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Star Tribune adds Kavita Kumar, Melissa Wind to news organization's leadership
Kumar is the news organization's new community engagement director. Wind is its first head of philanthropic partnerships.
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Minneapolis Farmers Market pares back hours for 2024 season
The market, which ran daily from May to October last year, will be open Wednesday through Sunday.
'He was about community': Scores memorialize north Minneapolis entrepreneur Sammy McDowell
Sammy McDowell, whose namesake eatery served as a hub for racial justice activists, died Sunday.
Sammy McDowell, celebrated owner of Sammy's Avenue Eatery on the North Side, dies
Long a fixture of the north Minneapolis community, McDowell opened the sandwich and coffee shop in 2012.
Fired Mpls. teacher accuses management of 'cancerous rot'
Becka Thompson was hired to teach students learning English as a second language.
Former Gov. Jesse Ventura boasts he could beat unpopular Trump or Biden if he ran for president
The pro wrestler-turned-politico defended Robert F. Kennedy's Jr.'s decision to run as third-party candidate.
Racist slur on pedestrian bridge in Rochester prompts investigation
The slur appeared over East Circle Drive near Century High School.
This is the first 4/20 that weed is legal in Minnesota. How can you celebrate legally?
There are only two dispensaries in the state that sell marijuana flower. But THC-infused drinks and other edibles offer alternatives.
Sen. Tina Smith says American women 'won't be conned' by Trump on abortion
The former president says states should decide their own abortion laws as the U.S. Supreme Court considers a case that would curb the availability of some drugs.
Minnesota tourism rebounds: Here's where people visited
Top destinations include the Grand Casino in Mille Lacs County, the Mall of America and downtown Duluth.
The EagleCam pair is thriving a year after heartbreaking nest collapse
DNR officials say they're still looking for a new nest to feature in a livestream.
Valleyfair resurrects its popular ValleyScare event
The attraction will require a separate ticket this time around.
Waconia now requires cat owners to keep their pets on a leash
Owners must also clean up after their kitties if they use a neighbor's yard as a litter box.
Is that Bryant-Lake Bowl on the cover of the Black Keys' new album? Yes, it is.
"Ohio Players" is the band's 12th studio album.
Here's how to watch the partial solar eclipse in the Twin Cities
The moon will obscure about 75% of the sun in much of the metro area April 8.
One of Minnesota's oldest Dairy Queens is up for sale
The outpost in Rochester's Lowertown neighborhood opened in June of 1947.
Snow forces St. Paul Saints to cancel Friday's game
Home opener will now be Saturday after team officials said the wet field is currently unplayable.
St. Paul Saints come under fire for naming 2024 season's pig mascot 'Ozempig'
Commenters have accused the team of body-shaming on social media.
Baltimore bridge collapse reminds Minnesotans of 2007′s deadly I-35W disaster
Minnesota officials offer support and resources to Maryland city after ship crashes into Francis Scott Key Bridge.
Central High softball players needed to raise $15K to visit Vice President Kamala Harris. It took a day.
The vice president extended the invitation after surprising the girls at practice.
How would we get around if Uber, Lyft leave Minneapolis? It's complicated.
Taking a taxi from MSP to Uptown is fairly straightforward. A night out for drinks is another story.
Drake Webb announces departure from Dave Ryan Show and KDWB 101.3
Host did not give a reason for the split.
Could Dorothy's ruby slippers return to Minnesota permanently? The Legislature thinks so.
The Senate is considering a bill to purchase Judy Garland's iconic footwear.
Dorothy's ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' are going on tour
Judy Garland's famed footwear will go up for auction in December.
Here's what Olivia Rodrigo was up to before her St. Paul show
The pop superstar performed her sophomore album, "Guts," at Xcel Energy Center Friday.
No more State of the Union invitations for President Biden, Rep. Tom Emmer says
The Minnesota Republican made the suggestion during a party retreat over the weekend.
Gov. Tim Walz says 'old white men need to learn' how to talk about abortion, reproductive health
The governor told CNN the issues are winners for Democrats before taking aim at former President Donald Trump's golf game.
