US officials dispute Trump's claim that Beirut was attacked

President Donald Trump offered condolences to the victims and said the United States stood ready to assist Lebanon. “It looks like a terrible attack,” he said.

— Chris Kleponis, Pool/ABACA/TNS

U.S. officials said Wednesday there is no indication the massive explosion in Lebanon that killed at least 100 people was an attack, contradicting President Donald Trump who said American generals told him it was likely caused by a bomb.

Minnesota's COVID-19 case growth now standing out

Tony Jaros River Garden owner Dan Jaros poured a "Greeney," the establishment's signature drink, Wednesday night. ] aaron.lavinsky@startribune.com Min

Minnesota and other northern states are reporting more growth in cases over the past two weeks than hard-hit Southern and Western states.

Commission to take pivotal vote on Minneapolis plan to remake police

Minneapolis police recruits at a class in 2017.

The Charter Commission could block the City Council's proposal from getting on this year's ballot.

Hennepin County won't file charges against Brooklyn Center officers in fatal 2019 shooting

Hennepin County Attorney Mike Freeman says officers used de-escalation tactics before deadly force.

Minneapolis City Council president says her home was vandalized

Minneapolis City Council President Lisa Bender, shown in 2018.

Tensions have been high as the city weighs the future of the Police Department.

Push is on to solve deaths of 3 infants found in Mississippi River years ago

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Authorities start fundraising effort in hopes of identifying the newborns, located from 1999 to 2007.

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Listen: When you flush a toilet in the Twin Cities, where does everything go?

Most maps of the Twin Cities feature highways and bridges that connect our region. Few show another grid that is even more crucial to daily life. It transports poop, not people.

Report: Texas Tech players describe 'toxic culture' under former U coach Stollings

The former Gophers women's basketball coach is the subject of an report published by USA Today headlined: "Texas Tech women's basketball players describe toxic culture: 'Fear, anxiety and depression.'"

Destroyed in riots, Gandhi Mahal finds new home in former Chef Shack Ranch

The restaurant's owner famously said, 'Let my building burn.'

U cornerback in key role as 1,000 Big Ten athletes seek COVID protections

The College Athlete Unity group called for more protective measures for playing during the pandemic. Gophers football player Benjamin St. Juste is among the organizers.

Folks rush to help after pitbull found tied to tree, with mouth wired shut

Humane Society of the United States offered a $5,000 reward for tips that might lead authorities to those who left Riptide for dead.

Police investigate drone that flew over Target Field, delaying Twins game

The game resumed after eight minutes without incident, but the matter is being taken seriously by police and Major League Baseball. "Definitely a 2020 moment right there," manager Rocco Baldelli said.

State laws limit Minneapolis' ability to eliminate officers

The analysis by the City Attorney's Office was recently released ahead of a key vote scheduled for Wednesday on a police charter amendment.

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