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Minnesota State names two finalists who could lead St. Cloud State through cuts, layoffs
SCSU President Robbyn Wacker announced last fall she is stepping down in June after six years at the helm.
St. Cloud looks to land space shuttle for its downtown
The owner of a full-size orbiter replica, who lives in St. Cloud, needs to move the shuttle from Florida ASAP.
Soldier in St. Cloud woman's smuggling ring admits role in trafficking drugs from El Chapo's cartel
The ringleader has also pleaded guilty. Her father also participated in the enterprise along with other Minnesotans.
Wild sign St. Cloud State defenseman and 2021 Mr. Hockey winner
The Wild signed St. Cloud State defenseman Jack Peart to a three-year, entry-level contract that begins next season.
Minnesotan Daisy Kent ends 'Bachelor' alone — but on her own terms
The 25-year-old won't become "The Bachelorette," instead focusing on "the things I love and the people I love."
A new law restores voting for the formerly incarcerated. Minnesota is spreading the word in prisons.
State officials estimate the change will affect 55,000 people.
Paying overdue tribute to his grandmother, a Minnesota farmer recarves family history
Man honors hardworking women on family gravestone.
Sartell student recovering after possible opioid overdose from vape
A school resource officer administered naloxone to the male high school student on Thursday, police say.
Since 1980s, Brainerd man has taught his dogs to get beers from the fridge
Kris Scheller has earned many TV appearances with a series of black Labs, all named Sport.
Republican wins election to replace Kurt Daudt in Minnesota House
Daudt left midway through his term before moving into a full-time role at Stateside Associates, a government affairs consulting firm.
Annandale sisters, born deaf, win contest with cochlear implant idea
Abigail and Zoey Voigt will travel to Austria this summer after winning a contest on proposed improvements to their cochlear implants.
State: Walleyes caught on Mille Lacs can't be kept until August
Walleye bag limits on two of Minnesota's most popular lakes have been cut back this year, including no keepers on Mille Lacs until at least mid-August.
Investigators rule out Tesla driver as suspect in hit-and-run that killed Mille Lacs doctor
The man was driving a Tesla X in the area around the time of the crash but has now been ruled out as a suspect.
Local
Why all Hennepin County residents' trash bills went up
Couple found shot to death in vehicle in Blaine
Legislative auditor: State firefighter training board violated 'significant' financial documentation requirements
Warrant: Stolen ruby slippers were buried in suspect's backyard for seven years
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Sports
Nelson helps extend U's season with two late goals to beat Nebraska Omaha 3-2
Twins open season with 4-1 victory over Royals
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Wild score twice in third period to polish off pesky Sharks 3-1
Business
It's a tough time to be a food startup. How Minnesota brands hope to reach the next level.
Taylor says Wolves, Lynx 'no longer for sale' as owners feud over deal
Mall of America sues Sugar Factory for more than $2M in unpaid rent
Minnesota carnival operator ordered to pay $210K in back wages for breaking H-2B visa laws
Opinion
Legalize sports betting in Minnesota
Raising the retirement age won't help anyone
Editorial cartoon: U.S. Supreme Court (family planning clinic)
Readers Write: Trump's Bibles, NBC News, environmental permitting, nuclear power, Ramadan
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Variety
Former Minnesotan's book offers lessons in cooking, writing and adventure
Parking ramps are ugly — but we need more of them in downtown Minneapolis
This Suburbs guitarist is all over the Twin Cities music scene, especially at Icehouse in April
From Minnesota to Broadway: Here are 7 shows that launched in the land of 10,000 lights
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Jim Souhan
Souhan: Injury-plagued Twins opener still offers some reassurance
The Twins may have lost two players in one game, but it's the pair who didn't miss a beat that should offer injury-paranoid fans some relief.
Patrick Reusse
Reusse: Taylor on sale for Wolves, Lynx falling through: 'It's business'
"Everyone has the right to bring in the lawyers," Glen Taylor said after Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez didn't hit deadlines to complete the purchase of the Timberwolves and Lynx.
Patrick Reusse
Got time for a tale? Reusse muses on Mankato, Winona, West Texas and St. Thomas
An NCAA Division II semifinal game in men's basketball has a lot of ties to Minnesota powerhouse teams.
James Lileks
Parking ramps are ugly — but we need more of them in downtown Minneapolis
What if any new ramp could be designed to enhance the city, not just store cars?
Politics
Minnesota's 'archaic' tech wastes critical caseworker time, counties say
House Republicans invite President Biden to testify at public hearing as impeachment inquiry stalls
Minnesota Legislature considers these 5 cannabis law changes
House Speaker Mike Johnson will send Mayorkas impeachment to the Senate next month
Nation
US changes how it categorizes people by race and ethnicity. It's the first revision in 27 years
Suspect charged with murder, attempted murder in deadly Rockford rampage
Fallen crypto mogul Sam Bankman-Fried sentenced to 25 years in prison
Trump backers try again to recall Wisconsin GOP Assembly speaker as first effort stalls
World
Haiti now needs up to 5,000 police to help tackle `catastrophic' gang violence , UN expert says
Norwegians facing a shortage as Easter nears are hoarding eggs from neighboring Sweden
Rio de Janeiro declares a dengue health emergency days ahead of Carnival
Russian veto brings an end to the UN panel that monitors North Korea nuclear sanctions
Curious Minnesota
What's the story behind Duluth's Aerial Lift Bridge?
Skid-steers, Softsoap and Nerf: 8 more Minnesota inventions that changed the world
Introducing the Curious Minnesota Collection. Every question we've answered — now in one place
Why does Maplewood have such an odd shape?
Celebs
Joe Mauer makes brief appearance on 'The Kelly Clarkson Show'
No police charges for Taylor Swift's dad over paparazzi incident in Sydney
Bob Uecker, 90, expected to broadcast Brewers' home opener vs. Twins, but workload the rest of season is uncertain
Beyoncé shares 'Cowboy Carter' track list ahead of album, mentions Dolly Parton and Willie Nelson
Inspired
Artists offer ideas for improving the health care system
Rochester author Harriet Hodgson on grief: 'Death will be the loser. Life will be the winner.'
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Weather doesn't change message to Minnesota snowmobilers: Season is over
Late snow raises idea of late-season riding, but state group and DNR say safety, impact and trail rules take precedent.
Minnesota's graduation rates dipped. Look up how your school performed.
Graduation rates dipped slightly for Black, Asian, Latino students and students learning English. Look up your school's results.
Twin Cities rocker Brian Setzer to reunite with Stray Cats in 2024, including two Minnesota dates
The rockabilly trio's first tour in five years will stop near Moorhead and St. Cloud in August.
Boys basketball championship games set in all four classes
Breck and Badgers-bound Daniel Freitag flew past Minnehaha Academy in Friday's first Class 2A semifinal. and will face Lake City Fertile-Beltrami and Cherry, led by Gophers-bound Isaac Asuma, advanced to Saturday's Class 1A championship.
Small-class semifinals at Williams Arena makes for a big day at The Barn
Breck entered the tournament missing one key intangible, but it hasn't held back the Mustangs — yet. Nevis coach Scott Kramer made a bold prediction for Cherry, which is treating its third state tournament appearance as a business trip.