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Roseville nonprofit expands free food pick-up sites for Minnesotans in need
As hunger crisis grows, Every Meal gets creative with its meal distribution across the state.
In recovery from perilous addictions, young adults share their stories through Change the Outcome
Twin Cities-based Remember Project uses plays to talk about dementia and memory loss
For her 53rd birthday, 53 acts of kindness
After months of isolation, a 'hug room' lets Italian nursing home residents touch family for the first time
His parents weren't homeowners, so this Minnesotan has dedicated his life to Black homeownership
Throughout his 25-year lending career, Trent Bowman has specialized in first-time home buyers and programs. "It's about leaving a legacy."
Class trip to India prepared Bethel journalism students to cover social unrest at home
A trip to India prepared Bethel journalism students to cover social unrest at home.
West St. Paul journalist shares 35 uplifting stories about politicians taking the high road
Kevin Hendricks is author of the self-published "Better Politics, Please: 35 Stories of Politicians Who Value Hope Over Hate."
Berlin's biggest restaurant, forced to close due to the pandemic, has opened its doors to homeless people
City's biggest restaurant opened its doors to feed homeless people.
A quarantine project is a thank-you to New York nurses
Minnesota Women's Press celebrates 35 years of reporting about and by women
As MWP celebrates its 35th anniversary, its leader reflects on its bold reporting, financial challenges and exciting plans for 2021.
Twin Cities volunteers bake up birthday delights for children in need
Twin Cities volunteer "Sprinkle Squad" bakes up birthday joy for children in need.
After witnessing growing racial tensions, Twin Cities senior worked to make things better
Alex Miles got students and faculty to tackle tough conversations.
Andover nurse with incurable cancer cares for young cancer patients
Oncology nurse Erika Rucks won't let the pandemic or incurable cancer stop her.
A letter from Timbuktu: Project in Mali delivers work and fun
Cards bring fabled city to life, and a livelihood for unemployed tour guides.
New Sociables helps women in southern Twin Cities suburbs form bonds, fend off loneliness
Through hard times and pandemic shutdowns, New Sociables serves as a "lifeline."
Jeremiah Program graduate pays it forward in 12-month leadership program
The national nonprofit based in Minneapolis helps single moms find success in the workplace and on the home front.
St. Paul man working from home — at United Gospel Mission
Now sober, Damien Schoop hopes to help others.
Local
Minnesota's forests, land offer chance to cut greenhouse gases
Police watchdog group says Minneapolis uses legal loophole to hide police misconduct
Car skids on ice, goes airborne and nose-dives onto 2 parked vehicles in Minneapolis
Fire damages greenhouse at Gertens in Inver Grove Heights
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Sports
No late-game magic as Wild gets shut out by Ducks
Scoggins: Pitino's weekend shows joy, sorrow of hoops in a pandemic
Shorthanded Wolves, missing Towns, fall flat in Atlanta
Toby Gardenhire will manage Twins' top affiliate, the St. Paul Saints
Business
Minneapolis-based venture-capital firm for founders of color aims to raise $50 million
Florida company accused of selling fake 3M masks to HCMC hit with injunction
Construction to begin on apartments at former Flyte Tyme Studios site in Edina
Pakistan PM angry over reports TV anchor knew about strike
Opinion
Why the Senate may convict Trump
A new viral threat, but still time to act
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Variety
How Twin Cities parents can guide kids through food shortages
Streamed concerts by Minnesota Orchestra and SPCO offer both intimacy and brilliance
Working from bed: Productive cocoon or symptom of malaise?
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In recovery from perilous addictions, young adults share their stories through Change the Outcome
The opioid crisis has only intensified during the pandemic. The American Medical Association reports increased opioid-related deaths in more than 40 states, including Minnesota. Alcohol…
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West St. Paul journalist shares 35 uplifting stories about politicians taking the high road
Kevin Hendricks is author of the self-published "Better Politics, Please: 35 Stories of Politicians Who Value Hope Over Hate."
Gail Rosenblum
Minnesota Women's Press celebrates 35 years of reporting about and by women
As MWP celebrates its 35th anniversary, its leader reflects on its bold reporting, financial challenges and exciting plans for 2021.
Politics
Biden to propose 8-year path to citizenship for immigrants
Dominion Voting Systems threatens to sue MyPillow CEO over false claims.
North Dakota lawmaker sorry for mass email of QAnon video
Freshman Rep. Fischbach faces challenges as a loyal Trump ally
Nation
In open letter to Dr. King, Stevie Wonder calls for equality
California becomes first state to top 3 million virus cases
Coronavirus deaths rising in 30 US states amid winter surge
Man allegedly hid 3 months at Chicago airport due to virus
World
Kremlin foe Navalny jailed for 30 days; allies plan protests
WHO chief lambasts vaccine profits, demands elderly go first
China economy grows in 2020 as rebound from virus gains
Xi, Modi expected for 'virtual' Davos in era of pandemic
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Duluth
Sex offenders at Moose Lake protest after rash of COVID deaths
Blatnik Bridge between Duluth and Superior headed toward retirement, replacement
2021 BWCA visitors will have to learn to 'leave no trace' of their visit
Federal stimulus will help pay internet bills, boost broadband access across Minnesota
Celebs
In open letter to Dr. King, Stevie Wonder calls for equality
Garth Brooks joins lineup of entertainers at Biden inaugural
Betty White marks 99th birthday Sunday; up late as she wants
Blue Jackets hold on, defeat Red Wings 3-2 for their 1st win
Inspired
Roseville nonprofit expands free food pick-up sites for Minnesotans in need
In recovery from perilous addictions, young adults share their stories through Change the Outcome
Twin Cities-based Remember Project uses plays to talk about dementia and memory loss
For her 53rd birthday, 53 acts of kindness
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