Why was the Mall of America built in Minnesota?
The "fantasyland" proposal for the former Met Stadium site almost didn't materialize.
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West St. Paul residents raise concerns about safety of proposed mental health facility
Residents also showed up to support the facility, which would be owned by Dakota County and run by Guild, a nonprofit.
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Joe Rigert, award-winning Star Tribune investigative reporter, dies at 91
Rigert won many state and national awards for public service reporting during 35 years with the Minneapolis newspaper.
Blair Anderson retires after decade as St. Cloud's top cop
He fiercely defended his officers and city when policing and diversity were under fire.
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Police looking for man as possible suspect in killing of a woman in Moorhead
Police say he might be driving the woman's SUV.
Former Minnesota GOP Chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan sues party, alleging disparagement
The state GOP has countersued Carnahan, alleging she "grossly mismanaged" the party.
As Democrats shake up early state presidential process, Minnesota doesn't make cut
The emerging plan from Democrats starts with South Carolina, followed by Nevada and New Hampshire, Georgia, then Michigan — a spot Minnesota vied for.
St. Paul firehouse dog helps rescue the rescuers: 'It's just her presence'
The trained service dog helps first responders deal with the pressures of their work.
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Only 18 freshmen benefit in first year of U's Native American Promise Tuition Program
Some tribal leaders say the program is a promising first step, but they hope it will eventually include far more Native students.
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Minneapolis becomes 'safe haven' for gender-affirming care
Mayor Jacob Frey signs order shielding city from anti-trans movement.
Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips wins U.S. House leadership spot
Phillips, a businessman, will be tasked with promoting House Democrats' brand.
Charges: Twins implicated in shooting death of fellow 17-year-old in Brooklyn Park
Police said they believe one of the twins is the person who pulled the trigger.
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Woman found dead in Moorhead home with traumatic injuries
A woman has been found dead in a Moorhead home with apparent traumatic injuries and authorities were searching on Friday for a man believed to be driving her vehicle.
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Charges: Driver was drunk when he struck Detroit Lakes motel, killed woman and injured her husband
The driver's blood alcohol content within two hours of the wreck was 0.148%.
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Carver to join state pension plan, nearly doubling firefighter benefits
The west metro city is the latest to join Minnesota's state-run plan.
Psychologist admits falsely collecting from Mdewakanton Sioux more than $500,000
The doctor's billing scheme spanned more than seven years as the owner of Life Dynamics Inc. in Prior Lake.
Red Lake Nation football team hasn't won a game in years, but its coach keeps kids undefeated
They often play against opponents with twice as many players. Sometimes, coach Nolan Desjarlait wonders how he keeps doing it. The answer always comes: "I refuse to give up on them."
Is Hulu's 'Merry Kiss Cam' Duluth's Duluthiest movie?
The holiday rom-com features Duluth vistas, businesses and even Rory, a local dog.
Probe into Golden Valley Police Department finds culture of racism, leads to officer departures
Nine months after an independent investigation was launched, the city released a law firm's findings and recommendations.
New Mpls. police chief raises concerns after council cuts $1M from budget
Proposed police budget remains larger than pre-George Floyd levels.
Gun violence in Minneapolis declines for second month
From Oct. 25 to Nov. 21, the city reported a 44% drop in gun-related calls for service compared withthe same period last year.
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Nurses authorize second strike, with a start date of Dec. 11
The work stoppage would begin Dec. 11, but leaders of the Minnesota Nurses Association hoped the decision alone would motivate hospitals to sweeten terms.
Brooks: Want to run or roll around the Vikings stadium? It'll cost you
Higher prices, high snowdrifts won't keep fans from a Winter Warm-Up ritual.
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