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Yes, Buttigieg could win the nomination. And the presidency. If …
With forthright discussion of a mayoral mistake, a pledge to seek an African-American woman as running mate and even a bit of personal imperfection, he can overcome the obstacles.
Fewer deaths from cancer, more from alcohol
Concurrent reports should prompt wider perspective on the epidemic of consumption.
End the arms race or end the human race?
It's tough to imagine peace when you put numbers to the world's war fancy.
The American economy: Buttigieg is wrong to say we can't go back
At one time it was understood that workers would share the rewards of increased productivity. Why not now?
Falcon Heights wants to hit State Fair, U campus with franchise fee
Tax-exempt entities could add about $130,000 to its cash-strapped budget.
Sports Center has a $250 million plan – and concerns about whether it will pay off
A sudden surge of sprawling suburban sports behemoths nationwide is creating a tricky competitive environment.
Deep wells in nearby suburbs linked to lower White Bear Lake
Tapping by a few cities around White Bear Lake accounted for much of the drop in the lake's level, the DNR says; lawn watering is less of a culprit.
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Twin Cities school districts seeking millions from voters
Districts want to go on building spree to meet growing enrollment and replace outdated facilities.
New Ramsey Co. portal gives public easy access to data
Even the bad news gets an airing, with the help of a simple, user-friendly web surf.
Factions square off in volatile New Brighton lineup
After a yearlong delay, election exposes the heated conflicts at City Hall.
Falcon Heights candidates face a transition period
Council candidates confront shooting aftermath, tax hike.
Ann Dickey, 47, dies shortly before Edina Athletic Hall of Fame induction
She won seven letters as a member of state championship soccer and golf teams. But she was involved with getting girls involved in sports to the end.
Ramsey County's bid for new Amazon HQ is more about being noticed
County leaders would love to win the headquarters prize. But if that doesn't happen, their sites still are sure to draw attention.
Minnesota to appeal landmark White Bear Lake ruling
DNR questions the science and warns of dire consequences from court's decision, including years of watering bans.
First McDonald's to open in Minnesota celebrates 60th birthday
Baker recalls 1957, when restaurant opened on Snelling Av. in Roseville.
Ramsey County's Amazon HQ bid adds St. Paul riverfront to ammo site
Riverfront site in downtown St. Paul is added to proposal.
Race for new Amazon HQ is altering TCAAP plans in Arden Hills
Opportunity to get the huge employer has TCAAP team "working 24/7."
Plaza in St. Paul to honor Larry Cohen, former judge and politician
The project represents a reboot for what is now a flagpole-and-flowers public space outside the combined St. Paul City Hall and Ramsey County Courthouse.
Local Minnesota officials who often cast the lone dissenting vote talk of 'life on an island'
They agreed the majority is eager for agreement and to avoid a public fuss.
Roseville adopts sanctuary policy, if not name
Officials stressed that they want all living within the city limits to feel free to seek police protection without worrying about what their immigration status is.
Ramsey County's retiring Judge Margaret Marrinan left her mark on and off the bench
She will be remembered for her style, work ethic and humor.
Judge rules state failed to protect White Bear Lake, aquifer
A Ramsey County district judge ruled in favor of White Bear Lake homeowners, who argued that the state was at fault for the unsustainable aquifer use.
Hiccups are weighing on Arden Hills' Rice Creek Commons project
Leaders remain hopeful that solar energy for the 427-acre Rice Creek Commons 'can still happen.'
Arden Hills will allow organic waste site
City rejected the proposal when approached in 2014.
League of Women voters pushing for affordable housing in metro suburbs
Roseville got a pitch last week as it ramps up toward a new long-range plan.
Disassembled Roseville house feeds a market for timber with a story
Rather than raze the residence, Roseville chose to take apart a small home piece by piece and sell off the components — many a century old.
Arden Hills neighbors raise stink over garbage idea for park
City Council may decide the issue later this month.
Minnesota subdivisions designed for the Instagram age
Developments in Lake Elmo, Rochester and Medina stress great design, communal features and vast stretches of protected nature.
Ramsey County approves new deer cull to curb overpopulation
Archers will be authorized to take up to 115 deer to bring population down.
On the defensive, Ramsey County Board votes to raise pay by nearly 3 percent
But commissioners say they are being transparent.
Northwestern, Bethel University growth plans have Arden Hills concerned
City fears for its bottom line as the colleges seek to expand.
For just a day, gavel echoes again in 150-year-old Stillwater courtroom
Minnesota's oldest standing courthouse came back to life, if only briefly.
Arden Hills megaproject delayed by underground pollution
New town center on 427 acres may be pushed back as far as 2019.
Fuse is lit for Roseville being state's first 'sanctuary suburb'
The City Council has agreed to take up the subject this summer, the result of a citizen engagement effort focused on issues of race and ethnicity that produced a strong turnout and a forceful push to support immigrants.
Once shrinking White Bear Lake is on the verge of overflowing
White Bear Lake, the most dire of mudholes within vivid memory, is now rising so high that it's threatening to stream out through overflow pipes. Legal issues still remain, but locals are hopeful that they will finally have their beaches back.
Bump in sheriff's staff spurs Ramsey County debate
Before granting $1.3 million, the Ramsey County Board questions impact on taxpayers, use of county jail.
Minnesota jurisdictions struggle over how many deer are enough
Sickly animals raise questions about culling as DNR studies issue.
