Local
July 17, 2019

Dr. Elliot Chesler, who created one of top VA cardiology units in country, dies at 87

His medical career spanned three continents as he became a respected and influential doctor.
Duluth
July 17, 2019
The PolyMet tailings ponds could be seen over a small berm.

Leaked memo raises new questions about water permit for PolyMet mine

The memo could play a role in three inquiries now examining how federal and state regulators handled the critical permit for PolyMet Mining Inc. and its proposed Minnesota copper mine.
Minneapolis
July 17, 2019
Cornell Smith, 11, pedaled fast through flooding along Dunwoody Boulevard on Tuesday on the way to a Twins game at Target Field. Smith and his brother

Rain falls fast and hard, causing street flooding in Twin Cities

More than 2 inches of rain fell within an hour on Tuesday.
Local
July 17, 2019
Norm Coleman meeting in his DC office with Mohamed Abdirizak. Abdul Ahmed III is also seen in the office meeting. ] Photo Credit: Charlie Archambault

Norm Coleman says all visible signs of cancer removed from his lung

The former U.S. senator also said the cancer was more invasive than thought.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
Minneapolis City Council Member Jeremiah Ellison, shown in 2018.

On troubled north Mpls. corner, drugs flow and neighbors worry

Beefed-up patrols have only moved the activity a block, residents say.
Local
July 16, 2019
January 21, 1981 Arvid Laingen, seated at right, found it hard to concentrate on a memorial service Tuesday at St. Olaf's Lutheran Church near Odin, M

Minnesota native, top American held in Iran during hostage crisis dies

Bruce Laingen was often seen on the news bound and blindfolded. His wife tied a yellow ribbon around the oak tree in the front yard of their home. He was 96.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
Soccer coach Bryan Duffey was severely injured in the explosion at the old school. He returned for the student assembly. ] GLEN STUBBE ¥ glen.stu

In lawsuit, Minnehaha Academy blast survivors allege 'negligence and carelessness' by contractors

The five employees suffered physical and emotional injuries in the 2017 explosion.
South Metro
July 16, 2019
A Colombian red tail boa constrictor was found in the median of Nicollet Avenue near McAndrews Road in Burnsville Monday.

Friendly boa puts squeeze on hearts in Burnsville

The snake could be adopted if the owner does not come forward.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
On June 7, Mohamed Noor was sentenced to prison.

Noor appeals his murder, manslaughter convictions in Damond case

A spokesperson said the "totality of his circumstances, including his role as a police officer," led to the move to another state. Noor was convicted of killing Justine Ruszczyk Damond in a Minneapolis alley after she called 911.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
Traffic moved along Hennepin Avenue near West 24th Street Tuesday during the evening commute. ] Aaron Lavinsky ¥ aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com C

Bus-only lanes coming to parts of three avenues in Minneapolis

The lanes will be in effect only during morning and afternoon rush hours. The decision comes after a trial run last year on Hennepin.
Duluth
July 16, 2019
042718.N.DNT.REFINERYFIREc10 -- The Husky Energy refinery burns as seen in this aerial photo Thursday afternoon. Bob King / rking@duluthnews.com

Duluth asks EPA to review hydrogen fluoride use after refinery explosion

Oil refinery explosion raised fears of hydrogen fluoride hazards.
South Metro
July 16, 2019

Ex-professor who sued Inver Hills Community College accepts $82K settlement, lifetime ban

Berger was one of the leaders of a faculty no-confidence vote against the college's president, Tim Wynes, who later retired.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019

Authorities ID man shot to death over weekend in north Minneapolis

Police have yet to make any arrests in connection with the killing.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
The scene near 25th and Bloomington Ave. S where a man was seriously wounded by gunfire in the parking lot of a Speedway Tuesday, Nov. 6, 2018, in Min

Couple indicted in fatal shooting at south Minneapolis gas station

The couple had previously been charged in the murder of 18-year-old Mohamed Abdi.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey with wage supporters.

Minneapolis business leaders to City Hall: 'Hit pause' on wage theft ordinance

Minneapolis plan would compete with new state law, business leaders say.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019

Minneapolis drops one violation against Crave

The violation for an employee who tried to get back into the bar after the shooting was dropped because the man did not work for Crave.
Minneapolis
July 16, 2019
(Marlin Levison*mlevison@startribune.com.) 06/24/2011A&E story on patio bars in the Twin Cities. IN THIS PHOTO: Crave rooftop patio in downtown Minnea

City of Minneapolis cites Crave for violation after shooting

Minneapolis seeks stricter security at the downtown restaurant and bar.
South Metro
July 16, 2019
Packages passed down a conveyor belt before receiving a shipping label at Amazon in Shakopee.

Some workers strike in Shakopee in rare work stoppage for Amazon

Organizers say pace at Shakopee plant is too fast and employees are getting hurt
Local
July 16, 2019
Rep. Ilhan Omar reported raising more than $600,000 for her re-election bid between April and June. (Nick Wagner/Austin American-Statesman via AP, Fil

Rep. Ilhan Omar reports raising $600,000 more for re-election bid

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