Daughter sues St. Paul, two officers in Yia Xiong's killing
The lawsuit accuses the two officers and the city of negligence in the death of the Hmong immigrant and war veteran.
Charge: Driver going 77 mph ran red light, fatally hit man crossing St. Paul street and kept going
Court records show a state trooper clocked the driver at 90 mph four months earlier on Interstate 694 in New Brighton.
St. Paul event organizers aim for spirit of Midwest Mountaineering expos
The Great Gear-up & Gather is meant to create a space for connection of outdoor community in the spirit of the now-closed Minneapolis retailer, organizer says.
Local
Minnesota sales, cleanups and other events to celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day
Several communities and organizations are hosting events across the state this weekend to celebrate the conservation holiday.
Business
8 Twin Cities area grocery stores, ranked by affordability
We shopped at eight local grocery stores, some locally owned and some not, in search of the cheapest eats.
St. Paul
Teen charged with murder in deadly St. Paul shooting last month
Interviews suggest the 17-year-old shot Devon Johnson, 23, during a robbery.
Local
Man whose Snapchat group sold illegal 'switches' and ghost guns in Minnesota gets two years
Avont Drayton's attorney said his client 'thought of these items as really cool tools in a similar manner to buying a new power tool.'
High Schools
Is the east side the best side in high school baseball? Poll has an answer.
Yes, Wayzata is No. 1 in the Star Tribune Metro Top 10. But where does the balance of power swing (or miss) in the Twin Cities and suburbs?
Variety
Kao Kalia Yang, Edel Rodriguez and others bring us gorgeous new picture books
The subjects range from immigration to fresh veggies to adventures at sea.
Local
Meet the West Sider taking the helm at Neighborhood House, helping new arrivals find a better life
Since arriving from Iowa in 1990, Janet Gracia has dedicated herself to St. Paul's West Side.
St. Paul
St. Paul man who fatally shot man in pickup, later shot another man gets 25 years
The second victim was taking his family to church, according to prosecutors.
Local
U. of St. Thomas announces budget cuts, says academic programs won't be eliminated
Colleges in Minnesota and across the country are making cuts as they face enrollment challenges, exacerbated by demographic drops and changing attitudes on higher education.
Local
Music or physics? This University of St. Thomas class combines both.
Minnesota colleges are increasingly promoting interdisciplinary classes, saying they hope to reduce administrative expenses and better prepare students for a changing workforce.
Local
Good Samaritans rescue driver from fiery I-94 crash in St. Paul
No injuries were reported in the wreck, though the driver was taken to Regions Hospital for evaluation.
Local
Authorities arrest Minnetonka man originally wanted before fatal shootout
The suspect lived a half-mile from the home where deputies attempted to serve his warrant April 10.
Local
Medcalf: Will plans to restore St. Paul's Rondo replace what was stolen?
Ideas must include measures that will not only restore the area but also create an economic boost for the people most impacted by injustice.
Local
Why you should donate clothing: It (probably) won't end up at the dump
Fast fashion is tough on the climate, but clothes can have second and third lives.
Wild
Scoggins: 'Wait one more year' can't be the Wild's plan. Thankfully, it isn't.
Logic and cap math might suggest next season is a layover. Wrong. You don't waste even one season when you have a superstar.
St. Paul
Video goes viral of man enduring 'shocking' chain whipping on downtown St. Paul street
The video was shot from a hotel room window by Kevin Weekes, a hockey analyst with ESPN.
Cannabis
Want to celebrate 4/20? Here are 33 weed-themed events across Minnesota.
Wherever you are in the state, chances are there's one near you.
Local
What St. Paul gardeners need to know about the city's new boulevard garden rules
Raised boulevard planters have long been common in St. Paul — but not technically permitted until this year. As gardening season begins, a look at the new rules.
High Schools
Meet the Athena Award winners: 103 female athletes honored by their schools
Our list includes their college plans. A banquet to fete those on the St. Paul side was held Wednesday, and the winners from the Minneapolis side will be honored in May.
Local
Walz, St. Paul leaders urge support for copper wire theft bill: 'We've got to get in front of it'
The bill would require a license and receipt for people selling copper wire. Leaders believe the legislation will curb theft across Minnesota.
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