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March 26, 2026
R.T. Rybak: As we approach our 250th birthday, remember history wasn’t written in a day
"Minneapolis-St. Paul, like Boston before us, has inspired others. We received the JFK Profile in Courage Award and are nominated for a Nobe...
Star Tribune
March 26, 2026
Iran and the US harden their positions as Tehran tightens its grip on the Strait of Hormuz
Iran and the United States appeared at an impasse Thursday, with each side hardening its position over talks and setting the stage for anoth...
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March 26, 2026
Missed paychecks and airport delays: Pressure mounts on Congress to end the funding shutdown
Pressure is mounting on Congress to end the funding shutdown that has resulted in travel disruptions, missed paychecks and even warnings of...
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March 26, 2026
Live: Upsala vs. Henning at Target Center
The Class 1A quarterfinals begin today, but the bigger school play for a spot in Saturday’s state championship, starting with Northfield vs....
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March 26, 2026
Teacher accused of sexually assaulting teen at Shattuck-St. Mary’s apartment
A school statement said the teacher was fired and the boy was not a student.
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March 26, 2026
Jacob Frey endorses Anders Folk in crowded race for Hennepin County Attorney
After Mary Moriarty announced she would not seek a second term, the race for Hennepin County Attorney has drawn a robust field of candidates...
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March 26, 2026
Immigration slowdown hits every metro area in the U.S., census shows
Large urban counties and the border were the most affected. And in three-quarters of U.S. counties, population growth either slowed or turne...
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March 26, 2026
Ramstad: Beautiful, wealthy, secluded North Oaks is now fully developed
Sprung from one of the state’s first great fortunes, the suburb north of St. Paul is now a microcosm of Minnesota’s growth problem.
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March 26, 2026
Taxpayers in Owatonna revolt, petition to rethink new city buildings
A group of residents in the southern Minnesota city want to put a $65 million bonding decision for new police and fire stations on the ballo...
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March 26, 2026
Detained by ICE, he missed multiple cancer treatments. Now he’s in hospice.
Some immigrants with chronic health problems were swept up by ICE in Minnesota, leading to missed medications and, for one man, missed chemo...
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March 26, 2026
How to build a $100 million beverage brand in Minnesota
The husband and wife co-founders of So Good So You share the playbook that led to this week’s acquisition of their juice-shot company.
Star Tribune
March 26, 2026
Five reasons ‘Project Hail Mary’ is the biggest movie in the universe
Ryan Gosling and his alien sidekick are breaking hearts and records.
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March 26, 2026
Cartoonist Steve Sack is back
When nerve damage left the Pulitzer winner unable to hold a pen in his right hand, he taught himself to draw with his left.
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March 26, 2026
Legislation would ban Minnesota stores from using AI-powered tools that individualize prices
Union leaders and DFL lawmakers are pushing to ban electronic shelf labels and surveillance pricing, citing concerns about affordability and...
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March 26, 2026
Olson: Nonfatal shooting investigations, a middle ground on gun safety?
Gun violence in St. Paul and Ramsey County is way down, thanks to new efforts to aggressively investigate nonfatal shootings.
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March 26, 2026
Opinion | Diamonds are still a boy’s best friend
Dick Schwartz shares baseball memories from throughout the years in honor of the Minnesota Twins Opening Day.
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March 26, 2026
Neal: Royce Lewis has to step up for Twins
The story of the 2026 Twins is that many of their hitters, starting with Royce Lewis, must prove they are more than what they have shown.
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March 26, 2026
Timberwolves stage incredible overtime rally to beat Rockets 110-108
The Wolves trailed by 13 in overtime before scoring the final 15 points of the contest in a game with playoff positioning implications.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Readers Write: Voter ID, mail-in ballots, suburban sidewalks, dairy farms
8 in 10 support voter ID. So pass it.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Federal appeals court upholds Trump administration’s detention policy
The ruling applies to Minnesota’s federal courts where hundreds of noncitizens have challenged their detentions.
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March 25, 2026
Delta Air Lines suspends perks for Congress amid federal shutdown
The airline said it would keep open a special reservations line meant to help congressional members book travel.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Twins enter season without clarity on closer, solidified late-inning bullpen roles
The Twins traded five of their best relievers last summer, and they’ll let matchups dictate their late-inning strategy at the start of the s...
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March 25, 2026
Trump administration OKs higher ethanol blend as Iran war sends gas prices higher
Farm lobby, Klobuchar cheer the effort but say Congress needs to make the E15 change permanent.
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March 25, 2026
Douglas: Rain today, then a springy weekend
Temperatures will moderate after a brisk Friday.
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March 25, 2026
Manufacturers say they’re not ready to tell Minnesota which PFAS they use
Some industries have taken issue with the state’s reporting system. MPCA officials expect companies to file by July 1.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Minnesota senators can now bring their children into the chamber, upending 168-year-old rule
Until recently, senators weren’t allowed to drink water on the floor, making the rule change a monumental step.
