Celebrities
December 7, 2018
Sheletta Brundidge, left, and Lindy Vincent are the hosts of the TwoHauteMamas.com podcast.

C.J.: WCCO radio spices up its podcast lineup with TwoHauteMamas.com

The chemistry between Sheletta Brundidge and Lindy Vincent is as undeniable as their banter.
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December 7, 2018
Minnesota artist Anne Labovitz turns international communication into global artwork

Minnesota artist Anne Labovitz turns international communication into global artwork

After 100 conversations in five cities, she's still searching for more connections.
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December 7, 2018
Twin Cities designer Cori Taylor modeled an item from her athleticwear line, CoriTaylorMN. "I carry around, like, 11 tubes of ChapStick with me all th

More designers challenge 'pocket inequality' in women's clothing

Tired of decorative rather than practical clothing, more women are demanding deep and plentiful pockets.
Music
December 7, 2018
Travis Scott appears Saturday at Target Center.

Twin Cities concerts of the week: Travis Scott, Middle Kids, the New Standards

The big gigs for Dec. 7-13, also including Third Coast Percussion, Richard Thompson, Bob Seger and Sheila E.
TV & Media
December 7, 2018
LOS ANGELES, CA - SEPTEMBER 25: Gladys Knight performs onstage at "Q 85: A Musical Celebration for Quincy Jones" presented by BET Networks at Microsof

TV picks for Dec. 8-9: 'White House Christmas 2018,' 'The American Meme,' Quincy Jones

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December 7, 2018
It was on a morning walk in November when a German shepherd ran up to Angus and began to bark and growl.

The Puppy Chronicles: An encounter with a German shepherd

When the big unleashed dog raced toward us, all I could do was shout.
Eat & Drink
December 7, 2018
St. Paul chef Justin Sutherland has been cast on "Top Chef."

St. Paul 'Top Chef' contestant shows his Minnesota pride in season premiere

Justin Sutherland from St. Paul's Handsome Hog is competing on the Bravo show.
Music
December 7, 2018
Lady Gaga is a finalist for top song and record, both for "Shallow."

Grammys Awards step up by nominating more women: Lady Gaga, Brandi Carlile, Cardi B

Lady Gaga, Brandi Carlile and Cardi B landed nominations in top categories.
Home & Garden
December 7, 2018
A new kitchen in Minneapolis' Longfellow neighborhood, designed by NewStudio Architecture

Vintage Minneapolis house gets Mediterranean-inspired kitchen makeover

A Spanish-style house in Mpls. gets a Mediterranean-inspired kitchen makeover.
Music
December 7, 2018
Curtiss A gears up for another John Lennon tribute show.

Curtiss A doubles his annual John Lennon tribute with kid-friendly First Ave show

Curtiss A adds a kids' show to his 39th(!) John Lennon tribute.
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December 7, 2018
Lamar, Drake and Carlile lead Grammy nominations

Lamar, Drake and Carlile lead Grammy nominations

Kendrick Lamar, Drake and Brandi Carlile will compete in the top three categories at the 2019 Grammys, where women mark a comeback.
Stage & Arts
December 7, 2018
Publicity shots for upcoming Performing Arts season and performance by Morgan Thorson and company. Photo by Bobby Rogers for Walker Art Center, Minnea

Love is a giant spectacle in Morgan Thorson's new Walker Art Center dance show

REVIEW: Morgan Thorson's new piece has a mysterious message about power and consent.
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December 7, 2018

News of the Weird: Groom spends $18K to marry a hologram

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December 7, 2018

Sound Advice: A large room would benefit most from new speakers

Music
December 7, 2018
Thom Yorke of the band Radiohead performs solo in concert during the opening night of his "Tomorrow's Modern Boxes Tour" at the Franklin Music Hall on

Thom Yorke's quirky Northrop set quells Minnesota fans' 21-year wait

The Radiohead frontman's solo set leaned heavily on electronics and visuals but still spotlighted his vocals.
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December 7, 2018
Ann Ahmed of Lat14 Asian Eatery wears a BA Craftmade Apron.

Top chefs around the world want aprons designed by a Minnesota woman

Kate Meier started sewing aprons for her three chef sons — and now has a booming business on her hands.
Eat & Drink
December 7, 2018
Burger Friday: Minnesota Wild owner's St. Paul restaurant scores with ultimate butter burger

Burger Friday: Minnesota Wild owner's St. Paul restaurant scores with ultimate butter burger

At Herbie's on the Park, a bone marrow butter makes all the difference. The slow-roasted onions are a treat, too.
Books
December 7, 2018

Reviews: 'Sociable,' by Rebecca Harrington and 'The Boat People' by Sharon Bala

Books
December 7, 2018

Review: 'Hazards of Time Travel,' by Joyce Carol Oates

FICTION: The dystopian "Hazards of Time Travel" is flawed by familiarity.
Books
December 7, 2018

Review: 'The War Before the War,' by Andrew Delbanco.

NONFICTION: A compelling, elegantly written account reveals the personal stances behind a nation on the brink.

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