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At 90, Minneapolis volunteer has lifetime of service
He's been helping at the House of Charity since he was a teenager.
Minnesota veteran makes 1,000-mile 'gratitude walk' for program that helps vets
Daniel Crawford hiked in honor of 23rd Veteran, a Duluth program that turns trauma triggers into positive vibes.
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The story of Hercules the cat: Rescued in 2022, Target model in 2024
Hercules, the cat with the lovable face, now appears on cartons of Target brand kitty litter.
73 years later, St. Peter man finally getting Purple Heart
Earl "Sonny" Meyer's family and attorney have been battling bureaucracy for years to recognize his Korean War injury.
Driver pulled from burning car on I-94 in St. Paul thanks good Samaritans for saving his life
Sam Orbovich, 71, said he is alive because "heroes" rushed to his aid.
Caitlin Clark helps KARE 11 and Fox 9 reporters bond with their daughters
Lou Raguse and Paul Blume teamed up to coach a winning basketball team.
Yuen: Why do people forgive? It's messy, complex and 'the best form of self-interest'
Forgiving may seem syrupy or saintly, but it's much more complicated, says a journalist now touring the Midwest.
Mpls. man behind mysterious wooden benches wants folks downtown to take a load off
In downtown Minneapolis, places to sit for a spell tend to be few and far between. A part-time woodworker decided to take matters into his own hands.
Meet the West Sider taking the helm at Neighborhood House, helping new arrivals find a better life
Since arriving from Iowa in 1990, Janet Gracia has dedicated herself to St. Paul's West Side.
St. Paul partnership brings trust, opportunities to troubled Karen youth
Efforts at Humboldt High School could be a model for struggling students of migrant families.
Yuen: Lynx No. 1 pick Pili finds 'blessing' fueling dreams of Samoan, Indigenous kids
We in Minnesota are about to witness the legions of fans from two under-represented communities who flock to see "Pili Power."
Xcel's proposed automatic bill credit could save low-income households in Minnesota $450 a year
The company would enroll people in certain census areas based on income metrics and energy bills to help make energy costs just 4% of the household's income.
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Minnesota beach makes Travel and Leisure's top beaches in the country list
It was cited for its "ocean locale" feel.
Minnesota's Northfield is named one of best places to live in U.S.
Money, the personal finance publication, has long compiled the list of U.S. communities that offer strong quality of life by a variety of measures. Enjoy those bragging rights, Northfield.
Civil War group honors the last Union veteran buried in each Minnesota county
History buffs hope to 'keep green' the memories of long-forgotten soldiers in blue.
Local
As longtime Hutchinson, Litchfield papers close, 2 newspapers launch to take their place
Former diversity worker sues University of Minnesota after firing over swastika photo
Duluth mayor pledges population growth in the long-stalled city
Metro Transit steps up safety efforts with monitors displaying bus behavior for all to see
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Sports
Vikings draft grade round-up: Praise, reservations for McCarthy, Turner
Scoggins: Adofo-Mensah, O'Connell get Vikings reboot right in Year 3
Anderson: Building a new Waterville fish hatchery will help shorten the time between bites
Turner 'a game-wrecker' for Vikings pass rush
Business
After ATF ruling, bottom falls out for St. Cloud firearms maker
Immigrant workers sue Minnesota vegetable farm for shorted pay, 'deplorable' conditions
Minneapolis to set up Lake Street Community Safety Center, and wants residents' help to define it
As longtime Hutchinson, Litchfield papers close, 2 newspapers launch to take their place
Opinion
What does Anoka-Hennepin really teach about DEI?
What's lost when newspapers die
Editorial counterpoint: Embrace the shift in public notices
Thoughts from the Star Tribune's new community engagement director
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Variety
Minneapolis native Poppy Harlow parts ways with CNN
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Icehouse owner hopes to avoid eviction as music scene rallies around Eat Street venue
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Scoggins: Adofo-Mensah, O'Connell get Vikings reboot right in Year 3
The Vikings held a news conference Friday to welcome their top two draft picks. The moment doubled as an unofficial unveiling of management's vision for the team.
Dennis Anderson
Anderson: Building a new Waterville fish hatchery will help shorten the time between bites
With new funding, a long-dreamed-of facility will replace the 1954 Waterville, Minn., hatchery that began as a garage.
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Neal: McCarthy mania sweeps through Vikings draft party
There was jeering, booing and yelping at U.S. Bank Stadium, where thousands of fans gathered for a Vikings draft party. And then J.J. McCarthy was picked and the mood changed.
Politics
President Joe Biden says he's 'happy to debate' Donald Trump. Trump says he's ready to go
What we know about the Sen. Nicole Mitchell burglary allegations so far
Charges revealed against a former Trump aide and 4 lawyers in Arizona fake electors case
Frustrated Minnesota teachers paying lawyer $78,000 for pension review
Nation
Trump's lawyers try to discredit testimony of prosecution's lead witness in hush money trial
Midwest tornadoes cause severe damage in Omaha suburbs
G/O Media sells satirical news site the Onion to group of digital media veterans
Tennessee governor signs bills to allow armed teachers nearly a year after deadly Nashville shooting
World
British Army says horses that bolted and ran loose in central London continue 'to be cared for'
Antony Blinken meets with China's President Xi as US, China spar over bilateral and global issues
These are the countries where TikTok is already banned
Italy halts loans to Minneapolis Institute of Art following dispute over 'Doryphoros' sculpture
Curious Minnesota
Searching for Snoopy: What happened to all the 'Peanuts' statues in St. Paul?
Why do so many Minnesota homeowners get free roofs after a hailstorm?
Introducing the Curious Minnesota Collection. Every question we've answered — now in one place
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Celebs
Britain's King Charles III will resume public duties next week after cancer treatment, palace says
Minneapolis native Poppy Harlow parts ways with CNN
Harvey Weinstein due back in court Wednesday, as key witness weighs whether to testify at a retrial
Caitlin Clark helps KARE 11 and Fox 9 reporters bond with their daughters
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