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'This is Jayme Closs! Call 911!' Missing Wisconsin 13-year-old found alive
Three people east of Gordon, Wis., described the dramatic moments when the 13-year-old was found almost three months after she disappeared: dirty with matted hair and wearing shoes too big for her.
Timeline of events in Jayme Closs case
Oct. 15: Barron County Sheriff’s Office receives a frantic 911 call at 1 a.m. asking for help at a home just outside Barron, Wis. When…
Minnesota foundation created after tobacco lawsuit settlement announces grant recipients
The Ciresi Walburn Foundation was renamed this year to recognize the lawyers involved in the case.
St. Paul library late fees scrapped
Patrons in St. Paul no longer have to pay late fees, and the policy gets rave reviews.
DNR plans late-season deer hunts in Southeastern Minnesota to curb spread of CWD
The Minnesota DNR said the Jan. 25-27 and Feb. 1-3 hunts will take place in the large swath of land in permit zone 346, part of Houston and Winona counties
Friday's metro high plows through old record of 41 to 47
A January thaw gave Minnesota the strange luster of spring, and the mild weather is expected to continue through the weekend.
After hitting Minneapolis police car, vehicle smashes into liquor store
No one was seriously hurt, but broken wine bottles littered the entrance to Hums.
Brooklyn Center welcomes new mayor who reflects its growing diversity
Mike Elliott, who came from Liberia at age 11, said the city he will lead "put arms around us."
Minneapolis Park Board seeks state money for youth, Mississippi River projects
The board will discuss its 2019 legislative agenda at Wednesday's meeting.
Park Board poised to approve Wirth House lease for new superintendent
Lease arrangement with previous superintendent was a bit controversial.
Suspect in Hibbing slaying is arrested in St. Paul
Man found in St. Paul and held in Ramsey County jail; charges are pending.
Northern Minnesota gets more than foot of snow; metro mostly spared
Rain closes ski resorts, causes crashes, including one that killed 1 and injured 9.
St. Paul's Sixth Chamber Used Books closing in March
A sister store, Fox Den Books in River Falls, Wis., will remain open.
For many Minnesota families, tamales are a taste of 'home' at Christmastime
Many Mexican-American families in the Twin Cities spend hours preparing a traditional holiday specialty: tamales.
Al Bangoura is new Minneapolis Park Board chief
He is expected to begin on Jan. 20 after an unanimous vote that capped a monthlong national search.
New Minneapolis parks chief expected to earn $10,000 more than predecessor
Current contract would offer Al Bangoura $175,000, just below salary cap.
Como Park finial stolen from up on the rooftop turns up in a stocking
Someone had scaled the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory in Como Park, grabbed the globe and climbed back down.
Mayor: Grain elevator fire in Superior, Wis., will 'burn for a while'
Firefighters in Superior, Wis., battled a large grain elevator fire late Monday afternoon, the city's second large fire this year.
Pregnant woman fatally hit after semi failed to stop at intersection in Stearns County
The suspect later told authorities he didn't see the stop sign.
'Dump' or treasure? Mpls. Park Board weighs Wirth house's fate
With Al Bangoura, the incoming superintendent, likely to move in, questions are swirling about the future of the house. A historical group that gives tours may have to pack up its items and leave. And the Park Board begins debating next week how much rent Bangoura will pay, a controversial issue for the last superintendent.
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Archbishop 'troubled' that allegations vs. Nienstedt are unresolved
Archbishop Bernard Hebda wrote in a letter to Twin Cities Catholics that he's pushing for full investigation of allegations against his predecessor.
Two new sculptures installed in north Minneapolis parks
One of the pieces was created to honor Prince.
Cross-country skier rescued from Roseville lake
Authorities say ice was too thin this early in the season.
Minnesota lawmaker proposes tougher laws on distracted driving
Efforts to toughen state laws stalled in the Legislature this year.
Cass County man jailed after his mother fatally stabbed
The 34-year-old from Bena also was held in connection with attacking and assaulting several patrons outside a bar, the Sheriff's Office said.
Divisive board overshadows naming of Mpls. parks leader
A clash over a contract for a lobbyist dominated the meeting where new Superintendent Al Bangoura was announced.
St. Paul psychiatrist surrenders medical license after pleading guilty to possessing child pornography
He pleaded guilty to one count of receipt of child pornography in July.
St. Paul Chipotle manager says she was standing up for her employees
Dominique Moran asked for time to decide if she will return to her job.
Chipotle fires St. Paul restaurant manager, retrains staff after viral video
UPDATE: Chipotle offers manager job back after St. Paul dine-and-dash viral video A manager at a St. Paul Chipotle was fired this week after a…
Ann Loring Woodworth Meissner, psychologist and lifelong learner, dies at 93
She had a penchant for helping others, her family said.
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Two interview for Minneapolis Park Board superintendent
One is a longtime former Minneapolis Park Board employee and the other a newcomer.
One of three finalists for Minneapolis Park Board leader steps aside
A candidate for the Minneapolis Park Board superintendent dropped out of the race Tuesday, leaving two others still in the running. Interim Superintendent Mary Merrill…
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Jeff Johnson to retire from politics at the end of term
His term as Hennepin County commissioner ends in 2020.
Chronic wasting disease found at quarantined Crow Wing County farm
The farm was quarantined in 2016 after two deer were infected with the fatal disease.
Minneapolis Park Board superintendent job down to three
Goals include diversity, serving a wider public.
Danger period begins for higher risk of carbon monoxide poisoning, Minn. officials say
Now is the time to check furnaces, CO detectors, health officials say.
Mpls. Park Board members to learn this week if panel recommends a pay raise for them
Recommendation to be shared on Wednesday.
