Why didn't Minneapolis and St. Paul ever merge?

It was once considered "manifest destiny" that the two cities would become one.

Did a Nazi sympathizer once represent Minnesota in the U.S. Senate?

Ernest Lundeen's long career in Minnesota politics culminated in a fight to stay out of World War II — and came to a tragic conclusion.

Review: 'The Abyss,' by Max Hastings

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Who was Hennepin and why did Minnesota name so many things after him?

The 17th century Catholic priest spent a short time in Minnesota, but left a long legacy.

Was Charles Lindbergh a Nazi sympathizer?

The Minnesota native drew controversy for his remarks and actions preceding America's intervention in World War II.

John Thompson survived his farm accident 30 years ago. Surviving his fame has proven harder

He doesn't dwell on what happened to him; his attitude is that stuff happens, you move on. But he's hoping for better times — maybe in Minneapolis.

John Thompson survived his farm accident 30 years ago. Surviving his fame has proven harder

Why isn't Minnesota's sacrifice at Gettysburg better remembered?

Dozens of Minnesota soldiers charged to their deaths in one of the Civil War's most important battles, helping deliver a victory for the Union Army.

Review: 'Travels With George,' By Nathaniel Philbrick

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Five injured in early morning house explosion in Cambridge

"The fact that anyone walked out of it is miraculous."