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April 5, 2023 3:47 PM

Future of Us: When their theater closed, these comedians found an audience in each other

The pandemic forced the Brave New Workshop Comedy Theater to temporarily close its doors. But performing online opened the door for new approaches to comedy – and new places to find validation.

by Megan Burks

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April 5, 2023 2:55 PM

Celebrate 90 years since the repeal of Prohibition with a glimpse into St. Paul's dark past

Friday marks 90 years since the repeal of Prohibition, and Saint Paul Brewing is celebrating with drink deals and history tours.

by Tom Crann and Megan Burks

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April 3, 2023 4:21 PM

Biden touts clean energy spending, jobs in Minnesota visit

In a speech at a Fridley manufacturing plant Monday, President Joe Biden said federal investments in clean energy are creating jobs and spurring private investment.

by Mark Zdechlik

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April 3, 2023 12:09 PM

U president Gabel leaving for University of Pittsburgh

University of Minnesota President Joan Gabel said Monday she is leaving to become chancellor at the University of Pittsburgh. She faced criticism late last year for joining the board of a financial services firm while continuing to run the U.

by Matt Sepic

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April 3, 2023 11:00 AM

Hamline president caught up in Muslim art controversy to retire

Fayneese Miller will leave her post effective June 30, 2024, the school said Monday. Miller faced widespread criticism over how she handled a controversy involving an image of the Prophet Muhammad shown in an art history class.

by Nina Moini and Alex V. Cipolle

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March 31, 2023 4:23 PM

Students, alumni celebrate UMD Women's Hoops title game appearance

Students and alumni are traveling to Dallas this weekend for the University of Minnesota Duluth women's basketball team’s first-ever appearance in the NCAA Division II National championship.

by Dan Kraker

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March 31, 2023 4:10 PM

Jury finds ex-GOP operative Lazzaro guilty in federal sex trafficking case

The one-time Minnesota Republican political operative and top donor faced federal charges of giving five girls, who were 15 and 16, cash and gifts in exchange for sex. Following the verdict the prosecutor described him as “Minnesota’s Jeffrey Epstein.”

by Matt Sepic

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March 31, 2023 11:56 AM

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.

by Sam Stroozas and Michelle Wiley

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March 30, 2023 3:53 PM

Latest UN climate report calls for urgent action. Where does Minnesota fit in?

The latest United Nations climate report urges that the window of opportunity to prevent catastrophic climate change still exists — but is closing fast. What role do states, including Minnesota, play in keeping that window open?

by Paul Huttner and Ngoc Bui

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March 30, 2023 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Love, collaboration and Shakespeare

In Lanesboro, Commonweal Theatre’s play “Bernhardt/Hamlet” is a “love letter to theater.” Artists at Northside Artspace Lofts display their “Works in Progress” in north Minneapolis. Members of the Minneapolis Guitar Quartet display their range at Sundin Hall in St. Paul on Friday.

by Emily Bright

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