After hiring bonanza, tech workers now grapple with layoffs and disillusionment

Companies went on a tech hiring spree in the pandemic, but many of those jobs have since been cut.

Attorney Tayler Rahm wins GOP backing in battleground Second District

In the Third District, Republican activists endorsed former judge and state legislator Tad Jude. And a contentious convention in the Seventh District ended with no endorsement.

What happened when Uber and Lyft shut down in Austin, Texas

As Minneapolis tussles with the ridesharing giants, the Texas capital provides a case study on what happens when they left.

'No Mow May' eases to 'Less Mow May' in some Twin Cities suburbs

Rosemount, Roseville and New Brighton, among others, advocate mowing less but not abstaining entirely in the spring to help support pollinator-friendly plants.

Minnesotan will be sentenced for fighting for ISIS: 'I joined a death cult'

As federal authorities stopped groups of Minnesotans from traveling to ISIS territory a decade ago, Abdelhamid Al-Madioum escaped detection. His survival and return home was no less astonishing.




Brooks: Only you can prevent wildfires, Minnesota

'We've waited long enough': Minneapolis education support workers authorize strike
Searching for Snoopy: What happened to all the 'Peanuts' statues in St. Paul?
Federal funds to help restore Lake Superior sandbar

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Vikings roster overhaul could lead to most competitive training camp in years

Wolves not worrying about the past, can sweep Suns on Sunday night
Bear hugs, big smiles: Sanó reunites with former teammates after unlikely return to MLB
Souhan: Wolves deserve better challenge than soft, shallow Suns

Ramstad: Minnesota demographer takes deeper look at migration, workforce pressure

After ATF ruling, bottom falls out for St. Cloud firearms maker
After hiring bonanza, tech workers now grapple with layoffs and disillusionment
Friends split a mortgage, share a home to beat high housing costs


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Strengthen firearm storage laws
Thoughts from the Star Tribune's new community engagement director
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Review: Sierra Ferrell wows sold-out First Avenue with her refreshingly quirky country sounds

The stolen ruby slippers from 'The Wizard of Oz' were recovered by the FBI. But the tale isn't over.
Minneapolis couple double down on Uptown with renovation of beloved condo
Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids

Neal: PWHL ready to build on successful inaugural season with better names, more goals

Interest in women's sports has never been higher, and PWHL Minnesota has big plans for its future.

Reusse: Constant action is what keeps eyes glued to NBA playoffs

The modern NBA draws its fair share of criticism, but the excitement and tension of it all cannot be topped, especially when the Timberwolves are in the playoffs.

Scoggins: Yes, Coach, Vikings defense really improved

Kevin O'Connell turned into an internet meme for his reaction to the Vikings' defensive moves in the draft, but he knows better than anyone that his team needs massive improvement on that side of the ball.

Souhan: Wolves deserve better challenge than soft, shallow Suns

Phoenix was favored to beat the Timberwolves, but the series hasn't been much of a test at all.



Attorney Tayler Rahm wins GOP backing in battleground Second District

Frustrated Minnesota teachers seek probe of pension fund
What we know about the Sen. Nicole Mitchell burglary allegations so far
Chants of 'shame on you' greet guests at White House correspondents' dinner shadowed by war in Gaza

South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem writes in new book about killing her dog

Residents begin going through the rubble after tornadoes hammer parts of Nebraska and Iowa
A suspect is in custody after 6 people were shot outside a club in the nation's capital, police say
What happened when Uber and Lyft shut down in Austin, Texas

Hamas is reviewing an Israeli proposal for a cease-fire in Gaza, as a planned Rafah offensive looms

Minnesota groups at the forefront of relief efforts in Sudan
Russia renews attacks on the Ukrainian energy sector as Kyiv launches drones at southern Russia
Long lines form and frustration grows as Cuba runs short of cash

Searching for Snoopy: What happened to all the 'Peanuts' statues in St. Paul?

Why do so many Minnesota homeowners get free roofs after a hailstorm?
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Chants of 'shame on you' greet guests at White House correspondents' dinner shadowed by war in Gaza

Minneapolis native Poppy Harlow parts ways with CNN
Harvey Weinstein hospitalized after his return to New York from upstate prison
Caitlin Clark revs up Pacers fans with pregame playoff appearance in IndyCar replica

At 90, Minneapolis volunteer has lifetime of service

Minnesota veteran makes 1,000-mile 'gratitude walk' for program that helps vets
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