Taste
Gov. Walz's hot dish tweet might be his most controversial message of year
His food photography skills could use some work.
Music
Hippo Campus rolls out 'Ride or Die' single ahead of new album and TV gig on James Corden show
The Twin Cities pop-rockers are due on CBS's "Late Late Show" as they prepare for the Feb. 3 release of "LP3."
TV & Media
Meteorologist Sven Sundgaard joins Minnesota Public Radio
The former KARE weatherman will be featured on "Morning Edition."
Local
St. Paul nonprofit Sahan Journal awarded $1.2 million grant from American Journalism Project
Sahan Journal is the first nonprofit news organization in Minnesota that the American Journalism Project has funded.
Home & Garden
Birds need water in winter. Here's how to help them get it
Birds do get some water from the food they ingest, but they make great use of a bird bath as well — just not for bathing.
Home & Garden
Three Rivers Park District will celebrate a Big Year of Birds
A migratory bird festival and a Big Sit are among many events on tap.
Home & Garden
When it comes to resolutions, don't forget your home
A schedule can put you on track to a better home
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Yuen: For one mom and Army veteran, MOA's handling of shooting was a 'failure'
Samantha Pree-Stinson is proud of how her 15-year-old son remained calm during a lockdown, but faults the Mall of America for its haphazard response.
Books
His cousin's long-lost book was a poignant surprise for Minn.'s former U.S. Sen. Rudy Boschwitz
Ulrich Boschwitz wrote his novel about a German Jew on the run in the days after Kristallnacht.
Music
Rockers Motion City Soundtrack postpone winter tour due to omicron cases
"COVID has unfortunately hit our touring family," the band reported as it delayed shows through late February, including two at First Avenue.
Stage & Arts
Guthrie postpones 'Raisin in the Sun,' cancels 'Destiny of Desire' due to COVID-19
The decisions were made because of COVID-19 cases in the cast.
Old music yields fresh fruit in the hands of exceptional pianist Víkingur Ólafsson
Review: Recital at St. Paul's Ordway unspooled like a fascinating tale.
Variety
Local animal shelters are hoping for donations in honor of animal lover Betty White
In honor of White's recent death — and what would have been her 100th birthday — the #BettyWhiteChallenge has emerged.
Books
Lindsey Vonn's new memoir 'Rise' has lots to say about skiing but nothing on Tiger
Gossip-free, the memoir is at its best discussing how she confronted gender barriers in the sport.
Eat & Drink
Updated: Which Twin Cities restaurants require proof of vaccination?
A running list of restaurants where you'll have to show your vax card or proof of a recent negative test to dine indoors.
Home & Garden
Luxe North Oaks 'entertainer's dream' home on market for $3.275 million
The 11,000-square-foot home in a "countryside environment" features fountains in the foyer, several fireplaces and bars on each level.
Local
New cameras on I-94 help troopers look for truckers violating weight limits
They are among more than a dozen around the state that weigh vehicles in motion.
Stage & Arts
'Come From Away' captures compassion, community and dreams
History-making pilot Beverly Bass inspired a character in the Broadway musical set during the Sept. 11 terror attacks.
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