Home & Garden
Instagram stars are at home with nature in Washington County
Instagram stars find serenity, style and inspiration after moving their family into a cabin in the woods.
Music
New Order announces first Minnesota show in 29 years Aug. 23 at the Palace
The influential synth-rock band only has two of its three co-founders but is actually a better live act these days.
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In the Brainerd Lakes area, alone and loving it
Being alone at a resort could feel strange. But in this case it was wonderful.
TV & Media
Music
Pick Six: Praise for Paul Simon, Bruce Springsteen, Stub Hub lawsuit
Pick Six is a half-dozen cool things in music, from two points of view.
Music
Father John Misty tops a moist Rock the Garden party
Rain gave way to sweat at the annual concert outside the Walker Art Center.
Inspired
Philando Castile exhibit at Minneapolis Institute of Art embraces beauty and trauma
Bringing Castile's story into the Minneapolis Institute of Art gives it weight, artists say about "Art and Healing: In the Moment," which opened this weekend.
Music
How one man pulls off St. Paul's beloved (and free) Twin Cities Jazz Festival
Meet the one-man staff who makes the math work for the metro's biggest ticket-free music festival.
Eat & Drink
Restaurant pros mentor St. Paul students: 'I learned how to debone a chicken'
Teens in the Stage program were immersed in the culinary arts, guided by chefs, bakers, managers and other industry professionals who volunteered their time.
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Rosenblum: What does Dad really want? More time with his kids
The struggle for work-life balance begins with baby's first breath, and is exacerbated by divorce.
Stage & Arts
For younger Twin Cities collectors, art is a matter of love over money
A new generation of art lovers explains the allure — and how you might get started.
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Minnesota police on Twitter: Come for the laughs, stay for the public safety warnings
Some Minnesota police are using social media — and humor — to give people an inside look at what they do and who they are.
TV & Media
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Does training leach the joy out of my dog's life?
In the mornings, Angus is sweetly obedient. The evening brings somewhat different behavior.
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