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St. John's University alum named Rhodes scholar, only 2nd time in school history
Jervon Sands plans to study environmental change at Oxford and then tackle the climate crisis in his native Bahamas.
St. Cloud State president to step down amid friction over budget cuts, layoffs
Robbyn Wacker, the university's first female president, will step down in June.
New Minnesota deer hunters group wants changes in wolf politics
With meetings across the north, Hunters For Hunters seeks to amplify voices of people who believe Minnesota's wolf population is a problem going unaddressed.
St. Cloud library system tackles record number of requests to ban, move books
The board approved an updated policy after challenges over "obscene" books.
A 'moose on the loose' in central Minnesota draws thousands of fans
A Facebook group has been following the young male, hoping he would successfully make it across I-94.
Hutchinson grinds out victory over Rocori, wins Class 4A championship
The winning touchdown was scored in the final six minutes on a 15-play drive.
Families collect Christmas trees and enjoy activities at B&J Evergreen
The tree farm featured cut-your-own Christmas tree, pet a camel in the petting zoo, sing Christmas carols on a horse drawn wagon through the fields of Christmas trees and many other family activities in Clear Lake.
Avon woman dies in rural Stearns County crash
Officials said Susan Lemke lost control of her vehicle on frost-covered roads and hit a truck head-on.
Central Minnesota vehicle seller put on probation, faces hefty restitution bill for dodging taxes
In total, his tax bill adds up to more than $222,000, when including penalties and interest.
Minnesota State system demands cautious approach for St. Cloud State online programs
The system will allow the university to launch three of 11 programs through a controversial for-profit company.
Horse massage teacher from Becker sues Minnesota over requirement she obtain a license
In the federal lawsuit, Leda Mox says the mandated licensure process violates her constitutional right to free speech in teaching the practice of horse massage.
'I could have lived a normal life': Minnesota child abuse victim says protection system failed her
There were 41 reports of abuse and neglect involving Jayma Lawson and her two siblings between 2004 and 2021. Just seven led to investigations. More than half resulted in no action or were referred to a controversial alternative pathway in the Minnesota child protection system.
Twin Cities woman sentenced to probation for vandalizing St. Cloud mosque
The 26-year-old told police she and a man found a 'spooky' building and decided to go inside, court documents say.
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Anderson: Hunting in pink is legal, but makes some women see red
The bill legalizing pink clothing was authored by a man who 'thought it might help' attract more women to hunt. Among others, Rep. Jamie Becker-Finn, a hunter, was offended by the idea. And the gear can be hard to find, too.
Q&A: Minnesota author Douglas Wood finds joy in 'theater of the wild'
In a new memoir, St. Cloud-area author and illustrator Douglas Wood writes about his challenges as a youth and nature's enduring refuge.
Pickup driver loses control in wintry conditions, dies in crash with large truck near Elk River
The collision occurred Wednesday morning on Hwy. 169.
Hooray for bold coaching! Inside two decisions with state titles at stake
Football Across Minnesota: Props to Chanhassen's Cullen Nelson and Edina's Jason Potts for going for the win at the Prep Bowl instead of playing conservatively — like another coach did at U.S. Bank Stadium.
Image released of vehicle involved in hit-and-run that killed central Minnesota doctor
The driver has yet to be located two weeks after the incident.
