Stage & Arts
Review: CTC's 'A Year With Frog and Toad' doesn't miss a step despite actor's departure
The cast performs admirably after a lead actor left the revival two days before opening night.
Music
Is this the last time for the Rolling Stones live? Not the way Mick carries on.
The band opened its North American tour in Houston on Sunday night.
Stage & Arts
Minnesota Dance Theatre ends a historic chapter with 'Spring'
The 60-plus old company, started by Loyce Houlton, is halting its dance performances after its May shows for now.
Music
Billie Eilish returning to St. Paul for two-night stand in November
The repeat Oscar and Grammy winner will hit Xcel Center again promoting her new album, "Hit Me Hard and Soft."
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Exes at odds in the wedding party
Uncomfortable situation requires everyone to be on their best behavior.
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Ask Amy: Friend's tie to ex causes stress
Emotions are still too raw.
Books
Colm Toibin's 'Long Island' continues the Irish American story he began in 'Brooklyn'
FICTION: Heroine Eilis still isn't sure if America or Ireland is her home.
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Yuen: The bizarre and relatable case of Minnesota state Sen. Nicole Mitchell
If the grief and trauma over losing her father is what led her to allegedly burglarize her stepmom's home, the legislator should say so.
Movies
Chaska native's directorial debut 'Tarot' will be in 3,500 theaters
As an actor, Anna Halberg was frustrated by the lack of diversity in Hollywood. She shifted to directing to help change that.
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Black Fashion Week Minnesota shines a light on local talent
The fashion series will feature four action-packed events with varying themes.
Taste
25 Mother's Day brunches in the Twin Cities that will dazzle mom
It's a list tailor-made for every mom, with dinners, brunches, high tea and even a spa day sans kids.
Stage & Arts
Broadway actor quits CTC's 'A Year With Frog and Toad' 2 days before opening night
Jay Goede originated the role of Frog at the theater in 2002, and played it on Broadway the following year.
Music
Review: Hip-hop star Nicki Minaj turns Target Center pink in overdue return to Minnesota
The rapper's "Barbie"-buoyed tour stop followed a 13-year gap in Twin Cities appearances.
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TV & Media
Don't give up on 'So Help Me Todd'
Odds are good that the canceled comic drama will surface elsewhere.
Inspired
Two die in Wyoming, Minn., crash
Two others were injured when a vehicle crossed the center line.
Music
Review: Sierra Ferrell wows sold-out First Avenue with her refreshingly quirky country sounds
The rising West Virginia Americana star evoked Dolly Parton with less vibrato and garishness.
Home & Garden
Plant sales: A perennial favorite for great bargains and great gardening advice
From local gardening groups to school fundraising clubs, organizers are gearing up to bring a stockpile of plants to a community near you.
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At 90, Minneapolis volunteer has lifetime of service
He's been helping at the House of Charity since he was a teenager.
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