Twin Cities

Some ‘cautiously hopeful’ state oversight will lead to changes in Minneapolis police
A court-enforceable agreement between the city of Minneapolis and the state requires ambitious changes to how the Minneapolis Police Department functions. But achieving the goals of the agreement is going to require courageous leadership from elected officials and committed engagement from the public.
Asphalt plant ready to help crews fill potholes as St. Paul residents report much more damage
St. Paul streets are failing at a faster rate than city maintenance workers can keep up with, city officials said as they announced the official opening Thursday of its asphalt plant. And they warned the long-awaited repairs will take longer.
Reward offered for information in 'suspicious' disappearance of Winona woman
Winona police continue to ask the public for help in the search for 26-year-old Madeline “Maddi” Kingsbury, and her family is now offering a $50,000 reward for information leading to her whereabouts.
Cub Foods workers set Friday-Saturday strike at 33 Twin Cities stores
Workers are seeking better wages and benefits. The union said the planned walkout, coming just before the Easter holiday, also stems from unfair labor practices. Cub said it has contingency plans ready but is willing to keep negotiating.
Suni Lee suspends training amid health concerns; still eying Paris Olympics
The St. Paul native and 2020 women’s all-around gymnastics champion said Monday she’s dealing with a health issue related to her kidneys but said she was committed to pursuing a spot in next year’s Olympic games.
A safe space for ‘sad girl’ music fans: Inside Electric Fetus’ boygenius listening party
Fans gathered at Electric Fetus Tuesday to soak in the first listen of boygenius’ highly anticipated album — “the record.” While the pandemic made in-person music gatherings nearly impossible, listening sessions are having a resurgence three years later.