Gov. Tim Walz signs school resource officer bill, placing new oversight on campus police programs
The new law again allows officers to put students in the prone position, but to limit use of the hold.
Abortion debate plays out at St. Paul Planned Parenthood as VP makes historic visit
The St. Paul clinic has been the site of anti-abortion demonstrators on a frequent basis for years. Some were on hand Thursday as Harris became the first U.S. vice president to visit a clinic where abortions are performed.
Burnsville memorial: Excerpts from eulogies for Paul Elmstrand, Adam Finseth and Matthew Ruge
The joint memorial service featured speeches that touched on the contributions that each of the slain first responders made to the community.
Fire near Split Rock Lighthouse leads to evacuation
The historic structure was untouched by the blaze.
Cause of Camp Nenookaasi fire cannot be determined, investigators say
Mpls. Fire Department officials found dozens of illegal open fires and propane cooking devices in the debris.
Bills aim to boost Minnesota's trans refuge status, especially in public schools
It's not immediately clear what kind of opposition the proposals will face.
Calling all Minnesota dads and daughters: Tell us your sports bonding stories
We want to talk to you for an article.
Single-session tickets on sale for Big Ten men's basketball
Minneapolis is hosting the event for the first time in its 27-year history and the Gophers play on Thursday morning.
Minnesota Senate amends school resource officer bill, sends back to House
Gov. Tim Walz said he will sign the bill if it reaches his desk.
'Dear Caitlin Clark' writer explains inspiration behind viral letter
The pediatric surgeon from the Twin Cities didn't expect that a simple gesture of gratitude addressed to Iowa standout Caitlin Clark would capture so much attention,
Who did Minnesota's representatives and senators bring to the State of the Union address?
First Lady Jill Biden invited a Twin Cities-area educator to spotlight the federal government's student loan forgiveness program for public servants.
Rep. Ilhan Omar didn't vote in Minnesota primary, says uncommitted voters are 'angry and frustrated'
Nearly 46,000 Democratic primary voters cast a protest vote against President Joe Biden Tuesday.
You can now 'Get Slimed' at Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America
The 'Slimulator' will run until April 14.
How low was the turnout? And four other takeaways from Super Tuesday.
The November election will likely be a rematch between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump.
Return of Target employees brings jolt of life to downtown Mpls.
The retail giant is encouraging corporate workers to spend a week in the office once per quarter.
It's Super Tuesday in Minnesota and the polls are open
Unlike other state primaries, voters will only decide on their preferred candidate for president.
Minnesota House approves bill reversing ban on prone restraints by school resource officers
Law enforcement officials say they support the legislation, though they criticize legislators for approving the original ban.
Motion City Soundtrack frontman Justin Pierre wants to teach you everything is music
The affable rocker has been volunteering at a Twin Cities elementary school since early February.
So, is winter really over in the Twin Cities? A meteorologist explains
The Twin Cities saw its warmest meteorological winter on record. And the first weekend of spring may bring a high of 70 degrees.
How much for that Kiddy Kar? These were the 10 most expensive State Fair auction items.
Thirteen items sold for at least $1,000 during the 11-day auction, which closed Tuesday.
Roses for Burnsville first responders: Volunteers prepare red- and blue-tipped flowers for memorial
Dozens of volunteers spent Tuesday coloring white roses for the event in Eden Prairie.
What is the 'end of watch' that dispatchers make for first responders who die in the line of duty?
Colleagues pledge to carry on the public service of fallen officers.
Kenai, Minnesota Zoo's largest grizzly bear, dies
Zoo officials say the 17-year-old bear, who spent most of his life in captivity, suffered from liver cancer.
Minneapolis ranks among America's 'loneliest' cities, report says
The ranking is based on how many people live alone, but the U.S. Surgeon General has declared loneliness and isolation a national epidemic.
What's going on with Dean Phillips? He floats Nikki Haley team-up, attacks Walz and Klobuchar
The Minnesota congressman running for president continues to flip-flop on a potential third-party bid.
'Wolverine' sighting: Hugh Jackman swings through indoor golf course in Rochester
The "Greatest Showman" actor played a few rounds at Chip Shots and posed for photos on his way out.
