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November 21, 2024
Food icon Lidia Bastianich celebrates Minnesota changemakers in new TV special
The chef filmed a feast at Owamni, made pesto with crickets and dined at Oro, shining light on the people who are changing the way we eat.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Meet the Minnesotans longing for a snowy winter
Some people are anticipating winter weather in Minnesota with child-like enthusiasm
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November 21, 2024
Driver drunk, unlicensed when he killed U of MN student in hit-and-run crash, charges say
A driver was drunk when he killed U of MN student in a hit-and-run, charges say.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
St. Cloud district to ask voters to improve Apollo High school in 2025
St. Cloud district's special election seeks $65M for Apollo High School and a year-round rec complex. Sartell-St. Stephen and Sauk Rapids-Ri...
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November 21, 2024
Missed insulin doses cause complications. A new Medtronic app can detect when patients forget a dose.
Medtronic announced FDA clearance for its smartphone app for the InPen insulin injector. The clearance paves the way for the launch of the c...
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November 21, 2024
Lynx superstar Kayla McBride on her favorite beaches and local restaurants
Don’t be surprised if you spot the WNBA standout jamming at Twin Cities concerts.
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November 21, 2024
Landfill in Virginia, Minn., will turn heat from garbage into energy used to treat wastewater
The 10-acre cell at the St. Louis County landfill is the first of its kind in the state.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
If you think you can hold a grudge, consider the crow
Researchers think some attacks are a case of mistaken identity.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Lose yourself in these new immersive Las Vegas experiences
Sin City attempts to lure new visitors with multisensory, interactive attractions, from life-size computer games to flying like a bird.
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November 21, 2024
International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Hamas officials
The International Criminal Court issued arrest warrants on Thursday for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, his former defense minist...
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November 21, 2024
Mites, warm autumn may be cause of some honeybee disappearances in MN
One Orono apiarist said a whole hive vanished a week ago, leaving only honey behind. Other keepers have reported the same problem.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Vanessa Berrueta Zambrano started a podcast to talk about breast cancer risks
Vanessa Berrueta Zambrano, of Wayzata, wants to get more people talking about breast cancer and the importance of early detection.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Review: Shaboozey could go top-shelf again with new single ‘Good News’
Lil Nas X and Yola give encouraging signs for their next projects.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Rain and snow pummel Northern California in latest wave of damaging weather to strike West Coast
A major storm pummeled Northern California with rain and snow Thursday and threatened to cause flash flooding and rockslides in the latest w...
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November 21, 2024
Composers and librettists create beautiful music together in three-week Nautilus program
Artists in this year’s Nautilus Composer-Librettist Studio will share their creations with the public in concerts on Monday and Tuesday.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Give to the Max Day kicks off in Minnesota
Give to the Max, which runs through midnight Thursday, is the largest fundraising day of the year for many of the state’s nonprofits.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Prep Bowl numbers: Digits that detail Minnesota state championship football
Zero losses is a common starting point, but only two teams, Staples-Motley and Fertile-Beltrami, have zero state titles.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
The best Minnesota books of 2024
The Minnesota Star Tribune ranked the best fiction and nonfiction books of 2024 ahead of Christmas and the holiday shopping season.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Scott County recounting 54A House race between Tabke and Paul
Scott County is recounting ballots cast for the 54A Minnesota House race between DFL Rep. Brad Tabke and Republican Aaron Paul. Officials ar...
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November 21, 2024
Police report reveals assault allegations against Hegseth
A woman told police that she was sexually assaulted in 2017 by Pete Hegseth after he took her phone, blocked the door to a California hotel...
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November 21, 2024
No. 6 Wisconsin sinks No. 16 Gophers in five-set Big Ten volleyball showdown
The fifth set required extra points to settle the clash of top-20 teams Wisconsin and Minnesota.
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November 21, 2024
Interstate crash in Owatonna kills infant boy
A report from the Minnesota State Patrol noted that road conditions on Interstate 35 were snowy and icy at the time of the crash.
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November 21, 2024
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell coaxing more from Sam Darnold than anyone
Quarterback Sam Darnold is completing more passes for more touchdowns than ever. “What we’re trying to get from Sam is to play the best foot...
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
UConn coach Geno Auriemma breaks all-time wins record, getting 1,217th career victory
Geno Auriemma soaked in the moment. The UConn Hall of Fame coach now stands alone atop the NCAA college basketball all-time wins list.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Survivor of harrowing blizzard walk across Canada-Minnesota border testifies in smuggling ring trial
Migrant recalled that after walking five or six hours in the snow, he and only one other person made it to the van that was supposed to pick...
