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This Suburbs guitarist is all over the Twin Cities music scene, especially at Icehouse in April
The ubiquitous Jeremy Ylvisaker emphasizes keeping it simple ahead of his name-filled Monday residency.
From Minnesota to Broadway: Here are 7 shows that launched in the land of 10,000 lights
The Twin Cities also has been a jumping-off point for noted national tours.
Even common birds like the bluebird are full of mysteries
Despite conveniently nesting in manmade nest boxes, there are still lots of areas to study for Eastern bluebirds.
Move over, Bloody Mary — it's time for a Bunny Mary
A Minnesota cocktail company makes a mixer that could be the new must-have Easter drink.
A dozen ways to devil your eggs
Once you master the basic technique and recipe, the flavor combinations are endless.
Eat & drink insider
Yuen: He donated his sperm to friends. Now he wants to be dad to the 5-year-old.
A sperm donor's paternity case could have statewide ramifications for same-sex couples and other families who rely on assisted reproduction.
St. Paul's popular (and still free!) Lowertown Sounds concert series announces 2024 lineup
Organizers of the Mears Park series stuck with regular favorites despite rising challenges, including the New Standards, Flamin' Oh's and Salsa del Soul.
Dance-music festival will be the first concert at Allianz Field in St. Paul
Illenium and Kaskade will headline the two-day EDM affair, with tickets on sale Friday.
Review: Jerrod Carmichael offers up TV's most authentic reality show
The comedian continues to push the envelope in his new HBO series.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for March 28-April 3 include Deerhoof, Peter Frampton, Pam Tillis, Erik Koskinen and LA LOM.
'Groundhog Day' meets 'Bridget Jones's Diary' in comic novel about a woman with too many husbands
FICTION: Holly Gramazio's heroine changes husbands more often than underwear.
Pat Kessler, who dropped the mic after long career covering politics, is among Hall of Fame honorees
He and others in the 2024 class will be inducted into the Minnesota Broadcasters Hall of Fame in October.
What to watch: Minnesota farmer shares her battle with alcoholism in PBS documentary, 'Greener Pastures'
What TV critic Neal Justin is watching this week.
'The Lion King' roars back to its first Pride Rock at Minneapolis' Orpheum Theatre
Hear from some of the Minnesotans and other artists present at the creation of the Julie Taymor-led juggernaut that's become the biggest-selling show in Broadway history.
Popular MyTalk 107.1 hosts Lori and Julia announce their surprise retirement
They shared the news on the radio Tuesday because Lori Barghini wants more time to "fart around."
Looking for something fun this spring? 70 movies, concerts, exhibits and more
The season promises noteworthy concerts, blockbuster movies, curious oddities, world dance premieres and inspirational artworks.
Ask Amy: Adults' anger leads to kids' tears
Argument between two brothers trickles down to the children.
9 free things to do in the Twin Cities this week
Egg hunts are the activity of the week, along with a flower show and juried art exhibition.
BLOGS + COLUMNISTS
Laura Yuen
Yuen: He donated his sperm to friends. Now he wants to be dad to the 5-year-old.
A sperm donor's paternity case could have statewide ramifications for same-sex couples and other families who rely on assisted reproduction.
Chip Scoggins
Scoggins: Cory Provus getting ready for 'biggest challenge' of career
Cory Provus grew up with a mission to become a broadcaster in order to live out his love of sports. A new challenge awaits him with the Twins in 2024.