Appeals court won't intervene to stop Stillwater school closings
Judges ruled district was free to shutter three elementary sites despite community opposition.
Obituary: Bishop John J. McRaith, Minnesota native, voice for farmers in church
The Rev. John Jeremiah McRaith, bishop emeritus of the Catholic Diocese of Owensboro, Ky., was towed to his rest behind a tractor, on a dusty…
Housing advocates accuse Met Council of laxity in affordable housing
At issue is the 427-acre TCAAP megaproject in Arden Hills.
Sensitivities over Indian issues delay renaming of Washington County lake
A popular move to change the name of Halfbreed Lake in Washington County is being deferred so locals can seek consensus on a new name, with some residents calling for a moniker that takes account of the area's Indian heritage.
Roseville bans dog, cat sales at pet stores; first Minn. city to do so
Proponents of the ban said it was needed to protect consumers from unknowingly purchasing troubled animals reared in poor conditions.
Washington County sheriff departs for statewide post
Bill Hutton will tackle issues of guns, court security and mentally ill jail inmates as executive director of the Minnesota Sheriffs' Association.
All aboard from the east? Wisconsinites plot rail to Twin Cities
A push is on for privately financed passenger rail service from Eau Claire to St. Paul's Union Depot, with a stop in Stillwater.
Gold Line busway gets millions toward a 2024 opening
Ramsey, Washington counties pitch in several million each, pushing past start-up phase.
'No, don't:' Roseville cancels contract for 'Speak Up'
A digital involvement tool that cities and counties are using fell flat in the suburb, the City Council agreed.
Lake Elmo: New council majority, same uproar
Staffer's firing has two members "appalled," mayor talking of colleague's "silliness."
Megaproject in Arden Hills: Environmental model, or hazard?
Transformation of old ammo plant site includes environment, and image.
Roseville Armory controversy: Council aims for homes on site
Rather than preserving the building, it appears likely the armory will come down and the site redeveloped for housing.
Snelling busway gets strong start; don't count on extension soon
Unlike the south metro's Red Line, at least so far, the A Line from south Minneapolis to Roseville is reporting solid ridership results.
In a glitzy era for libraries, core mission shows signs of decline
In an era of extensive building and remodeling, the state Department of Education reports drops in the number of visits, registered users and loans of material.
Shoreview library, soon to open, completes its master plan
Since 2005, the Ramsey system has been renewing, expanding, building: Now there's one more.
Low-salt diet for roads aims at keeping drinking water from tasting briny
Minnesota cities want to prevent drinking water from tasting briny.
Obituary: Sylvia Rector, 'tough editor' in Twin Cities who became beloved food critic in Detroit
Joe Kimball remembers it as a tense period in his career at the Star Tribune: The time when his paper squared off against the rival…
Twin Cities passenger rail traffic climbs back on track
Advocates of a second daily train to Chicago say the turnaround reinforces their case that there's a demand out there for rail service.
Megaproject plan clears Ramsey County, but questions linger
Differences remain on housing density and transit plans, but agreements reached on basic framework.
Dec. 14, 2016: Roseville could be first city in state to ban sales of bred pets in stores
Complaints after federal animal inspector's visit to HarMar PetShop prompt city to consider oversight. The owner calls criticism of so-called "puppy mills" unfair.
Arden Hills megaproject gets city's OK amid strife
Two members of next year's City Council fought the proposal, but the final vote was 4-1 in favor.
Arden Hills megaproject approved by city planners
Public hearing was the last big step before the City Council's vote on the old Army site.
Roseville schools lay groundwork for major building program
District's high school is over capacity and the list of physical needs is long, officials say.
Rush Line light-rail options shrink, clearing path for buses
As the options narrow, several public meetings are coming in the next three weeks to discuss what's happening with the proposed Rush Line transitway on the East Side.
After election feud, the rancor is running deep in New Brighton
New Brighton schedules "team-building" session, but members still airing disputes.
Arden Hills megaproject appears headed for City Council approval
Council worked Monday to resolve lingering misgivings about density and costs.
White Bear Lake area bracing for lake-sparing impacts
State officials have warned leaders of suburbs close to White Bear Lake that they may have to order homeowners to let their lawns wilt for lack of water.
City-owned 'munis' take a nearly $3M hit in liquor profits
City liquor stores hurt by big-box competition.
White Bear Lake is poised to lock in last piece of lakefront project with restaurant
Long-sought restaurant overlooking the lake comes with a price and some risk.
Megaproject developer offers concessions as Arden Hills balks
Arden Hills officials worried about density.
Long-awaited suburban megaproject churns tensions in Arden Hills
Handling of the TCAAP site remains unclear.
Caution is byword for proposed 'Red Rock' busway in east metro
The plan is to start slowly, build ridership and go Full Busway when actual usage calls for it.
Roseville to hire sharpshooters to cull deer in city parks
After years of complaints about an “unsustainable” number of deer in Roseville, the city will hire sharpshooters for the first time to thin the herd.…
Lake Elmo's election a referendum on its past, future
Candidates for city offices reflect a deep divide.
Roseville opts for 'baby steps' in dispute over neighborhood plan
Effort to create citywide network sparked heated confrontations
Roseville City Council rejects bid to dissolve police department, hire sheriff
A Roseville City Council member’s startling proposal to save up to $3 million a year by dissolving the city’s police department was denied late Monday…
Twin Cities east metro twists back spigot on water use
Cities fear another case like White Bear Lake.
