Twin Cities

Rebuilding from a recent fire, 19 Bar is still a cornerstone of Twin Cities Pride
Minneapolis is gearing up for Twin Cities Pride this weekend — but a local staple will be missing this year. One of the oldest gay bars in the city, 19 Bar, has been closed since a fire destroyed the interior in March. Its staff and regulars are reminiscing on its many years, and planning pride without it.
Author Gabrielle Zevin to speak in Minneapolis for the paperback release of 'Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow'
“Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow” is a New York Times best-selling book about love, art and video games. MPR News reporter Kyra Miles spoke with author Gabrielle Zevin ahead of her visit to Minneapolis.
Minneapolis City Council asks public to weigh in on police union contract
In a city struggling to maintain police officer staffing levels, the council is holding public hearings on a tentative union contract that would make Minneapolis officers some of the highest paid in the state.
St. Paul closes roads, parks near Mississippi River to prepare for flooding
Roads and park facilities around St. Paul are closed in anticipation of rising waters on the Mississippi River. The river is currently expected to crest late Friday or early Saturday.