Eat & Drink
Can you handle a 22-course Italian tasting menu? Travail thinks so
All-in-one guide to Easter brunch, buffets, takeout and carrot cakes
Slice Brothers Pizza opens Watch Bar in downtown St. Paul, and more restaurant news
Checking the stats for A Bar of Their Own sports bar in Minneapolis
Home & Garden
Rare south Minneapolis geodesic home lists for $599,000
Maximalist puts hobbies front and center of colorful Minneapolis home decor
Minneapolis man transforms dusty basement into heirloom-filled 'speakeasy'
Home listings: What $439,900 buys you in the Twin Cities area
Music
This Suburbs guitarist is all over the Twin Cities music scene, especially at Icehouse in April
Dance-music festival will be the first concert at Allianz Field in St. Paul
St. Paul's popular (and still free!) Lowertown Sounds concert series announces 2024 lineup
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Celebs
No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney
Bob Uecker, 90, expected to broadcast Brewers' home opener vs. Twins, but workload the rest of season is uncertain
Beyoncé shares 'Cowboy Carter' track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson
Illinois Supreme Court to hear actor Jussie Smollett appeal of conviction for staging racist attack
Movies
Review: Who you gonna call? 'Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire'
Review: 'Immaculate' is a modern horror flick with ironic wit
Review: 'One Life' cracks open true human goodness
The 12 best things to do and see in the Twin Cities this week
Inspired
Artists offer ideas for improving the health care system
Rochester author Harriet Hodgson on grief: 'Death will be the loser. Life will be the winner.'
How you can help
What's holding Minnesota kids' attention these days? Surprise, it's chess.
Taste
A dozen ways to devil your eggs
Move over, Bloody Mary — it's time for a Bunny Mary
Can you handle a 22-course Italian tasting menu? Travail thinks so
A Minnesota chef trusted these kids to cater his wedding
Health
Arne Carlson: Why wasn't public told sooner about Stillwater PFAS contamination?
Four years on, the mysteries of COVID-19 are unraveling
Can apple a day really keep the doctor away?
Supreme Court seems likely to preserve access to the abortion medication mifepristone
Style
Ali shops. Ali edits. Ali influences. What doesn't Twin Cities media maven Allison Kaplan do?
Becerra's big challenge: Vaccinating Americans against virus
Quinta Brunson, Ayo Edebiri and Rhea Seehorn light up the Emmy Awards silver carpet
What's behind the Stanley cup craze?
TV & Media
Julia Duffy tapped into her Minnesota roots to play snooty socialite in 'Palm Royale'
TV review: '3 Body Problem' lives up to out-of-this world expectations
What to watch: Minnesota farmer shares her battle with alcoholism in PBS documentary, 'Greener Pastures'
Review: Jerrod Carmichael offers up TV's most authentic reality show
Travel
On the world's largest cruise ship, thrills and space to chill
Charming Ojai is Hollywood's playground for a reason
Airfare alert: Minneapolis to Dublin in May, from $476
8 lessons our reporter learned about visiting Japan
Stage & Arts
'The Lion King' roars back to its first Pride Rock at Minneapolis' Orpheum Theatre
Looking for something fun this spring? 70 movies, concerts, exhibits and more
Review: History Theatre's 'A Unique Assignment' salutes a Minnesotan hero in a segregation riot
Richard Serra, who recast sculpture on a massive scale, dies at 85
Books
You call those 'great American novels?' Where's Harper Lee? Beverly Cleary? Edward P. Jones?
Duluth's Leif Enger returns with stunning novel 'I Cheerfully Refuse'
'Gentleman in Moscow' writer Amor Towles' new book could be his best yet.
'Groundhog Day' meets 'Bridget Jones's Diary' in comic novel about a woman with too many husbands
More Stories
Lydia Millet celebrates family and our green world in 'We Loved It All'
NONFICTION: An acclaimed novelist shares scientific and personal concerns.
4 great new burgers to try in the Twin Cities this spring
Thick and spicy, thin and crispy, Juicy Lucy — even beefed-up beefy: These burger bites are next level.
Review: Olivia Rodrigo gets breathless with 'So American'
Alicia Keys drops a Broadway showstopper while Gary Clark Jr. teams with Stevie Wonder.
Arne Carlson: Why wasn't public told sooner about Stillwater PFAS contamination?
The former governor says the delay in notifying residents about the contamination is "stunning," and calls on government officials to act.
Richard Serra, who recast sculpture on a massive scale, dies at 85
Many people in the art world urged Serra to stop making sculpture after a rigger was crushed to death in 1975 when one plate of a piece being installed at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis accidentally came loose.