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St. Paul partnership brings trust, opportunities to troubled Karen youth
Efforts at Humboldt High School could be a model for struggling students of migrant families.
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Prosecutor shake-up in Moriarty's office in murder case against trooper Londregan
The lead prosecutor has stepped down as Hennepin County Attorney asks for authority for outside counsel.
New TV ad rails against Minnesota abortion ballot initiative that hasn't passed the Legislature yet
Democrats in control of the Legislature have been negotiating language differences on the measure for months.
Minneapolis approves $15 minimum for cigarette packs, highest in U.S.
The city's tobacco crackdown allows existing limited "sampling" inside cigar lounge.
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Minneapolis schools, teachers reach tentative agreement to avert strike
Details will be released after teachers vote to ratify the agreement, district officials said. The district's support staff is negotiating separately from the teachers.
Men knock woman down and steal her dog during walk, St. Paul police say
The attack occurred about 4 p.m. Wednesday in St. Paul's Payne-Phalen neighborhood. The bulldog/terrier mix is still missing.
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He grew up legally in Minnesota, but immigration law gap may one day force student to leave
The conundrum illustrates the obstacles many legal immigrants face seeking a path to long-term stability in the United States
U.S. Bank Stadium gets new executive director
Ed Kroics has worked at the stadium for operator ASM since 2016
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New police chief in Columbia Heights will start work Friday
Matt Markham, 49, will take over for Lenny Austin, who is retiring.
Immigrant workers sue Minnesota vegetable farm for shorted pay, 'deplorable' conditions
Workers claim Svihel Vegetable Farm violated federal human trafficking law; the farm calls the suit "baseless."
The stolen ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' were recovered by the FBI. But the tale isn't over.
The reporter who dug up the dirt, the museum head who took the heat and Grand Rapids itself are forever changed by the ruby slipper theft.
Lotto America player in Minnesota hits $3.1M jackpot
The winning ticket was bought at a Cub Foods in Coon Rapids.
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Star Tribune adds Kavita Kumar, Melissa Wind to news organization's leadership
Kumar is the news organization's new community engagement director. Wind is its first head of philanthropic partnerships.
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6 Edina residents explain why they're running for the Hennepin County Board
A special primary April 30 will narrow the field from six to two before a special election May 14; they'll represent a district that includes Edina, Hopkins, Minnetonka, Wayzata and other west metro communities.
Edina sophomore two-sport standout on recruiting: 'Gotten a little busy'
Mason West quarterbacked the Hornets to the Class 6A football final and starred on the school's state-title winning hockey team. The 6-6 standout also wants you to know about how he sees himself.
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Minneapolis Farmers Market pares back hours for 2024 season
The market, which ran daily from May to October last year, will be open Wednesday through Sunday.
Body camera video shows Minnetonka man repeatedly shooting at deputies before dying in firefight
"Suspect is down in the yard, he was firing at us again, we are giving him commands at this time," one deputy said.
Oakdale issues warning after coyote attacks dog in nature preserve
No people have been hurt, officials said.
Anoka County extends search for county administrator
Applicants can apply until May 3 for the county's top administrative position.
Indian classical music: Lean in, it's fun, two performers say ahead of St. Paul show
The Carnatic violinist and Hindustani vocalist will meld their different styles in a concert Friday in St. Paul.
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