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
8-2! Surprised? You might be, but Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell isn’t.
The Vikings are among five NFL teams that already have surpassed their victory total of 2023. Kevin O’Connell says he expected it.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Two Minnesota lawmakers set to play a role in Matt Gaetz’ nomination
GOP Rep. Michelle Fischbach could determine whether a potentially damaging report is to be released. Democratic Sen. Amy Klobuchar will dec...
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November 21, 2024
Injury keeps Mara Braun out of Gophers women’s basketball game
Mara Braun was wearing a walking boot on her right foot pregame; that’s the same foot that held her back last season.
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Chris Sale and Tarik Skubal take Cy Young Awards after both were pitching triple crown winners
Atlanta's Chris Sale and Detroit's Tarik Skubal each won their first Cy Young Award on Wednesday night after the left-handers shared the MLB...
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
Gophers tackle Aireontae Ersery gets classic matchup for home finale
Penn State will counter with Abdul Carter on Saturday, in what could wind up being a battle of first-round draft picks.
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November 21, 2024
MLB will test robot umpires at 13 spring training ballparks hosting 19 teams
Major League Baseball will test robot umpires as part of a challenge system during spring training at 13 ballparks hosting 19 teams, which c...
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November 21, 2024
Neal: Gable Steveson is back for one final ride with Gophers wrestling
A wrestler who won two NCAA titles for the Gophers and an Olympic gold medal for his country, Gable Steveson said it’s a fine time for him t...
Star Tribune
November 21, 2024
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
November 20, 2024
New guardrails on Twin Cities bridge too low, cyclists say
Recent construction on the historic Mendota Bridge lowered the guardrails to 42 inches.
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November 20, 2024
Late-game offense arriving on time for Timberwolves
Despite an 8-6 record, there are signs Wolves play has improved in clutch time.
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
From Opinion: Will Musk and Ramaswamy be part of the government or not?
Details about the new “Department of Government Efficiency” (DOGE) that Trump has tapped them to lead are still murky and raise questions ab...
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November 20, 2024
U.S. approval affects Ukraine’s use of a missile and its mission
The Biden administration agrees to allow ATACMS to be launched into Russia.
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
St. Paul STAR grants boost cultural programs
St. Paul STAR grant program gives $3.7 million boost to city's cultural programs
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
Readers Write: Crow culling, policing, social media, election
Don’t murder the murders!
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November 20, 2024
Tolkkinen: A happy ending for Brad the sheep and Taz the horse
For three weeks, Brad the sheep led rescuers on a merry chase up and around Two Harbors and the Duluth area. For two months, people around G...
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
Study: Mercury levels in walleyes and perch spike in Minnesota lakes with zebra mussels
Minnesota Health Department to evaluate health concerns regarding mercury levels in fish from lakes infested with zebra mussels
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November 20, 2024
Ousted St. Paul schools finance chief sues district, claims retaliation
Marie Schrul and colleague Curtis Mahany claim under the Minnesota whistleblower act they were fired by SPPS because they objected to misuse...
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November 20, 2024
West St. Paul water reservoir temporarily shut off after vandals tamper with holding tank
Water pressure might be low for some properties while the St. Paul Regional Water Services is testing water to make sure it is safe.
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
Canterbury Park proposes 51-day horse racing season in 2025
Canterbury Park’s meet would be three racing days shorter than in 2024 and would begin a week later and end a week earlier.
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
As Trump prepares to to take office, young people are seeking more birth control and vasectomies
Although Trump at one point said he might pursue a policy limiting access to birth control, he later clarified he would never advocate impos...
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November 20, 2024
Driver goes to move deer out of WI road, is hit by 2 vehicles and killed
A pickup truck driver went to a deer out of the road in Wisconsin and was fatally hit by two vehicles after dark.
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024
Podcast: Vikings and Bears on parallel rebuilds that’ll be tested Sunday in Chicago
In this episode of the Access Vikings podcast, Ben Goessling, Andrew Krammer and Michael Rand compare the rebuilds in Minnesota and Chicago...
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November 20, 2024
LPGA Tour sets another record with $127.5M in prize money for 2025
The LPGA Tour will play for $127.5 million in official prize money in 2025, another record for the circuit that has worked independently of...
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November 20, 2024
Douglas: Slushy start, but a drama-free weekend
Major Thanksgiving Day snowstorm predicted from Omaha and Des Moines to Chicago.
Star Tribune
November 20, 2024