Music
Dez Dickerson and André Cymone: Why these early Prince collaborators joined the Revolution's tribute concerts
These early Prince partners talk about their relationship with Prince and their involvement in the Revolution's tribute concerts.
Travel
Tip Sheet: A first-timer's guide to using Airbnb
Renting a stranger's home can be a positive experience, if you study the fine print and photos.
Variety
Minneapolis sees rise in foodborne illness from norovirus, Vibrio bacteria found in oysters
Health inspectors are looking into the causes of the increases, including of illnesses involving the Vibrio bacteria found in oysters.
Stage & Arts
What the State Fair art show says about Minnesotans
It appears we're a thoughtful bunch, with a soft spot for nature and nostalgia, and a bent for the surreal.
Music
Public tours of Paisley Park to begin in October
It may not be like Elvis Presley's Graceland, but Prince's Paisley Park could open as a museum on Oct. 6.
Music
Lizzo to co-host VMAs pre-show Sunday ahead of her new MTV series
The Twin Cities hip-hop star landed the red-carpet gig as part of the roll-out for the new music series "Wonderland."
Eat & Drink
A mouthful: Rick Nelson tries all the new fair foods — and tells all
Star Tribune restaurant critic Rick Nelson put in a marathon day at the Minnesota State Fair, attempting to sample every new food offered for 2016. Let out your belt and follow along.
Eat & Drink
Open wide: Rick Nelson tries new fair foods — and tells all
Star Tribune restaurant critic Rick Nelson is done after a marathon day at the Minnesota State Fair of sampling every new food. Need ideas?
Eat & Drink
A day full of eating: Rick Nelson tries new fair foods — and tells all
Star Tribune restaurant critic Rick Nelson is in for a marathon day at the Minnesota State Fair, attempting to sample every new food offered for 2017. Let out your belt and follow along.
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