St. Paul
Melvin Carter leaned on community ties, volunteers to win St. Paul race
A political mailer attacking Carter had the reverse effect, supporters said.
West Metro
At police-community forum, Philando Castile's mother says nightmare hasn't ended
Talk on police-community relations that includes the top Twin Cities prosecutors focused on loss of trust in police and courts.
Variety
Cure for snoring? St. Paul inventor Brian Krohn may have it with wizard tools
From wizard staffs and surgery tools to sleep apps, this Minnesota genius applies science to real life
St. Paul
2017: Hopes for an expanded Pedro Park are scuttled
St. Paul City Council instead opts to turn annex into an office development.
St. Paul
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St. Paul police: Dai Thao 'involved' in voter fraud case
A police spokesman declined to specify the allegation and what role Thao allegedly played. The Hennepin County Sheriff's Office is investigating to avoid any conflicts.
St. Paul
Thousands of youths celebrate at annual WE Day in St. Paul
The students, selected for volunteering and leadership, were treated to speakers and performances in a celebration of volunteer and charity work.
St. Paul
Man with gun-carry permit shoots suspected robber in St. Paul
The suspect had his gun pointed at three people in a car in Lowertown, police said.
St. Paul
St. Paul City Council approves organized trash collection
Organized collection is expected to begin in 2018.
TV & Media
Sales of 'Stranger Things' hoodie overwhelm Science Museum website
The nonprofit museum rang up more than $400,000 in brontosaurus apparel sales by late afternoon.
St. Paul
Ramsey County asks for developer interest in riverfront site
After a previous development deal fell through, Ramsey County officials are back to secure a plan for downtown St. Paul site.
South Metro
Anoka-Hennepin district wins record $249 million for schools
The state's largest school district says it's crowded, and among its goals are building two elementary schools and lowering class sizes.
St. Paul
Melvin Carter on winning: 'I'm thrilled. I'm elated. I'm humbled.'
Carter will be St. Paul's first black mayor.
St. Paul
Woman is killed, suspect arrested in a stabbing in St. Paul apartment
A female died at Regions Hospital after the stabbing inside an apartment on the 100 block of Edmund Avenue West.
St. Paul
Police witness hit-and-run pedestrian fatality in St. Paul
One officer jumped out of the vehicle to render aid; the other chased the suspect.
Minneapolis
Voter turnout surprises Twin Cities poll watchers
Election officials estimate that 43 percent of the registered voters turned out at the polls, up from 33 percent four years ago.
Music
St. Paul folk label Red House Records sold to a Nashville company
The imprint that houses John Gorka and Charlie Parr will live on but the offices will close after nearly 35 years.
East Metro
Ramsey County public defenders clash with courts over scheduling
Two public defenders were found in contempt of court the same day the office rolled out reforms.
South Metro
South Metro
Man held in death of woman in their Shakopee home
Suspect arrested near hotel a mile from crime scene; no motive as yet.
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