science
In a rocky corner of Minnesota, botanists race to save imperiled cactus
The future of Minnesota's ball cactuses relies on the survival of a young group near an active granite quarry.
Hackers exploited flaw in Eden Prairie firm's software in record year for ransomware attacks
Fortra software hack and that of a Massachusetts firm that struck the Minnesota Department of Education and UnitedHealthcare resulted in millions of compromised records.
Fitness trackers bring out the competitive spirit in Minnesotans
From fitness studios to senior living communities, wearable technology has enabled a new generation of fitness enthusiasts to not only track their performance but also see how they measure up against others.
Local
Duluth roads reopen after weekend flooding as rain continues
$10K grants to help 40 female nonprofit leaders combat burnout, courtesy of Women's Foundation
Police say hallucinogenic drugs suspected factor in double murder-suicide in Roseville apartment
Plea negotiations ongoing in Minneapolis crash that killed 5
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Sports
Buxton out? Lewis in? Projecting the Twins' 26-man playoff roster
Vikings blitzed Herbert on 86% of his pass attempts — he made them pay
Souhan: Kepler hit bottom, and here's why the Twins kept the faith
Cousins, O'Connell weren't on the same page Sunday
Business
There's room for a pet in your heart, but is there room in your budget?
Hackers exploited flaw in Eden Prairie firm's software in record year for ransomware attacks
Fitness trackers bring out the competitive spirit in Minnesotans
Ramstad: Delta's change to SkyMiles fixes a business problem and hurts a lot of us
Opinion
Watchdog reporting revealed Walz's hiring error
U's breach suggests too much data is being collected
Editorial cartoon: Are you sure COVID's back?
Readers Write: Medical interpreters, China, government shutdown, feedlots, the Vikings
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Snakes' extreme metabolic feats may yield human treatments
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Its habitat decimated, this charismatic Minnesota bird is dancing on the edge of oblivion
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This butterfly disappeared from Minnesota. Biologists now fight to save the last few in the world
Variety
If Sinclair Lewis isn't the best Minnesota author, who is?
Review: Early '00s nostalgia shines bright in impressive Postal Service, Death Cab twofer
What's up with the 'JewBelong' billboards in the Twin Cities?
Review: Ananya's 'Michhil Amra' makes a bold connection between movement and social movements
Latest Columns
Evan Ramstad
Ramstad: In NFL stadiums, teams now watch fans more than fans watch games
The Vikings tailor their in-stadium experience on insights from a new breed of data firms that study crowds.
Dennis Anderson
Anderson: North Woods researchers look to Indigenous techniques to fight fire with fire
At the University of Minnesota's Cloquet Forestry Center, ancient uses of fire by Indigenous people and its many benefits are being researched.
Laura Yuen
Yuen: Cellphones in schools? Minneapolis should look to Florida — yes, Florida — for the answer
If we care about kids, we should help teachers do their job. Minneapolis Public Schools, are you listening?
Politics
7 candidates have qualified for the 2nd Republican presidential debate. Here's who missed the cut
Trump argues First Amendment protects him from 'insurrection' cases aimed at keeping him off ballot
'We got this wrong': Walz takes responsibility for cannabis director debacle
Court appointee proposes Alabama congressional districts to provide representation to Black voters
Nation
Leaf-peeping influencers are clogging a Vermont backroad. The town is closing it
After summer's extreme weather, more Americans see climate change as a culprit, AP-NORC poll shows
Wisconsin state Senate's chief clerk resigns following undisclosed allegation
New book alleges Trump's ex-chief of staff's suits smelled 'like a bonfire' from burning papers
World
Philippine coast guard says it removed barrier placed by China's coast guard in disputed shoal
London police call for backup as armed officers lay down guns after colleague charged with murder
Blast in Nagorno-Karabakh injures more than 200 as thousands flee to Armenia, local official says
Six young activists devote years to climate fight with 32 governments. Now comes their day in court
Curious Minnesota
How did Kid Cann become Minneapolis' most infamous gangster?
Why is it that Minnesotans will 'give you directions to anywhere but their home'?
Ask a question now: What are you curious about, Minnesota?
How did Minnesota become a hub for Hmong people?
Celebs
David McCallum, star of hit TV series 'The Man From U.N.C.L.E.' and 'NCIS,' dies at 90
UK police open sexual offenses investigation after allegations about Russell Brand
Taylor Swift turns out to see Travis Kelce, Kansas City Chiefs play Chicago Bears
Usher to headline the 2024 Super Bowl halftime show in Las Vegas
Inspired
Edina teens create free app that lets kids track their emotions
Minneapolis designer and former 'Project Runway' contestant fights fast fashion
Temporary losses, permanent gains: Wayzata football star beats cancer
Fourth Precinct Inspector Charlie Adams honored as 'gold standard' of community policing
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Flamingos in Wisconsin? Tropical birds visit Lake Michigan beach in a first for the northern state
Five flamingos that showed up in Wisconsin to wade along a Lake Michigan beach attracted a big crowd of onlookers eager to see the unusual visitors venturing far from their usual tropical setting.
Edina teens create free app that lets kids track their emotions
Users of Taara Verma's Feel Now get a reminder each day to log their moods.
Xcel Energy receives $70M federal grant for long-lasting grid battery in Becker
The grant from the U.S. Department of Energy will split between the project in Becker and one in Colorado, which are Xcel's largest markets.
Minnesota regulators vote to move forward the third large Xcel solar project in Becker
The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission approved the land acquisition and other details for the project.
Wait until 2040 to close trash incinerator? Hennepin County leaders, activists want shorter timeline
A new report outlines the challenges of closing the Hennepin Energy Recovery Center, but frustrates those who say the incinerator is harming people and the environment.
Minneapolis receives $8 million in federal funds to remove infested ash trees
The funding will be directed toward low-income property owners and those living in environmental justice neighborhoods.
In the Land of 10,000 Lakes, corn harvest will be diminished by drought, hot summer
Minnesota corn yields — including bushels-per-acre — have dramatically increased over the decades, but low rainfall will still lessen this year's harvest.
State Science Fair and Science Bowl programs safe for another year, but future remains uncertain
The Minnesota Academy of Science secured $100,000 in new donations and pledges to support the programs for another year.
Battle over electric vehicles is central to auto strike
A battle between Detroit carmakers and the United Auto Workers union, which escalated Friday with targeted strikes in three locations, is unfolding amid a once-in-a-century…
Group gets $10M to plant thousands of trees to cool urban heat islands in Minnesota
Federal grant to Great River Greening will finance planting nearly 14,000 trees over the next five years.