Duluth
April 30, 2021
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Live performances return to Duluth's historic NorShor Theatre

The Duluth Playhouse's main stage returns with smaller productions until its fall season begins with "Spamalot."
Local
April 30, 2021
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Fishing opener turns political in Otter Tail County

Officials trying to tamp down opposition to Walz visit for annual event.
Local
April 30, 2021
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St. Paul council members want investigation of Fletcher's livestreaming

Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher's shows on Facebook and YouTube have attracted more than 13 million views since last July. A proposed council resolution says he drove the wrong way down a one-way street in pursuit of a stolen car and failed to wear a body camera.
Local
April 30, 2021
Cameron O. Clark, left, and Tanisha A. Dunn, of Minneapolis

Minneapolis pair charged in attack on woman pregnant with man's child

The woman suffered a broken rib, and "her baby still appeared to have a heartbeat."
Curious Minnesota
April 30, 2021
Howard O. Kelly of Minneapolis’ Civilian Defense Council inspects the 5,500-pound siren atop the Northwestern National Bank in 1943. This siren prec

Why does Minnesota test tornado sirens on the first Wednesday of the month?

Siren testing began amid fears of a Soviet atomic bomb attack during the Cold War.
Local
April 30, 2021
Abel Folkestad

3-year-old's drowning in Cambridge pond leads to vital organ transplants for several others

Family friend says organ transplants have benefited four people.
Vikings
April 30, 2021
The view of TCO Stadium and TCO Performance Center from one of two Presidential Suites. The OMNI Viking Lakes Hotel opens Thursday. The Nordic-themed

USA Curling joins Vikings, tennis, lacrosse, e-sports at Eagan development

Headquarters will be moving from Stevens Point, Wis., to Twin Cities, a "hotbed" for the sport
Local
April 29, 2021
Dr. Priya Sampathkumar outside Mayo Clinic in Rochester. She has been immersing herself in efforts to assist, “but the need is so enormous.”

Minnesotans answer call to fight COVID-19 surge in India

The number of Minnesota residents with Asian Indian ancestry has increased from 30,500 in 2010 to 40,500 in 2019. For many, what's playing out in India is taking a personal toll.
Duluth
April 29, 2021
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Another movie shoot coming to Minnesota's North Shore

Local producer calls the region an "untapped frontier for production."
Photography
April 29, 2021

March for Yadhira Romero Martinez

Yadhira Romero Martínez was killed last week. Daniel Cuenca-Zuniga, 23, was charged with second-degree murder in Martínez's death, according to a criminal complaint by the Hennepin County Attorney's Office.
Local
April 29, 2021
Abdifatah H. Mohamed

Man charged with murder in Cedar-Riverside shooting death

The suspect told police he had an "extremely bad day," the charges say.
Books
April 29, 2021
Kawai Strong Washburn

'Owls' and 'Sharks' lead the list of Minnesota Book Award winners

Authors Jonathan C. Slaght and Kawai Strong Washburn were among those honored in a virtual celebration.
Local
April 29, 2021
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Federal regulator steps in to protect Minnesota's wild rice stands

The MPCA says it is caught between state and federal law.
Local
April 29, 2021
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Albert Lea bar owner who defied COVID restrictions is arrested in Iowa

For nearly six weeks, Lisa Hanson has been in hiding after warrants were issued for her arrest.
Local
April 29, 2021
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Minnesota teens urged to stay wary of COVID in prom season

State health officials are targeting the vaccine for eligible teenagers, inviting 16- and 17-year-olds to appointments at Mall of America this week.
Business
April 29, 2021
Fairview Riverside Medical Center in the foreground.

Black state investigator accuses Fairview Hospital security of racial profiling

Fairview spokesperson said the incident is being reviewed.
Local
April 29, 2021
University of Minnesota Police Chief Matt Clark talked to the press about the closing of Coffman Memorial Union and arrest of a subject that allegedly

Tension builds between U student leaders, campus police

The leaders called for the chief to resign, and a state police association stepped in to defend officers from criticism.
Local
April 29, 2021
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Scooters roll out again in Minneapolis this weekend

About 1,000 scooters will appear in the coming days with more on the way.
Local
April 29, 2021
Downtown St. Paul has never had parking minimums, and minimum requirements near the Green Line were eliminated about 10 years ago.

St. Paul could eliminate requirement that developers include parking with new projects

People are already expressing strong feelings about the possible reduction or removal of parking minimums.

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