Twin Cities

Minnesota Public Radio and the Metropolitan Council failed to reach a deal after a mediation session last month. MPR's lawsuit stems from its concern over noise and vibrations from the light rail trains that will travel in front of the company's broadcast facilities in downtown St. Paul.
Bouncing girls cherish Winter Carnival high-flying tradition
The Bouncing Girls are one of the most popular features of the annual St. Paul Winter Carnival Torchlight Parade. It's a tradition that's been around for decades, and still attracts thrill-seekers who try out for the squad every year.
The federal government has tentatively agreed to pay for half the nearly $1 billion Central Corridor light-rail line, bringing the project one step closer to securing all of the necessary cash for completion, regional planners say.
Photos: St. Paul Winter Carnival
The St. Paul Winter Carnival is underway, featuring dozens of activities to help celebrate the cold, snow and ice of the season. MPR photographer Jeffrey Thompson captured some of the action.
Rondo plaintiffs get partial victory in light rail ruling
A federal judge in St. Paul has ordered light-rail planners to conduct further study of the Central Corridor transit line to address concerns of businesses along the route who say they face economic hardship because of it. But the judge refused to halt construction of the project, as the plaintiffs had requested.
At the Ordway in St. Paul, moving a 70-ton wall is a breeze
Even when the house is empty, the inside of St. Paul's Ordway Theater is a sight to behold. From the stage, plush seats fill your line of sight row after row and extend to a third balcony.