Minnesota State Fair auction: The 10 strangest — and coolest — items
If you're in the market for an old Ferris wheel car, circus wagon wheels or an old-timey player piano, the State Fair's got you covered.
Thousands pledged to support Burnsville first responders' families. Here's how you can help, too
Police officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and firefighter/paramedic Adam Finseth were fatally shot early Sunday.
'It's his golden talent': Minnesota Capitol staffer finds joy in boxing, training youth
Jorge Mendoza found purpose in the sport. Now he uses his skill to give back to the community.
No snow emergency in the cities, despite the biggest snowfall of the season. Why?
The short answer: It's still pretty warm out. The long answer has to do with how snow has changed in the last few decades.
It's finally snowing in the Twin Cities. And people are losing their minds online
Valentine's Day brought with it about 6 or 7 inches of snowfall across the metro area.
Minnesota's Ben Wang cast as next 'Karate Kid,' will join Jackie Chan, Ralph Macchio onscreen
The latest installment in the long-running franchise is scheduled for a December 2024 release.
A Minnesota company made Usher's Super Bowl halftime show roller skates
Riedell Skates make the Flipper's Quadz by Usher, which retail for more than $1,000.
CBS snubs Duluth's Daniel Durant, other American Sign Language performers during Super Bowl
The "CODA" actor and "Dancing with the Stars" contestant was one of three Deaf performers who sang ahead of kickoff.
Minnesota's contributions to Super Bowl halftimes: The good and the not very good
Hometown hero Prince unquestionably deserves mention among the Super Bowl's all-time best performers. But the notoriously cheesy "Winter Magic" spectacle at the 1992 Super Bowl in Minneapolis was a turning point in the NFL's strategy for maintaining TV viewership during the long mid-game break.
A Minnesota animal shelter will let you name a litter box after your ex. For Valentine's Day
The Humane Society of the Lakes, in Detroit Lakes, is running the promotion through the end of the month.
When is this year's Super Bowl? Who's playing? Can Taylor Swift make it? The big questions, answered
Plus, the Star Tribune's favorite wing joints, pizzeria and appetizer recipes.
Police in Minnesota schools would see duties clarified as legislators seek to settle controversy
The new attempt to define the role of so-called school resource officers is meant to address concerns police and sheriffs have raised about a ban on student restraints.
Fire at Lutsen Lodge wipes out latest chapter in rich North Shore history
The Lake Superior landmark had stood in its current form since 1952, with roots that reached back into the late 19th century.
Social media reacts to the loss of historic Lutsen Lodge after devastating fire
The storied North Shore resort was declared a total loss after a late night fire destroyed the more than 70-year-old building.
A St. Paul teacher asked her students to design their own hats. Then she had her family knit them
Samantha Monson got the idea from a viral TikTok video that's garnered millions of views.
Judge OKs new ethnic studies standards for Minnesota schools
The Department of Education addressed the lone "legal deficit" that judges had tripped on.
What to know about the new police oversight monitor in Minneapolis
How will Effective Law Enforcement For All break up what state and federal officials have determined is a pattern of discriminatory policing?
Winter festivals iced: These Minnesota events have been canceled, postponed or altered by warm weather
From sled dog races to hockey tournaments, the mild winter has impacted several events. With more warmth in the forecast, the list could grow.
Where in the Twin Cities can you see the 2024 Academy Award nominees?
Itching to catch "Oppenheimer" and "Barbie" on the silver screen again or for the very first time? We've got you covered.
Minnesota basks in record-breaking January heat
The Twin Cities hit 55 degrees in the afternoon, obliterating the previous record of 46 degrees. A few spots in southwestern Minnesota hit 60.
Hoax email prompts Wright County sheriff visit to Rep. Tom Emmer's Delano home
A man who falsely claimed he lived at the residence tried to draw a hostage negotiator there.
Players mourn cancellation of U.S. Pond Hockey Championships — by playing hockey
Some came from as far as Belgium to compete for the Golden Shovel. Mother Nature had other plans.
