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University of Minnesota professor's book investigates shocking medical research abuse
NONFICTION: Speaking with fellow whistleblowers, bioethicist Carl Elliott learned about the loneliness and frustration of calling attention to wrongdoing.
Can you spot the pop culture references in these Adam Turman paintings?
The prolific artist has a new exhibit at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. Yes, Paul Bunyan and Babe make an appearance.
Minnesota music community mourns producer Steve Albini, who brought Nirvana here
Low's Alan Sparhawk, Pachyderm Studio and First Ave paid tribute to the Chicago punk legend following his unexpected death Tuesday.
25 Mother's Day brunches in the Twin Cities that will dazzle mom
It's a list tailor-made for every mom, with dinners, brunches, high tea and even a spa day sans kids.
Sip these 11 wheat beers all spring and summer long
The grain makes these beers light in body yet rich in texture, making it perfect for patios, the lake — or pretty much anything.
Eat & drink insider
Scene Makers Q+A: Rochester store owners head up Winona's Mid West Music Fest this weekend
Maggie Panetta and Nate Nelson of Treedome discuss hosting 60-some bands and why Minnesota's smaller cities are so cool.
Prince's 'Purple Rain' coat to be displayed for free at Minnesota History Center
It's part of a parade of things to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Minneapolis icon's movie.
TV review: Indigo Girls get joy from their music, and Minnesota, in new documentary
Amy Ray and Emily Saliers reflect on their career and impact.
Cheesy chicken enchilada casserole spices up dinner
Inspired by the flavors of enchiladas verdes, this easy one-pan meal is sure to become a family favorite.
Birdhouses don't attract most birds
It's nesting season, and as much as we'd like to help, most birds will never use any kind of birdhouse.
These 12 home designs by Minnesota architects are winners in Home of the Month contest
The 2024-2025 AIA Star Tribune Home of the Month winners include a northern cabin, a net-zero new build and a modest addition.
4 easy side dishes for your Mother's Day celebration
Whether your meal is egg dishes or grilled pork chops, these salads and vegetable sides add star power to the occasion.
Peter Macon goes from North High School to Emmy Award to 'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes'
Using motion-capture technology, the actor appears as a wise orangutan in "Kingdom."
Review: Season 2 of 'Interview With the Vampire' blends intrigue, comedy and a gripping timeline
Season 2 of AMC series understands how to build emotional stakes.
This ancient tree is one of the oldest in Minnesota. The warming climate might kill it.
The Legacy Tree, a northern white cedar, has withstood dozens of windstorms, endured drought, dodged fires and even escaped the lumber mill, which leveled the surrounding forest. It is a bridge to Minnesota's past — but it may not survive Minnesota's future climate.
Ask Amy: Mom's former home occupies the family
Well-being relatives need to accept the fact that the house has a new owner.
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights for May 9-15 include Kamasi Washington, Megan Thee Stallion, Trey Anastasio, Teezo Touchdown and Minnesota Tango Music Festival.
Groundbreaking Minneapolis restaurant Saffron is coming back
Chef/co-owner Sameh Wadi says he's ready to revive the critically acclaimed Middle Eastern eatery that closed in 2016.
BLOGS + COLUMNISTS
Laura Yuen
Yuen: Before she became known as Joe Mauer's mom, Teresa Mauer was a standout athlete
She came of age during the infancy of girls' prep sports in Minnesota and later raised three baseball stars of her own, including this year's Baseball Hall of Fame inductee.
James Lileks
Lileks: What are coyotes good for? Urine for a surprise
Gardeners know a secret we don't.
