Minneapolis, St. Paul public schools hit hard by enrollment declines
St. Paul weighs consolidation plan. Minneapolis adjusts to losses after its district redesign.
Inspired
When nation's freeways were built, Black communities paid the price
An exhibit at the Hennepin History Museum shows how construction of freeways across the country divided and destroyed Black communities, with effects still felt today.
St. Paul
Guilty plea from driver in fatal St. Paul hit-and-run who fled state for weeks
The crash at E. 7th and Eichenwald streets killed Susan Harlan, 66, of St. Paul.
West Metro
Bloomington police search for 2 people suspected of shooting dog in eye with BB gun
BB pellets hit the dog numerous times; one eye had to be removed.
Duluth
Life, no parole for gunman who killed man on Christmas Day in Hibbing
The shooting was an apparent bid to settle a score from a previous altercation, authorities said
Federal dollars heading to St. Paul to study, improve streets, Rondo area
Federal transportation infrastructure grants of nearly $8 million are intended to improve East Side safety and study Rondo area connectivity.
Local
St. Paul man sentenced to 72 years for triple homicide of ex-girlfriend and her children
He told police he was trying to "save them."
St. Paul
St. Paul poised to pay $360,000 to settle lawsuit claiming city violated its own labor rules
A former parks department lifeguard accused the city of violating its Earned Sick and Safe Time ordinance in 2019.
St. Paul
St. Paul Fire Department to pair first responders with social advocates
The proposed program aims to connect unsheltered residents with social services.
Taste
Second-oldest Minnesota State Fair food vendor ends 90-year run
The longtime owners say "it's like selling the family farm."
St. Paul
Eye On St. Paul Q&A with Mary Cutrufello: Rock star, one-time FedEx driver and neighborhood leader
The W. 7th resident and new executive director of its district council once had rock star dreams. She still gigs, but her day job now is to champion her neighborhood.
Local
University of St. Thomas to launch nursing school focused on health equity
Students will embed in community, learn cultural competence.
St. Paul
Naming contest for St. Paul's Hillcrest development will reach new heights
Community will choose from The Heights, Hillpoint Heights and Eastcrest Heights as the new name for a planned mixed-use development.
Local
Lawmakers, advocates gather at Capitol to remember crash victims
Nearly 450 Minnesotans have died this year amid a spike in deadly road incidents.
Local
Parishioners at St. Paul church protest erasure of Mexican traditions
Demonstrators accuse church of ignoring traditions.
Music
St. Paul rapper Dua Saleh feels 'upheld' playing a nonbinary role on Netflix's 'Sex Education'
The Sudan native also has a new Pitchfork-endorsed EP, "Crossover," completed after months on set in Wales.
St. Paul
Fearing a spike, tenant advocates keep a close eye on St. Paul rents
In the short time since the St. Paul ballot measure passed, few renters have come forward to report increases.
St. Paul
St. Paul YWCA to display art highlighting program that guarantees income help
Commissioned by St. Paul Melvin Carter, the piece will be unveiled Dec. 7.
Nation
Dave Frishberg, a jazz songwriter and St. Paul native who wrote satire and 'Schoolhouse Rock,' dies at 88
After graduating from St. Paul Central, Frishberg briefly attended Stanford University before returning home to enroll at the University of Minnesota.
St. Paul
St. Paul police awarded federal grant to hire 30 new officers
The city must provide matching funds to accept the award.
St. Paul
After student walkout, St. Paul Highland Park principal apologizes, vows action
Hundreds protested "sexual assault culture" that included harassment and student assaults.
Taste
Review: St. Paul restaurant Myriel masters the art of improvisation
Chef Karyn Tomlinson's talent and connections to local farms both run deep.
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