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Trylon remodeling is a really big deal for the Minneapolis repertory movie house
The moviehouse's remodeling nearly doubles its space and adds fancy touches.
Songwriter Dan Wilson covers his 'Re-Covered' hits with Adele, Dixie Chicks, Taylor Swift
A song-by-song guide to the Semisonic frontman's newly rerecorded collaborations with Adele, Dixie Chicks, Taylor Swift and more.
'Prairie Home' announces October guests Chris Stapleton, Randy Newman, Margo Price
The second season under Chris Thile's watch will kick off with three impressively stacked tapings.
Topgolf closes Twin Cities land deal for glitzy, high-tech all-season center
The site of a Regal Cinema theater in Brooklyn Center will be turned into a glitzy, high-tech all-season golf center that's expected to open next year and employ several hundred people.
New Bockley Gallery show reflects history of American Indians in south Minneapolis
Artist Edgar Heap of Birds incorporates local history for his solo exhibition at Bockley Gallery.
Eat & drink insider
7 great ways to celebrate FinnFest in Minnesota
MSP climbs into top 10 'mega airports' in ranking of passenger satisfaction
That's up from 17th a year ago and well above the average satisfaction rating, a market research firm found.
'Kingsman' sequel turns into a reign of boredom
REVIEW: Too long and poorly executed, "Kingsman: The Golden Circle" tests viewers' patience.
Superb Ben Stiller channels his inner adult in a subtle study of midlife crisis
REVIEW: In "Brad's Status," Ben Stiller sheds his goofy persona for a moving portrait of angst.
Babes in Toyland return by request
Dave Grohl called on the Minneapolis trio, sparking Friday's hometown show.
Twin Cities concerts of the week: Spoon, Thundercat, Gorillaz, Rhiannon Giddens
Your guide to the Twin Cities' must-see shows.
Jake Gyllenhaal makes terrorism personal with a stirring star turn in 'Stronger'
REVIEW: The Boston Marathon bombing story has a harrowing arc.
Pillsbury House Theatre's '[Almost Equal To]' illustrates economic insecurity
Regional premiere of Swedish playwright's "[Almost Equal To]" at Pillsbury House taps into global financial insecurity.
Twin Cities' 5 must-see art shows this weekend
Shana Tova! Go see some art. Don't make me tell you again . . .
UK: Tate to reunite Picasso nudes for first time since 1932
An exhibition at London's Tate Modern will reunite three Picasso nudes painted days apart but not displayed together for almost a century, the gallery said Thursday.
Hax: Be gracious, not expedient toward ex
Ask Amy: Parents' relationship goes to the puppy
BLOGS + COLUMNISTS
Artcetera
Twin Cities' 5 must-see art shows this weekend
Shana Tova! Go see some art. Don't make me tell you again . . .
Table Talk
One of Uptown's largest restaurants closing to make way for new Pourhouse
Coup d'Etat will shutter its doors on Oct. 1, setting the stage for a new Pourhouse.
Eat & Drink
Why not local wines on Minnesota restaurant menus?
New 'hidden' Japanese whiskey bar opens above Kado No Mise in North Loop
Dinkytown's Al's Breakfast now serving dinner, late-night menu on weekends
One of Uptown's largest restaurants closing to make way for new Pourhouse
Home & Garden
Model spaces: Here's what caught our eye at the Parade of Homes
Harry Potter decor from Pottery Barn will transform your home into Hogwarts
Trees to plant now – advice from a forestry expert
Winter finch forecast from Canadian birder
Music
Songwriter Dan Wilson covers his 'Re-Covered' hits with Adele, Dixie Chicks, Taylor Swift
Kiss members reunite in all-star concert to send hurricane relief from St. Paul
'Prairie Home' announces October guests Chris Stapleton, Randy Newman, Margo Price
Twin Cities concerts of the week: The Weeknd, Jimmy Webb, Glass Animals, Black Sabbath tributes
Celebs
Ryan Gosling to host 'SNL' premiere with Jay-Z musical guest
Kiss members Gene Simmons, Ace Frehley reunite on stage
Spicer admits 'mistakes' as press secretary, but says he never lied
Businessman put on notice after rant against Kathy Griffin
Movies
Trylon remodeling is a really big deal for the Minneapolis repertory movie house
Superb Ben Stiller channels his inner adult in a subtle study of midlife crisis
'Kingsman' sequel turns into a reign of boredom
Jake Gyllenhaal makes terrorism personal with a stirring star turn in 'Stronger'
Health
Flint's lead-poisoned water harmed fetuses
Two Legionnaires' cases reported at Maple Grove care facility
Opioid crisis is so bad it's cutting into life expectancy
App ships affordable birth control – no doctor's visit needed
Taste
Making homemade apple strudel calls for some bare-knuckle baking
Spark up a variety of dishes with fennel
Start your ovens: Holiday cookie contest opens at Star Tribune
One of Uptown's largest restaurants closing to make way for new Pourhouse
Style
How Crocs made a mighty comeback to be cool again
Counterfeit Yeezys and other hot sneakers gain footing on black market
Scene + Heard: Avant Garden at Walker Art Center
Missouri couple gets an engagement redo on 'Jimmy Kimmel'
TV & Media
'Star Trek: Discovery' continues familiar mission: comforting earthlings
'Vietnam War' director Ken Burns keeps returning to Minnesota
Jimmy Kimmel tackles TrumpCare, says Sen. Cassidy 'lied right to my face'
Neal Justin's TV picks for Sept. 22-24 – 'Transparent,' Johnny Paycheck, Oprah Winfrey, Lady Gaga
Travel
High on Rome: Walking tours await in Italy's ancient city
Midwest Traveler: Seeing red in Wisconsin cranberry country
Mother Nature wreaks havoc on our favorite vacation spots
MSP climbs into top 10 'mega airports' in ranking of passenger satisfaction
Stage & Arts
![Randy Reyes, Paul de Cordova, Jay Eisenberg, Tracey Maloney and Sun Mee Chomet in “[Almost Equal To].”](http://stmedia.stimg.co/ows_150601126834067.jpg?fit=crop&crop=faces)
Pillsbury House Theatre's '[Almost Equal To]' illustrates economic insecurity
New Bockley Gallery show reflects history of American Indians in south Minneapolis
'Disney's Aladdin' at Orpheum is interrupted mid-show by technical issues
'Disney's Aladdin' launches Broadway season in Mpls. with verve and pizazz
Books
Review: 'This Blessed Earth,' by Ted Genoways
Review: 'The Rise and Fall of Adam and Eve,' by Stephen Greenblatt
NONFICTION: "Fantasyland," by Kurt Andersen
Review: 'The Ninth Hour,' by Alice McDermott
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