Green Line train hits, injures pedestrian in St. Paul
Train service was resuming after a halt from Hamline to Western as police investigated.
New Ulm man struck by car, fatally injured
A man from New Ulm, Minn., died Thursday afternoon after being hit by a car while crossing a main street in the Brown County city.…
Zebra mussels confirmed in five more Minnesota lakes
Lake Riley in Carver County had 91 of the 100 mollusks the DNR found.
Tom Foley registers as write-in candidate for Minnesota attorney general
The former Ramsey County attorney said "a number of people" asked him to run so their votes could be counted.
Minnesota records 300th traffic fatality of the year
With drunken driving leading the way, state is ahead of last year's toll.
Minneapolis Park Board wants to hear your vision for Hiawatha golf course property
What is your vision for the future of the Hiawatha Golf Club, the nearby lake and surrounding area?Perhaps a food forest, or a place filled…
After a golden day in Minnesota, cooler weather lies ahead
Friday promises sunshine, but a brisk wind, rain and maybe snow will follow.
Interim Minneapolis Park Board superintendent proposes $120.1 million budget for 2019
Property tax hike, overdose plan, new focus on youth programming part of plan.
Gov. Dayton resting at Mayo after a second back operation
Surgeries were similar to ones governor underwent in 2012 and 2015.
Zebra mussels found in three more Minnesota lakes
The mollusks turned up as equipment was removed from lakes for the season.
Scream Town reopens after deal with Carver County
Visitors were greeted by a sign that read, "All are welcomed here."
Carver County briefly shuts down Halloween haunt Scream Town
Carver County administrator promised enforcement action if Halloween attraction violates stop order.
Water use is targeted in state sustainability report
Update on sustainability finds progress in cutting emissions and waste.
Popular Scream Town apologizes for targeting Somali customers
The owner wrote a public apology on Scream Town's Facebook page saying safety is a top priority and the first post "seemed to generalize."
Man running across tracks fatally struck by Green Line train in St. Paul
The man and a friend were crossing the tracks on Syndicate Street, about a block east of the Hamline station. The friend made it.
Body of missing Mpls. man believed to be found in Austin, Texas
Christopher White was visiting college friends and attending a music festival in Austin, Texas.
Decomposed body found in St. Paul drainage ditch
An Xcel Energy maintenance employee found the body around 4:30 p.m. near Randolph Avenue and West Seventh Street, police said.
Detroit Lakes bicyclist dies in Hwy. 10 crash
A man from Detroit Lakes, Minn., riding a bicycle across Hwy. 10 in Wadena was fatally struck by a pickup truck Thursday night. The Minnesota…
Shut down for hours after fatal crash, Hwy. 12 reopens near Maple Plain
The highway was closed between Valley Road and Railroad Avenue west of Maple Plain in Independence, the Minnesota State Patrol said.
Minneapolis Park Board asks panel to consider raises for board members
The board also extended the contract of interim leader Mary Merrill.
Two men killed in separate accidents involving semis in Rogers, Coon Rapids
Two men died on Minnesota roads Tuesday afternoon in separate accidents. A Pillager, Minn. man was fatally struck near Interstate 94 in Rogers. As…
Charges possible in alcohol-linked death of man who died in Bemidji State fall
The 19-year-old man who died in an apparent fall from a residence hall at Bemidji State University was drinking alcohol at a large off-campus party…
Warrant issued for Moorhead woman suspected of kidnapping her children
It's possible they are not all together, authorities said.
Settlement between Graco, Park Board means Minneapolis will get riverside park
The agreement ends a yearslong legal dispute over a parcel of land.
Vaccinate kids for flu, Minnesota health officials plead
New data underline how deadly last winter's influenza season was nationwide.
Response team created for homeless on buses, light rail
It's also experiencing a rise in crimes, resulting in more officers on board.
Faribault prison locked down in most recent violence at state prisons
The state prison in Faribault, Minn., was placed on lockdown Monday after an inmate punched a corrections officer in the face. Three of the responding…
Severe storms cause 'significant' damage in southeastern Minn.
In the Twin Cities, residents sloshed through flooded streets in some areas. Clouds and storms are expected to clear out Friday, with clear skies and cool temperatures moving in.
650 from Minnesota National Guard bound for Kuwait honored before sendoff
Ceremony at the St. Paul RiverCentre pays tribute ahead of deployment by the Rosemount-based 34th Red Bull Infantry Division.
Minneapolis Park Board will hold police listening sessions next month
Residents are invited to discuss park policing and safety at two listening sessions to be held next month by the city's Park and Recreation Board.
2 injured in blast, fire at Minneapolis industrial building
The two employees were taken to a hospital with serious burns and other injuries after the blast at Metal-Matic.
Minneapolis Park Board wants to ask taxpayers for at least $3.5 million more in 2019
Board of Estimate and Taxation to make a decision on the $3.5M request on Sept. 26.
Minneapolis residents will help pick next Park Board executive
Those who want to be on Mpls. selection committee must apply by Sept. 20.
Harvey Djerf, naturalist and biology teacher, dies at 96
Born and raised in south Minneapolis, he became an avid outdoorsman who studied forestry in college before being drafted to serve in World War II.
Minneapolis Park Board: Bodycam video of Minnehaha Park incident not public
The two park police officers involved are still on the job.
Loppet Foundation owes $400,000 for Trailhead project in Wirth Park
Outdoors hub is to be donated to the city once payment dispute resolved.
I-90 near Austin reopens after flooding from heavy rain in southern Minn.
Downpours have flooded streets in Rochester; a possible tornado was spotted near Albert Lea.
Augsburg University professor facing deportation gets to stay for now
Mzenga Wanyama will be teaching English literature this fall at Augsburg.