Eat & Drink
Groundbreaking Minneapolis restaurant Saffron is coming back
El Sazon bringing its Mexican magic to Stillwater, and more restaurant news
Old new burger alert: Edina's Convention Grill is back
Sip these 11 wheat beers all spring and summer long
Home & Garden
These 12 home designs by Minnesota architects are winners in Home of the Month contest
Home of the Month is a restorative Wisconsin retreat that also restores the land
Home listings: What $275,000 buys you in the Twin Cities area
Gophers football coach P.J. Fleck lists 'resort-style' Edina home for $3.9 million
Music
Minnesota music community mourns producer Steve Albini, who brought Nirvana here
Scene Makers Q+A: Rochester store owners head up Winona's Mid West Music Fest this weekend
The Big Gigs: 10 best concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Live Nation is offering $25 tickets to 65 Twin Cities concerts
Celebs
Justin Bieber and Hailey Bieber are expecting a baby, renew their vows
Minnesota music community mourns producer Steve Albini, who brought Nirvana here
Judge finds Beach Boys' Brian Wilson needs conservatorship because of mental decline
Harvey Weinstein won't be sent back to California while he awaits New York rape retrial
Movies
Review: 'The Fall Guy' gets a lift from the charisma and humor of Ryan Gosling
Review: Anne Hathaway is radiant in the coming-of-middle-age 'The Idea of You'
Review: Zendaya holds the key to tricky relationship drama 'Challengers'
Review: Depicting a divided nation, brutal 'Civil War' feels disturbingly real
News
A tale of two Lake Streets: One recovering, one frozen in 2020
What Trump promised oil CEOs as he asked them to steer $1 billion to his campaign
Trump attorney and Stormy Daniels trade barbs during questions about alleged 2006 sexual encounter
Minnesota Senate passes new penalties for gun straw buyers, bans binary triggers
Taste
4 easy side dishes for your Mother's Day celebration
Sip these 11 wheat beers all spring and summer long
El Sazon bringing its Mexican magic to Stillwater, and more restaurant news
Groundbreaking Minneapolis restaurant Saffron is coming back
Health
University of Minnesota professor's book investigates shocking medical research abuse
Minnesota lawmakers look to ban 'excited delirium' training for police
Brooks: No funding, no lab, no problem for dogged University of Minnesota student inventors
No sign of widespread lead exposure from Maui wildfires, Hawaii health officials say
Style
Black Fashion Week Minnesota shines a light on local talent
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan hits the runway at Native Nations Fashion Night
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?
TV & Media
Review: Season 2 of 'Interview With the Vampire' blends intrigue, comedy and a gripping timeline
TV review: Indigo Girls get joy from their music, and Minnesota, in new documentary
North High teacher who resurrected dance program gets surprise visit from 'GMA'
Neal Justin: 'Hacks' is TV's best buddy sitcom
Travel
How my family aced our first-time trip to New York City
9 reasons you won't recognize Las Vegas on your next trip
Dining with altitude: Top-floor restaurants give new meaning to 'high roller' in Las Vegas
Fast horses, bourbon, boutiques and even castles are found in one Kentucky county
Stage & Arts
Review: Ten Thousand Things' 'Spitfire Grill' crackles in minimalist staging
Guthrie's 'Skeleton Crew' reveals the pain and resilience of auto plant workers during the foreclosure crisis
Review: 'Blended Harmony' at History Theatre shines light on Minnesota's Kim Loo Sisters with style
Review: 'Flex' brings hoops and dreams to life at Penumbra Theatre
Books
Minnesota Book Awards go to Mona Susan Power, Shannon Gibney and Emma Torzs
Pulitzer Prize winner Hernan Diaz, Oscar-anointed Percival Everett and bestseller Rebecca Makkai coming to Hopkins for Pen Pals
Stretching from WW II to the present, Claire Messud's new novel is a 'masterpiece'
Minneapolis writer Gretchen Anthony's novel peaks when its 'Tired Ladies Take a Stand'
More Stories
Minnesota lawmakers look to ban 'excited delirium' training for police
The mention of the term during the George Floyd murder case and other high-profile police encounters has accelerated the debate over its legitimacy.
Expect clearer air this summer in Minnesota, thanks to a milder wildfire season
Wildfires may still bring some smoke, but not nearly as much as 2023, forecasters said.
Billionaires sue L.A. for right to demolish Marilyn Monroe's house
Couple bought the Spanish Colonial-style home last summer for $8.35 million and immediately laid out plans to raze it.
America's appetite for McMansions is devouring modern architecture
Chris Pratt's demolition of a classic midcentury California home is part of a larger trend: buy a house, tear it down, build bigger.
Twin Cities restaurant chain owner charged in Dakota County with dodging $260K in taxes
Claudia Gutierrez Mendez, who runs three Hamburguesas El Gordo restaurants, faces charges that she filed false tax returns.