro Transit bus

Metro Transit's State Fair bus services are changing

The fair opens Thursday and runs through Labor Day. Metro Transit plans to deploy 60 buses exclusively for the fair in the mornings and 73 in the evenings on weekdays.
West Metro
August 19, 2018
Goldy was taken from a parked car in Chaska.

Stolen from his owner's car, Goldy the dog is safely home, Chaska police say

Goldy was located and returned to his owners Sunday.
Minneapolis
August 19, 2018
The blaze was started in this clothing rack.

Woman found in Fargo, charged with setting fire in Mpls. Marshalls

Authorities say she used a long grill lighter to start the blaze.
St. Paul
August 19, 2018
Kofi Annan returned to Macalester College in May for the dedication of the Kofi Annan Institute for Global Citizenship in St. Paul.

Macalester remembers alum Kofi Annan

Annan completed his undergrad work at the St. Paul college in 1961.
Local
August 19, 2018
Michelle Jensen talks to congregants following Sunday service at Hoff Lutheran Church in Rustad, Minn.

Fewer enter seminary as need declines, church budgets shrink

Fewer recruits are willing to be pioneers in a new spiritual landscape that requires them to juggle faith, fundraising and Facebook.

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