Eat & Drink
April 22, 2019
Handsome Hog chef and 'Top Chef' contestant Justin Sutherland was named Oustanding Chef at the 2019 Charlie Awards.

'Top Chef' contestant opening first Minneapolis restaurant at new Moxy hotel

The hotel and residences are expected to open by the end of June, and the corner whiskey-and-oyster bar will follow later this summer.
Celebrities
April 22, 2019
Ashley Tamar Davis credit: Provided

C.J.: Prince protégée Ashley Támar Davis performed with pre-Destiny Beyoncé

Music
April 22, 2019
Lizzo performs at the Coachella Music & Arts Festival at the Empire Polo Club on Sunday, April 21, 2019, in Indio, Calif. (Photo by Amy Harris/Invisio

Basking in new No. 1 album, Lizzo adds heat to chilled-out Coachella fest

Minnesota-bound Billie Eilish and Khalid also had breakout turns at the California desert fest.
Celebrities
April 22, 2019
Luke Perry as Fred Andrews on "Riverdale."

Luke Perry's final 'Riverdale' episode will air this week

Former "Beverly Hills, 90210" actor played Fred Andrews until his death from a stroke at age 52.
Music
April 22, 2019
At 90, jazzman Benny Golson continues to keep a busy schedule: "The rent man likes for me to work."

At 90, jazz great Benny Golson returns to Minnesota: 'I feel maybe 45 or 50'

One of the last greats of his generation, jazz master Benny Golson talks about Coltrane, Spielberg and "A Great Day in Harlem" as he heads to Minnesota.
Variety
April 22, 2019
A driver, in compliance with the new California law requiring the use of hands-free mobile phone devices, wears a hands-free device while waiting at a

Tips for Minnesota drivers on new 'hands-free' cellphone law

"One-touch functions" will still be allowed if the phone is accessed without holding it, typing or scrolling. Here are some options.
Music
April 22, 2019
Country star Miranda Lambert performs at Xcel Energy Center in 2017.

Miranda Lambert announces Twin Cities concert and a local animal rescue beneficiary

Each venue on this tour will have a place at the entrance where dog food, treats, supplies and cash donations will be collected.
TV & Media
April 22, 2019

TV talk-show highlights April 23

TV & Media
April 22, 2019
"Being Mary Jane" episode 419. Gabrielle Union as Mary Jane Paul and Michael Ealy as Justin Talbot. (Photo: BET)

TV picks for April 23: 'Being Mary Jane,' 'Boss: The Black Experience in Business,' '1969'

TV & Media
April 22, 2019

Get ready for 'Avengers: Endgame' with the best Thanos comic books

Variety
April 22, 2019
'Walmart Yodel Kid' Mason Ramsey to perform at U of M's Spring Jam

'Walmart Yodel Kid' Mason Ramsey to perform at U of M's Spring Jam

The preteen star will entertain a college crowd April 26 along with rappers Waka Flocka Flame and Jay Rock and singer Ella Vos.
Music
April 22, 2019
Prince's memoir 'The Beautiful Ones' will finally be published this fall

Prince's memoir 'The Beautiful Ones' will finally be published this fall

The book the Minnesota icon announced a month before his death will arrive with handwritten lyrics, personal photos and his handwritten treatment for the movie "Purple Rain."
Inspired
April 21, 2019

Post office renamed to honor Army specialist who died in Iraq

Post office renamed for Army specialist, a new father, killed in Iraq.
Variety
April 21, 2019
From the North Shore to the southern plains, Minnesotans have no shortage of places to take in nature. Researchers have found that having short experi

Feeling stressed out? Get some help from Mother Nature

Being outside has been found to reduce cortisol levels.
Inspired
April 21, 2019
Dan Warfield, manager of data analytics and business intelligence at Dell Technologies, left, speaks to Charles “CJ” Surett, data intell

Dell hiring program creates opportunities for adults with autism

Tech giant launches recruitment, hiring program as part of broader effort to focus on diversity.
Stage & Arts
April 21, 2019
Associate Concertmaster Ruggero Allifranchini seemed to be pleased during the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra's first rehearsal in the Ordway's nearly co

The week's five best Twin Cities classical concerts

Variety
April 21, 2019

Lileks: What's a little poison if your bottled water tastes good?

TV & Media
April 21, 2019
Suranne Jones in "Gentleman Jack."

TV picks for April 22: 'Gentleman Jack,' 'The Brigade: Race to the Hudson,' 'Lunatics'

Variety
April 21, 2019
Minnesota's Waiting Children: Siblings Maria and Jay are looking for a family who is committed to keeping up with their energy.

Minnesota's Waiting Children: Maria and Jay are active and creative siblings

Variety
April 21, 2019
James Lileks, Star Tribune
The White Castle building on Lyndale Avenue. The building has a historical significance, so no signs can be permanently aff

What's the story behind the marooned Minneapolis White Castle?

It's not just any White Castle. It's No. 8. And it's historic.

Variety

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