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March 4, 2024 4:00 AM

Repairing ‘damage’ or perfecting policies? Fix bills take center stage at the Capitol

After Democrats moved landmark policy and spending changes in 2023, Republicans say they’ll aim to roll back changes or at least have a greater say in proposed corrections bills.

by Dana Ferguson

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March 1, 2024 5:08 PM

St. Paul City Council remains unaligned on declaring resolution for a cease-fire in Israel-Hamas war

Council Member Nelsie Yang said she plans to introduce a resolution at next week’s meeting. The council isn’t aligned on the matter, and it’s facing increasing pressure to debate it publicly.

by Megan Burks, Cathy Wurzer and Nina Moini

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March 1, 2024 3:12 PM

Minnesota United braces for home opener against Columbus Crew amid key injuries

Minnesota United faces Columbus Crew in their home opener at Allianz Field, navigating through injuries but with fresh strategies under new coach Eric Ramsey from Manchester United.

by Cathy Wurzer

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March 1, 2024 4:00 AM

In Minnesota’s 3rd District, an open-seat opportunity isn’t high on national watch list

While there’s a way to go between now and November, the race to replace U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips in Congress hasn’t yet drawn a national focus.

by Mark Zdechlik

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February 29, 2024 4:00 AM

Bemidji State University study seeks to discover the secrets of urban deer life

Minnesota’s rural-urban divide doesn’t just affect people. Take deer for example, they are now a fixture in many Minnesota communities. While some people love them, others see them as pests, and dangerous when mixed with traffic.

by Mathew Holding Eagle III

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February 29, 2024 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: The scent of art, the poetry of Bly, Gilbert and Sullivan

“Do Not Forget Us:” Poets, Writers and Musicians Against the War(s), Cheryl LeClaire-Sommers' exhibit “Scents to Scenes” and Gilbert and Sullivan’s “Utopia, Limited; or, The Flowers of Progress.”

by Emily Bright

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February 28, 2024 4:00 AM

‘Answered their final call’: Mourners honor fallen Burnsville first responders

Friends, family, community leaders and a legion of law enforcement on Wednesday honored fallen officers Matthew Ruge and Paul Elmstrand and firefighter-paramedic Adam Finseth in a service filled with tears, humor, heartfelt stories and a solemn final ceremony reserved for those who pin on a badge of public service.

by Sarah Thamer, Jon Collins and Nicole Ki

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February 28, 2024 4:00 AM

Graywolf Press celebrates 50 years of publishing wild literature

Graywolf Press, a notable independent publisher based in Minneapolis, is celebrating its 50th anniversary, marking a significant milestone for the small but influential nonprofit organization.

by Emily Bright

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February 27, 2024 4:00 AM

Minnesota photographer finds more civility than division in ‘Purpletown’ project

Since the 2020 election, photographer Paul Shambroom has mapped and photographed what he calls “purple towns” — communities where votes for presidential candidates Joe Biden and Donald Trump were statistically tied. Even though these communities are evenly divided politically, Shambroom says civility is often high.

by Catharine Richert

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February 27, 2024 4:00 AM

As Cowles Center closes, local dancers reflect on its impact

The Cowles Center, a key venue for dance and performing arts in the Twin Cities, is set to close on March 31 due to financial difficulties. This decision has deeply affected the local dance community.

by Jacob Aloi

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