TV & Media
April 9, 2020
This image released by Universal Pictures shows George MacKay in a scene from "1917," directed by Sam Mendes. (François Duhamel/Universal Picture

Nielsen ratings: CBS takes 7 of top 10 spots

TV & Media
April 9, 2020
Rusty Gatenby

WCCO's Rusty Gatenby on his role in the series finale of 'Modern Family'

He was also the last actor listed in the final credits of the final episode.
TV & Media
April 9, 2020
FILE - This Nov. 13, 2019 file photo shows Dolly Parton performing at the 53rd annual CMA Awards in Nashville, Tenn. Parton tweeted Wednesday, April 1

Let Dolly Parton read you bedtime stories: What to watch, hear and read this week

Our weekly picks to lift your mood and ease your isolation.
TV & Media
April 8, 2020
Duchesne Drew of the Bush Foundation.
Photo: Bruce Silcox

Duchesne Drew named next president at Minnesota Public Radio

Drew previously held leadership positions at the Star Tribune and the Bush Foundation.
Movies
April 8, 2020
Spike Lee, winner of the award for best adapted screenplay for "BlacKkKlansman", attends the Governors Ball after the Oscars on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2019,

Take a deep dive into Spike Lee films: Our critic's top 7 picks

Never afraid of a big gesture, Lee goes for broke every time he directs (which is a lot).
Variety
April 8, 2020

Gadgets: Three keys to better video chats

Local
April 8, 2020
Screenshot from Low Cut Connie's livestreamed performance.

Musicians learn how to reach their audiences online amid stay-at-home order

Haley is using Patreon. Low Cut Connie is lighting up Facebook Live. Yam Haus and Nur-D are having fun on Instagram. Might this be the future?
Music
April 7, 2020
Remembering John Prine: The songwriting great who invented East St. Paul

Remembering John Prine: The songwriting great who invented East St. Paul

Our critic looks back at the great American songwriter, all the way back to Prine's first concert at the Guthrie Theater in 1972.
Variety
April 7, 2020
Luke Bryan's delayed tour will include a Sept. 25 concert in St. Paul

Luke Bryan's delayed tour will include a Sept. 25 concert in St. Paul

In announcing the delay of his new album and tour, the country superstar inadvertently mentioned his Xcel Energy Center show.
Stage & Arts
April 7, 2020
Amirah Ellison is among this year's grant fellows.

Twin Cities artist launches a program to boost young, diverse curators

Jehra Patrick carves out a path to bring more diversity to the Twin Cities art scene.
Local
April 7, 2020
5 tips to make your home work space as comfortable and functional as possible

5 tips to make your home work space as comfortable and functional as possible

You can work comfortably, productively and safely from your sofa.
Home & Garden
April 7, 2020
Great gray owl is one of the iconic birds of the Sax Zim bog. Every visitor wants to see one. Success is not guaranteed.
Jim Williams photo

Cars mark birding hot spots, if you hurry

Some birds are worth getting up early for.
Home & Garden
April 7, 2020
This is a wonderful image by artist Endre Szabo, but is it an original? (Handout/TNS)

Unclear whether Szabo painting is an original or print

Local
April 7, 2020
Discover a variety of resources to engage in history at home.

Kids bored? Minnesota museums have lots of ideas for at-home art activities

Minnesota museums offer lots of resources to keep your children engaged.
TV & Media
April 7, 2020
The cast of "Modern Family."

Cast and creators say goodbye to 'Modern Family'

One of TV's most enduring sitcoms says farewell, but not before setting the stage for a modern approach to comedy.
Local
April 6, 2020
Crowds filled the Minneapolis riverfront last summer for the 25th annual Stone Arch Bridge Festival.

Art-A-Whirl, Stone Arch fest announce 2020 backup plans due to virus

Northeast Minneapolis' popular mid-May marathon will go virtual, while the riverfront festival will bump to September.
Variety
April 6, 2020
Twin Cities Jazz Festival in June is postponed because of virus pandemic

Twin Cities Jazz Festival in June is postponed because of virus pandemic

The 22nd annual free fest in St. Paul's Lowertown is looking to make alternative plans.
Books
April 6, 2020

In 'The Oracle Code,' disability advocate gives readers a Barbara Gordon they've never seen

TV & Media
April 6, 2020

TV Q&A: 'Scarecrow of Romney Marsh' starred Patrick McGoohan

Variety
April 6, 2020
Carrie Underwood confirmed for Twin Cities Summer Jam 2021

Carrie Underwood confirmed for Twin Cities Summer Jam 2021

She was scheduled to play this summer's event at Canterbury Park but it was canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Variety

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