Pulitzer winner Viet Thanh Nguyen, 'fighting for utopia' and a new Vietnam war narrative
The novelist spoke at St. Catherine University on power and the pen.
Embattled landlord files defiant affidavit in Mpls. case
Landlord mogul Spiros Zorbalas, who was banned by the Minneapolis City Council from renting property in the city for five years, has filed a defiant affidavit saying he has every right to co-own apartment buildings with Stephen Frenz.
Family-run farm store in Rosemount marks 90 years by changing with the times
Fluegel's Farm, Garden and Pets is an institution, connecting the rural and suburban.
Golden Valley debuts Minnesota's first playground 'challenge course'
The city debuted the state's first such timed obstacle course and a new accessible playground.
As it turns out, Woodbury does have a history — on display soon
A self-guided tour takes place next weekend as part of the city's 50th anniversary celebrations.
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Free tuition draws Minnesota students to online university
At a time of mounting anxiety over college costs and student debt, the online University of the People is doing its best to smash the mold.
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Minnesotans living and working in Irma's path face rebuilding task
Minnesotans in Irma's path come to terms with what has been lost and count their blessings.
Shakopee High student killed in crash, with 2 critically injured
A student at Shakopee High School was killed and two others were critically injured after a vehicle carrying five people overturned Thursday afternoon in Jackson Township, Minn.
Students dominate Minneapolis anti-racism rally
About 300 people march to Loring Park from the Hennepin County Government Center.
Wear comfortable shoes: St. Paul hosts national conference for walkers
The national event focuses on the issues facing pedestrians in the U.S. and included a number of tours around the Twin Cities.
Federal gun probe strategy in Twin Cities survives first appellate test
Convictions from 2014 Twin Cities gang war were affirmed by court.
Witnesses: Angry confrontation preceded fatal Mpls. shooting
Friends and relatives said the victim was shot during an angry confrontation at a bus stop Friday morning.
Minneapolis DFL Party chairman resigns, treasurer gets ousted
Chairman Dan McConnell's resignation stemmed from a March effort to remove him. Treasurer Tim Bonham faced a complaint.
Charge: Talk about stolen property preceded fatal shooting near 35W ramp
Authorities have identified the man found dead in a car that crashed in south Minneapolis.
Shakopee High student killed, 2 others critically injured in crash
A student at Shakopee High School was killed and two others were critically injured after a vehicle carrying five people overturned Thursday afternoon in Jackson Township, Minn.
Goodhue County feedlot opponents say owner violates air standards
Neighbors opposed to a pending 4,700-hog operation measured air quality at other sites.
Pillsbury Hall, U's second-oldest building, is in line for $36M in TLC
After years of failing to make the cut, the beloved building at the University of Minnesota finally is on the shortlist for renovation funding.
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Weekend traffic: Another I-94 road closure, more light-rail maintenance
The biggest curve ball for drivers this weekend won't be delivered by Twins ace Ervin Santana, rather the Minnesota Department of Transportation which will close the eastbound lanes of I-94 between Brooklyn Center and downtown Minneapolis.
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