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March 25, 2026
Former books editor’s memoir is about growing up in Duluth
Local nonfiction: Laurie Hertzel recalls family stories and secrets in “Ghosts of Fourth Street.”
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March 25, 2026
Homelessness, drug use pose fresh challenges for Uptown’s long hoped-for revival
As Minneapolis officials look to respond, a new group is trying to rally Uptown neighbors and businesses.
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March 25, 2026
Minneapolis Council Member Aisha Chughtai goes to Cuba on activist humanitarian mission
Some residents questioned why Chughtai wasn’t at a recent community meeting to talk about problems in Uptown, which is primarily in her ward...
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March 25, 2026
Opinion | Minnesota’s MMR mandate in light of two epidemics: measles, mistrust
"A community needs about 95% immunity to prevent spread — a fireproof wall strong enough that a spark has nowhere to land. In Minnesota, MMR...
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Opinion | When courts are deluged, businesses must adjust and advocate
"Most people don’t realize that when federal courts are overwhelmed, commercial disputes move to the back of the line by legal obligation,"...
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March 25, 2026
Minnesota attorneys sue Trump administration over Somalis’ fast-tracked asylum cases
The move comes after President Trump’s disparaging comments and efforts to revoke deportation protections for Somalis.
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March 25, 2026
Reusse: For Jackson County Central football stars, state basketball tournament ends with life lesson
Gophers football recruit Roman Voss and Weston Rowe have been partners in athletic success going back to third grade. Now it’s off to colleg...
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March 25, 2026
Scoggins: Mara Braun's unlimited endurance lifts Gophers to Sweet 16
Gophers guard Mara Braun, whose last two seasons were cut short by foot injuries, has played all 80 minutes in the NCAA tournament so far.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Trump will travel to Beijing for rescheduled China trip May 14-15, after delay due to Iran war
The White House says President Donald Trump will travel to Beijing for a rescheduled summit with Chinese President Xi Jinping on May 14 and...
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March 25, 2026
The Big Gigs: 10 top concerts to see in the Twin Cities this week
Highlights from March 26-April 1 include Bruce Springsteen, FKA Twigs, Savion Glover, Cowboy Junkies and Wednesday.
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March 25, 2026
Medtronic cuts earnings guidance on insulin pump clearance
Medical device manufacturer is recognizing a one-time charge related to research and development of new device controlled via smartphone.
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March 25, 2026
RandBall: Should fans be worried about the Wild?
It's been more than two weeks since the Minnesota Wild won in regulation. Is this just a slump or a concerning slide before the NHL playoffs...
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March 25, 2026
Quiz: Match these 20 Twin Cities suburbs with their slogans
Think you know your Brooklyn Park from your Brooklyn Center?
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March 25, 2026
Tenacious D’s Kyle Gass addresses Trump joke and rocking without Jack Black
The Grammy-winning artist is bringing his newest band to the Twin Cities.
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March 25, 2026
Get to know all the players on the 2026 Twins Opening Day roster
The Twins finalized their 2026 Opening Day roster before their Thursday opener in Baltimore.
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March 25, 2026
That text or email about unpaid traffic fines is likely a scam, officials say
At least 40 people have called Driver and Vehicle Services this week to ask if the messages are real.
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March 25, 2026
St. Cloud State student threatened to ‘shoot up’ fraternity after being denied as pledge, charges say
The 29-year-old had reportedly suggested fraternity members play a “Squid Game” game and shoot people who move on a red light. He was found...
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March 25, 2026
Live: Minneapolis South vs. Totino-Grace in opening round of Class 3A tournament
The winner moves into Friday’s semifinals and will face the victor of Mankato East vs. Northfield at 12 p.m.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Minnesotans’ family recipes and stories are at the heart of ‘Dish & Tell’
St. Paul author Sarah Peterson serves up nostalgia and comfort in her debut cookbook.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Favorite recipes from Sarah Peterson’s ‘Dish & Tell’
Sandwich Loaf and Italian shells are among the family recipes at the heart of this cookbook from the Minnesota Historical Society Press.
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March 25, 2026
Minnesota trucker accused of causing high-speed crash, killing motorcyclist idling at stop sign
The motorcyclist and his wife “shared countless adventures on his Harley, exploring the country together with wind in their hair and laughte...
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
La Velle E. Neal III
La Velle E. Neal III is a sports columnist for the Minnesota Star Tribune who previously covered the Twins for more than 20 years.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026
Twins broadcasters Glen Perkins, Cory Provus go viral discussing Byron Buxton’s pants
A mid-inning discussion about Byron Buxton’s pantlegs went viral on social media and drew laughs across Twins camp.
Star Tribune
March 25, 2026