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August 4, 2023 7:01 PM

Art Hounds: Duluth goes country

This week, the Art Hounds recommend a Jewish makers market, a women-centered variety show and an outdoor country music concert.

by Heidi Raschke

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August 4, 2023 6:13 PM

Mahnomen store shut down for alleged illegal cannabis sales

A store in Mahnomen, Minn., that was allegedly selling cannabis illegally was shut down on Wednesday, according to the White Earth Nation.

by MPR News Staff

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August 4, 2023 5:17 PM

Appetites: Beth Dooley's tips for pickling produce from your bursting summer garden

Award-winning cookbook author Beth Dooley shares some fresh ideas for pickling, including a her Quick Pickled Green Beans that she recommends using as a stir stick for Bloody Marys.

by Tom Crann

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August 4, 2023 5:15 PM

The case for a soft landing in the economy just got another boost

U.S. employers added 187,000 jobs in July, a slower but still solid pace of growth, suggesting the Federal Reserve may be able to curb inflation without triggering a recession.

by Scott Horsley

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August 4, 2023 5:10 PM

YWCA Minneapolis closes two locations, cuts swim team, pivots more resources to early childhood

YWCA Minneapolis is closing down two locations this fall. The organization said it’s restructuring to better address longstanding inequities in the Twin Cities.

by Kyra Miles

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August 4, 2023 4:01 PM

Court of appeals upholds Thao's federal civil rights conviction

The Eight Circuit found no evidence that former Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao was deprived of a fair trial, and in a ruling filed Friday affirmed his conviction on federal civil rights charges.

by MPR News Staff

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August 4, 2023 3:32 PM

Minnesota health data: Opioid impacts remain high, COVID-19 levels remain low

Amid recent reports concerning increases in COVID-19 activity, we take a closer look at wastewater monitoring. We also look at some existing data related to the ongoing negative impact of opioid addiction.

by Alyson Clary and Craig Helmstetter

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August 4, 2023 3:00 PM

From Palestine to Lyndale: How Baba's Hummus became a Minnesota phenomenon

From hummus brand to hummus house, Baba’s opens its doors in Minneapolis and serves up authentic Palestinian food.

by Sarah Thamer

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August 4, 2023 1:49 PM

Proposed Minnesota high-voltage 180-mile power line could cost $1B

Utilities say the new transmission lines are needed to help maintain a reliable power grid, as existing coal plants are retired and more solar and wind energy is brought online.

by Kirsti Marohn

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August 4, 2023 1:40 PM

The Ring Nebula comes into focus, and it's astounding

Thanks to the James Webb telescope, we can now see the nebula with more clarity. As one expert says, "We always knew planetary nebulae were pretty. What we see now is spectacular."

by Bill Chappell

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