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Neal Justin: Why Conan O'Brien is a national treasure
His latest series, "Conan O'Brien Must Go," inspired us to look back at his greatest road trips.
The Twins sell tickets with all-you-can-eat classic concession fare. Are they worth it?
We borrowed a colleague from the sports department to put Target Field's new all-inclusive Legends Landing to the test.
5 vinyl shops in greater Minnesota worth a spin for Record Store Day
The vinyl boom is spreading to smaller cities including Bemidji and Buffalo, which saw new stores.
6 ways to attract birds to your backyard
It's easy to make your yard a bird oasis.
Your fridge is a place where fresh food goes to die. That doesn't have to happen.
Can't see the contents of your own fridge? It's not your fault (well, not entirely). Here are some quick hacks to reduce wasted food in your kitchen.
Eat & drink insider
On Thursday evenings, there's a gay bar at the Walker Art Center
Artist Sadie Barnette creates an artwork and functional bar celebrating her father's first Black-owned gay bar in '90s San Francisco.
Review: Sibling pop band AJR put on a fun show in St. Paul, but not a good concert
The feel-good trio of "Bang!" fame drew more than 12,000 fans to Xcel Center for their first local arena-headlining gig.
Yuen: Parents, let's make a pact to get our kids off their screens and back to real-life play
I wanted to give my kids a taste of my '80s free-range childhood. Here's how it went.
Meet the Oscar-winning cinematographer who has changed the way the movies look
Roger Deakins, the man most responsible for the visuals of many Coen brothers movies, will be at the Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival.
This Star Tribune reporter didn't even survive the audition for 'Survivor'
After a few hours in line at the Minneapolis Convention Center, he bailed. But hundreds of others who stuck it out never got to audition for the reality TV show.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for April 18-24 include Kane Brown, Waxahatchee, Royel Otis, Tim McGraw and Leslie Odom Jr.
Change up your Passover routine with these meatless recipes
Explore two new cookbooks for the holiday: one looks at traditions, the other offers a new spin on Jewish cuisine.
University of Minnesota bug experts say we should be eating insects
Find out why we should opt for six-legged snacks at the "Minnsect Show" this weekend.
TV review: 'Jane' is the best heroine for families prepping for Earth Day
The Apple TV+ series continues to shine in its second season.
What to know and seek for Record Store Day 2024 in the Twin Cities
A rundown on who's putting out music and playing it live for Saturday's national shopping holiday.
Ask Amy: Gift instructions baffle guest
It all starts to smack of greed.
Review: James Sewell Ballet's 'Pointed Humor' showcases physicality and precision
The performance included unimaginable jumps and elegance.
NPG vets Michael Bland and Sonny Thompson extend their brotherhood into a post-Prince duo
They will celebrate their new single and music of the Purple One in an all-star concert on Saturday.
BLOGS + COLUMNISTS
Jennifer Brooks
Brooks: A tale of 124 hoarded Minnesota cats has at least a hundred happy endings
As animal abuse cases soar, Minnesotans trek to the Animal Humane Society to offer neglected animals loving new homes.
Laura Yuen
Yuen: Parents, let's make a pact to get our kids off their screens and back to real-life play
I wanted to give my kids a taste of my '80s free-range childhood. Here's how it went.
Eat & Drink
8 Midwestern supper clubs that get it right
On Thursday evenings, there's a gay bar at the Walker Art Center
Forgotten Star Brewing in Fridley is launching a food truck, and more restaurant news
Dining out on the cheap: 15 favorite meals for $10 and under
Home & Garden
See a modern ADU carriage house in St. Paul as part of the MSP Home Tour
Celebrity designer and Minnesota native Nate Berkus shares tips on making home spaces work for you
Minneapolis musician Jeremy Messersmith lists remodeled tiny house for $195,000
Replacing water heaters with heat pumps can help the environment, and get you a tax credit
Music
5 vinyl shops in greater Minnesota worth a spin for Record Store Day
What to know and seek for Record Store Day 2024 in the Twin Cities
Review: Sibling pop band AJR put on a fun show in St. Paul, but not a good concert
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Celebs
Allman Brothers Band co-founder and legendary guitarist Dickey Betts dies at 80
UK's Prince William returns to public duties for first time since Kate's cancer diagnosis
Prince's sister Tyka Nelson will give her farewell performance at the Dakota
Britain's Prince Harry formally confirms he is now a US resident
Movies
Review: Depicting a divided nation, brutal 'Civil War' feels disturbingly real
Oscar winners and superstars highlight Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival
Who wrote the 'Wicked Little Letters' that sent an English village into an uproar?
Minneapolis author says visiting set of movie starring Russell Crowe and Rami Malek was 'surreal'
News
Burnsville woman's sinus surgery went great — until she got the $32,449 medical bill
After a bumper crop of new sales taxes approved in 2023, legislators eye limits
Hopkins parents charged in 9-year-old daughter's asthma death
St. Olaf talks death in a cafe setting
Taste
The Twins sell tickets with all-you-can-eat classic concession fare. Are they worth it?
Your fridge is a place where fresh food goes to die. That doesn't have to happen.
These bowls embrace whole grains for Earth Day
Change up your Passover routine with these meatless recipes
Health
Burnsville woman's sinus surgery went great — until she got the $32,449 medical bill
Minnesota plan to close state addiction treatment facilities faces pushback
St. Olaf talks death in a cafe setting
Iowa environmental groups ask EPA to step in and protect drinking water
Style
Addition of pop-up shops turn Fashion Week MN into a buy-local marketplace
Ali shops. Ali edits. Ali influences. What doesn't Twin Cities media maven Allison Kaplan do?
It's never too late to be a style influencer
Becerra's big challenge: Vaccinating Americans against virus
TV & Media
TV review: 'Jane' is the best heroine for families prepping for Earth Day
Justin: 10 TV shows about the Founding Fathers that are more fun than Apple's 'Franklin'
CBS will turn the lights back on for Billy Joel concert
TV to watch: Billy Joel offers concert for those of us who aren't big shots
Travel
Fast horses, bourbon, boutiques and even castles are found in one Kentucky county
Tripadvisor names the 10 best castles in the world to visit
New upscale camper cabins add to Cuyuna options
Think twice about buying carbon offsets when you fly
Stage & Arts
Review: James Sewell Ballet's 'Pointed Humor' showcases physicality and precision
Sculptor Zoran Mojsilov has rocked the Twin Cities for more than 40 years
'10,000 Dreams' at Northrop seeks to celebrate Asian choreography and end stereotypes
Guthrie's epic 12-hour Shakespeare marathon has 3 plays, 3 kings, 25 actors
Books
How did this novel's heroine end up with her ex's new love's ex? It's kind of a 'Funny Story'
Of course you love your pooch but 'Dogland' wonders if she loves you back
Spring's hot gift book features gorgeous found-nature photos
Biography details what 'Rulebreaker' Barbara Walters did to get to the top
More Stories
8 Midwestern supper clubs that get it right
Inspired by the latest "Top Chef" challenge, we look at old-fashioned dining in style.
Prince's sister Tyka Nelson will give her farewell performance at the Dakota
The part-time singer will be joined by former Prince associates for the concert on his birthday.
Want to celebrate 4/20? Here are 33 weed-themed events across Minnesota.
Wherever you are in the state, chances are there's one near you.
Iowa environmental groups ask EPA to step in and protect drinking water
Inspired by a successful campaign in Minnesota, the groups want the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to intervene to prevent agricultural runoff from polluting water in northeast Iowa.
Why you should donate clothing: It (probably) won't end up at the dump
Fast fashion is tough on the climate, but clothes can have second and third lives.