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Franconia Sculpture Park celebrates opening of new $2 million dollar facility
This Saturday's ribbon cutting event includes an art exhibition, live performances, and lots of food trucks
Influential Twin Cities radio DJ John Pete dies at age 82
On free-form KQRS, he introduced Twin Cities music lovers to Joni Mitchell, Bonnie Raitt, Steely Dan and Shawn Phillips.
Former Classical MPR host Garrett McQueen addresses his firing in new podcast
"Do I acknowledge my actions were against the rules...? Yes. Do I acknowledge wrongdoing? Absolutely not."
Bob Dylan offers new 'Theme Time Radio Hour' about whiskey
It's a double-shot of music, commentary and jokes about his booze of choice in a new episode of his SiriusXM radio show that ran from 2006-09.
Two months after firing director, Minnesota Museum of American Art is on hold
While ex-Penumbra leader Chris Widdess serves as interim boss, hiring of Kristin Makholm's replacement has been put off, pending a study by the board.
Get ready for live music and comedy at Minnesota State Fair's West End
Three hours of woman comedians and three hours of live music are set for Sept. 26 outdoors under an amphitheater's roof.
Migration prediction
Heavy on Monday and Tuesday nights
New bird boxes? Think fall, not spring
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Cory Wong, Dave Koz mix funk and smooth-jazz with fun and flair at Crooners
The unlikely musical pairing will record an album in Minneapolis this week.
Pushing the climate too hard
From 'The Oceans: a deep history
Jimmy Jam to co-chair Grammy organization's Black Music Collective
He will join John Legend, Quincy Jones and others to try to amplify the voices and concerns of Black musicians.
Bankers helping birds
Mortgages, insurance, and climate
KFAN's Power Trip forced to broadcast remotely after positive COVID-19 test
None of the on-air personalities have tested positive but the assistant producer did.
Huge migration event predicted for Thursday-Friday
Millions of birds moving across Minnesota
Co-founder of dance sensations Buckets and Tap Shoes survives traumatic bike crash
Despite a brain injury and broken bones, Rick Ausland is making a "miraculous" recovery.
19th annual Selby Ave JazzFest will livestream four concerts starting Saturday
The Saturday night in September performances will feature Charmin & Shapira, Solomon Parham, Patricia Lacy and Nachito Herrera.
University of Minnesota presents free concert series with Lady Midnight, DJ Keezy, others
The Amplifying Solidarity series will be livestreamed from Northrop, starting Thursday.
Twin Cities theaters light up code red as live entertainment is 'just devastated'
#RedAlertRestart aims to raise awareness about the effects of the pandemic on performing arts institutions and artists.
Local
Minnesota nonprofits worry about 'donor fatigue' during COVID-19 as they kick off year-end fundraising
University of St. Thomas student assaulted by a group in St. Paul
Did German POWs really work on Minnesota farms during World War II?
Trouble signs showed up early in the career of fired Minneapolis police officer Tou Thao
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Sports
Twins clinch home field for first round; AL Central title to be decided Sunday
Scoggins: It's a lengthy to-do list for Zimmer, the Vikings' 'Fixer'
Vikings not going according to plan so far this season
They'd be the first: Down 0-2, Lynx need three in a row in best-of-five series
Business
Running a tighter Shipt: Target-owned delivery service aims for growth
Minnesota solar developers fault Xcel for delays in their projects
Schafer: How Allina, Blue Cross define the 'value-based' trend sweeping health care
As workers wait for more federal aid, Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport's long-term fate rests with Delta
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Politics
Poll: Biden keeps lead over Trump in state
Trump picks Barrett for court, calling her 'eminently qualified'
MyPillow's Mike Lindell is Trump's choice vs. Walz in 2022
Trump caps judiciary remake with choice of Barrett for court
Nation
Car injures 2 protesters during California demonstration
Portland, Oregon, largely peaceful after right-wing rally
1963 church bombing survivor seeks apology, restitution
US colleges struggle to salvage semester amid outbreaks
World
Belarus tells UN sanctions would be 'harmful for everyone'
London police, protesters clash at COVID-19 demonstration
Alps surprised by early snowfall, Swiss town sees record
Mexico to pursue soldiers, federal police in abduction probe
Curious Minnesota
Did German POWs really work on Minnesota farms during World War II?
What was the most destructive tornado in Minnesota history?
Why do Minnesota coyotes howl when trains go by?
Who decides when the I-35W bridge is lit in color, and how is it done?
Duluth
Trump to return to Minnesota next week with visit to Duluth
Sold! Twin Cities homebuyers spurring a run on homes in Duluth
Missing Duluth Harbor dredging settlement found, but questions remain on interpretation
College students spur spike in new COVID-19 cases in St. Louis County as deaths also rise
Celebs
3 Bollywood stars questioned in drug investigation
Billie Lourd introduces newborn son in surprise announcement
Queen Elizabeth II to trim costs as COVID-19 hits income
Princess Eugenie, Jack Brooksbank expecting first child
Agriculture
With $68 million in funds, Minnesota's Revol Greens to expand in Texas
Ethanol waivers become central issue in presidential battle for Minnesota farm votes
Corn, soybean prices rally on Chinese demand, disaster in Iowa
Trump, eyeing farm votes, starts working on ethanol industry's year-old wish list
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On the front lines of COVID, Minnesota's first responders leap in despite unknown
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Trademark Theater makes a virtual shift
The theater has announced the return of one work and the in-development debuts of others.
Birds are keeping us sane
Essay by British birder
Minnesota State Fair to offer three mini-concerts on YouTube this weekend
Featured will be former fair attractions: Caitlyn Smith, Tank and the Bangas, and the War and Treaty.
Big changes at small theaters
Two theaters are responding to the pandemic, one with a change of leadership and the other by announcing its end.
Official Prince estate podcast explores 'Sign o' the Times' album
The eight-episode series is a prelude to the super deluxe reissue on Sept. 25 of Prince's acclaimed 1987 project.