Twin Cities

November 25, 2022 2:15 PM

How a basketball jersey can open pathways for Native opportunities

Artist Sarah Agaton Howes (Anishinaabe) designed warmup jerseys for the University of Minnesota women’s basketball team. They debuted during a game last Sunday that also included jingle dress dancers, traditional drumming and land acknowledgment in honor of Native American Heritage Month.

by Robyn Katona and Feven Gerezgiher

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November 25, 2022 4:00 AM

Giving local artists a platform: 'Choreographer’s Evening' at the Walker Art Center

Now in its 51st year, “Choreographer’s Evening” at the Walker Art Center offers local curators, choreographers and dancers a showcase for original creations.

by Jacob Aloi

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November 23, 2022 4:00 AM

Skyway vacancy offers chance of a lifetime for clothing maker

Rammy Mohamed used to make clothes in her basement. Now she’s opened a highly visible boutique in the St. Paul skyway.

by Sarah Thamer

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November 22, 2022 1:30 PM

Vigil for transgender victims draws crowd mourning Colorado Springs shooting

People packed a Minneapolis event Sunday for the annual Transgender Day of Remembrance, looking for somewhere to be together to grieve the mass shooting at a Colorado Springs LGBTQ nightclub the night before.

by Feven Gerezgiher and Robyn Katona

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November 21, 2022 6:00 PM

Promoting Hmong culture: Fashion and music at the Armory

Hmong Nouveau presented viewers with a mix of fashion and music, showcasing Hmong designers, dancers, choreographers and musicians.

by Jacob Aloi

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November 21, 2022 3:48 PM

Minnesota State Fair General Manager Jerry Hammer is retiring after 50 plus years

The Minnesota State Fair's longest-serving general manager is stepping down this spring. Jerry Hammer will retire after more than 50 years of working at the fair.

by Tim Nelson

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November 20, 2022 6:30 PM

Vikings' strong start hits a speed bump

Despite Sunday’s disappointing 40 to 3 loss to the Dallas Cowboys, the Minnesota Vikings are still off to their best start, at 8-2, since the 2017 season. Excitement was certainly high among fans who flocked to downtown Minneapolis for the big match-up.

by Elizabeth Shockman

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November 18, 2022 5:47 PM

A stray kitten took a trip through Minneapolis under a Metro Transit bus

On Friday a Metro Transit bus driver heard a faint meow coming from under his bus and so began the rescue of Turbo, a gray kitten that rode under the bus from Minneapolis to Brooklyn Center.

by Sam Stroozas

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November 17, 2022 1:17 PM

Children’s Minnesota opens mental health unit to meet surge in demand

Children’s Minnesota is opening a new youth mental health unit this month in St. Paul to meet a surge in demand for in-patient services. The Twin Cities saw a 30 percent rise in youth mental health crises last year.

by Elizabeth Shockman

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November 16, 2022 5:37 PM

Photos: New St. Paul police chief sworn in, says he is ready for reform

On Wednesday Axel Henry was sworn in as the next St. Paul police chief after the City Council approved his nomination. He says gun violence, retention and reform are at the top of his agenda.

by MPR News Staff

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