James Eli Shiffer
Topic Team Leader
Before coming to the Star Tribune in 2005, Shiffer worked at The News & Observer of Raleigh, N.C., where he was an editor and reporter. Shiffer is the author of "The King of Skid Row," a local history book. He lives in Minneapolis with his family.
Latest from James Eli Shiffer
Variety
64 years later, neighbor of mystery girl in haunting photos introduces himself
A former neighbor remembers the life and death of Janet Lee Dahl.
August 24, 2019
Variety
Photos found in a California flea market reveal the haunting story of a Minnesota girl
More than 200 snapshots discovered in a California flea market trace the life of a Minnesota child.
June 30, 2019
Variety
On an accidental safari, a park in Uganda boasts a wealth of wildlife
During a surprise safari, Queen Elizabeth National Park offered up a host of sights.
January 19, 2019
Books
Review: 'Dirty Doc Ames and the Scandal That Shook Minneapolis,' by Erik Rivenes
NONFICTION: Minneapolis Mayor "Doc" Ames was known for his visits to brothels, rigged poker games, and free-flowing booze.
March 23, 2018
Local
Minnesota open records law needs a name equal to its purpose
The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act needs a new title. Desperately.
January 6, 2018
Variety
On an accidental safari, a park in Uganda boasts a wealth of wildlife
During a surprise safari, Queen Elizabeth National Park offered up a host of sights.
January 19, 2019
Books
Review: 'Dirty Doc Ames and the Scandal That Shook Minneapolis,' by Erik Rivenes
NONFICTION: Minneapolis Mayor "Doc" Ames was known for his visits to brothels, rigged poker games, and free-flowing booze.
March 23, 2018
Local
Minnesota open records law needs a name equal to its purpose
The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act needs a new title. Desperately.
January 6, 2018