What should you do if you're eligible for a Minnesota tax rebate but it didn't arrive?
Revenue officials say nearly $1 billion in rebates have been sent to more than 2 million Minnesotans.
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Grand jury returns first-degree murder charges for Madeline Kingsbury's ex-boyfriend
A grand jury has indicted Adam Fravel on two counts of first-degree murder in the death of the mother of his two children.
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Have ideas for Minnesota's new flag and seal? Now's your chance to submit them.
A commission to redesign both is calling for submissions this month and will select one finalist for each.
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Woman admits being high when pickup left street, killing former U athlete
The victim, Abby Anderson, was the sister of Gabriele "Gabe" Grunewald, an elite middle-distance runner at the University of Minnesota who died of cancer in 2019.
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South Washington County school district voters to decide on millions for renovations
The slimmed-down request, a year after the district's voters rejected a much larger request, is one of dozens of school district ballot questions this fall.
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Meet the St. Paul refugee who went into real estate rather than policing — after realizing he didn't like the sight of blood
Boe Boe hopes to help other families navigate the home-buying process.
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Star Tribune eliminates editorial cartoonist position
The news outlet will hire the current cartoonist on a freelance basis.
Coming in 2024: New state license plates with a Vikings design
Skol brothers and sisters can purchase the plates for an extra $30 beginning in January. The official announcement is today.
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BCA releases new details after undercover deputies shot Granite Falls man
Two deputies with the Swift County Sheriff's Office are on administrative leave after one fired his rifle, the other a Taser.
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Mpls. City Council rejects $145K PTSD claim by former officer involved in beating
Sgt. Andrew Bittell was among dozens of officers who severed ties with the department while their disciplinary cases for misconduct were still pending.
Auditor opens initial look into failed cannabis director hiring
Erin DuPree, a self-described cannabis industry entrepreneur and hemp shop owner, stepped down a day after Gov. Tim Walz appointed her after a Star Tribune report revealed she had sold illegal products at her hemp store.
Duplexes, townhomes, cluster developments: What to know about St. Paul's proposed zoning changes
St. Paul is considering eliminating single-family-only zoning, with the goal of boosting the city's housing stock.
Petition asks Stillwater to rename new Lumberjack Landing Park, rejecting 'cartoon' take on history
The Stillwater City Council will take up a motion to reconsider the name at its meeting Tuesday.
Climate change spiked heat that canceled Twin Cities Marathon, climatologist says
The muggy 92-degree weather was more than 40 degrees hotter than ideal for running, race officials said.
Charges: Ex-doctor awaiting sexual mistreatment sentencing causes crash while drunk in Minneapolis
Christopher Kovanda's blood alcohol content was measured at the scene at 0.214%, according to the charges.
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Transit agencies to offer extra service for Twins playoff games
The Twins host Toronto in the wild-card round Tuesday and Wednesday at Target Field, and Thursday if a third game is necessary.
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Jurors acquit Hudson, Wis. man in connection with death of one of his infant twins
His defense attorney said soon after charges were filed that his client was innocent.
Ex-volleyball coach at St. Paul Como Park charged with sexually assaulting one of his players
The encounters occurred behind the school and elsewhere, according to the charges.
Newly released autopsy results call Fridley baby's death in March a homicide; no arrests announced
The 5-month-old boy suffered "multiple blunt force injuries," the Medical Examiner's Office said.
High heat cancels Twin Cities Marathon for first time in 42-race history
Sunday's marathon and 10-mile run were canceled early Sunday due to "black flag conditions" that organizers said made it too dangerous to run. The high temperature reached 92 degrees.
1 dead, 6 hurt in crash involving Metro Transit bus in Minneapolis
The crash happened when a pickup driver failed to obey a stop sign at Chicago Avenue and E. 25th Street, authorities said.
Target's closings because of crime protect its profit, but at expense of communities
Retailers cutting their losses in big cities already facing post-pandemic challenges is yet another hurdle for major downtowns hoping to re-establish their vitality.
Eden Prairie High senior honored for the unsung heroes she's uncovered
Sasha Allen won the grand prize for the second time for sharing the story of a teenage World War II spy who later settled in Eden Prairie.
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