Fox 9 reporter shares story about losing her lower leg in boating accident
Courtney Godfrey fell overboard and her foot became entangled in the boat's propeller.
Obituary: Volunteer chess coach and role model Jack Mangan dies at 67
A fundraiser, elementary school teacher and founder of several Minneapolis chess clubs that continue today, Mangan died Sept. 1, four months after a terminal cancer diagnosis. He was 67.
Minneapolis Park Board considers delaying Hiawatha Golf Club closure
Officials said more time is needed to complete plans.
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Not like pulling teeth: Nonprofits investing in children's oral hygiene
Several philanthropies are pouring millions of dollars into dental care for working class and low-income Minnesota families, seeking to give poor kids the kind of healthy smile that will boost self-esteem and ease entry into the workforce.
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Male contraception gaining sex appeal, Gustavus survey finds
Male equivalents of the female birth control pill are coming closer to reality through research at the University of Minnesota and other institutions, and perhaps just in time, as pressure grows on men to take more responsibility for pregnancy prevention and family planning.
Apartments evacuated after car crashes into Loring Park bar
Vehicle struck a Loring Park bar, forcing nearby residents out of homes.
At Code Switch, techies tackle social justice
First day of Code Switch event draws hundreds to St. Paul.
8 injured in early morning apartment fire in St. Paul
A fire was reported before dawn in the building at 30 Baker St. W., near Humboldt High School, the Fire Department said in a series of tweets.
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Small plane crash in northwestern Minn. kills all 3 people aboard
Three men were found dead Saturday morning after the single-engine plane they were in crashed near Thief River Falls, in northwestern Minnesota.
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Saturday's high of 90 degrees in Twin Cities ties record
Hot, steamy weather will stick around for one more day.
Two injured after car crashes into south Minneapolis smoke shop
The driver of the vehicle, Aaron R. Day, 44, of Onamia, Minn., was arrested, according to the police report. He appeared to be under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, police said.
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Kiesling House on New Ulm's Minnesota Street survived Dakota War of 1862
At issue is how to restore the wood-frame Kiesling House.
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Minn. history: Hard life defined Civil War soldier from Hennepin County
It's hard to imagine a life any harder than Wilber Coleman's.
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Minnesota briefs: Three tribes awarded nearly $1.8 million in HUD grants
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded nearly $1.8 million to three American Indian tribes in Minnesota to improve housing conditions and to stimulate local development.
Inner-city steak joint's closing won't slow Phillips neighborhood comeback
The plan is to renovate Best Steak & Gyros at Chicago and Franklin avenues into an East African eatery.
Anoka County hopes free shuttle will help attract, retain Northstar riders
The beleaguered line got a $240,000 grant for a one-year shuttle service in Fridley.
Ramsey County's Amazon HQ bid adds St. Paul riverfront to ammo site
Riverfront site in downtown St. Paul is added to proposal.
Hudson, Wis., woman fights City Hall to keep her downtown beauty shop pink
Woman is fighting Hudson City Hall, which says her house should be a muted, neutral hue.
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Minnesota and Wisconsin among states targeted by Russian hackers
The Department of Homeland Security informed 21 states of the situation about Russian hackers and their election systems. No breach occurred, Secretary of State Steve Simon said. Wisconsin also is included.
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Does Netherlands hold key to diversity needs in Twin Cities housing?
Twin Cities housing doesn't meet the needs of an increasingly diverse population. The Netherlands may be a model.
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