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Minnesota woman's 'incredible' recovery from crash injuries takes her to Ironman championships
A bus accident nearly killed Maggie Swanson; in two weeks, the Minnesotan will compete in the Ironman championships.
Program helps Minnesota social entrepreneurs launch their dreams
Three up-and-coming leaders are developing projects to make a positive impact with help from a FINNOVATION Fellowship.
Anderson: Epic adventure born in Minnesota takes paddlers into the Arctic
Three years in planning and decades in dreaming, the adventure was filled with Northern Lights, wildlife and challenges. It was a life-changing experience.
Jimmy Carter's final chapter: Peanut butter ice cream and his 99th birthday
The former president entered hospice care seven months ago.
How you can help
The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
She paved the way for disabled children. Now Hammer School founder finally has a gravestone
Alvina Hammer Rutzen believed everyone had a right to a real home and a full life, surrounded by people who care.
Aging But Dangerous women of Minnesota produce a nude calendar
The group's 83-year-old co-founder helps older women break taboos.
Ojibwe Word of the Day spreads the ancient language on social media
James Vukelich Kaagegaabaw's new book, "The Seven Generations and Seven Grandfather Teachings," shows how language carries cultural wisdom.
Meet the women who aren't just 'Feeding Frogtown' — they're making sure it's good
Two Frogtown moms have stepped forward to help their neighbors get enough good, healthy food to eat.
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.
$10K grants to help 40 female nonprofit leaders combat burnout, courtesy of Women's Foundation
The Women's Foundation of Minnesota's new "Rest Up" grants for 40 women of color are part of a shift in philanthropy to fund self-care and well-being.
Why does a Minnesota art dealer have a $9.85 million Bob Ross painting?
"A Walk in the Woods" could be Bob Ross' most valuable painting.
Minnesota teenager wows judges on 'The Voice'
Joslynn Rose will be a member of Gwen Stefani's team.
Minneapolis designer and former 'Project Runway' contestant fights fast fashion
Danielle Everine designs "farm-to-closet" styles with an emphasis on sustainability.
Temporary losses, permanent gains: Wayzata football star beats cancer
Earning the chance to compete against college-level players is tight end Jack Simon's dream. But if that happens it would be far from his biggest achievement.
Fourth Precinct Inspector Charlie Adams honored as 'gold standard' of community policing
Dozens gather at precinct to acknowledge his 37 years of service to North Side community — as a cop, youth mentor and football coach.
How you can help
The Inspired volunteer calendar offers many opportunities to make a difference.
Yuen: How Minnesota native Gretchen Carlson faced down a giant and propelled the #MeToo movement
Seven years after taking down Fox News CEO Roger Ailes, the former anchor is celebrating a couple of big wins in Washington.
Local
St. Paul Public Schools, Junior Achievement North to bring professional projects to classrooms
With mine stalled, Twin Metals wants to drill exploratory shafts in Boundary Waters watershed
Oakdale woman gets nearly 3-year sentence for drunken hit-and-run that killed teen in Bloomington
Lake Elmo swimmer hospitalized from ammonia exposure in Illinois tanker crash
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Bloomington-based HR software company Ceridian changing name in rebranding effort
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