Senate Republicans are lowering their sights and trying to unite behind a so-called "skinny repeal" that would merely undo just a few of the most unpopular elements of Barack Obama's law.

The longlist for the prestigious literary prize was released, and debut author Emily Fridlund is in the running alongside Colson Whitehead, Arundhati Roy, George Saunders and more.

White House communications director Anthony Scaramucci, a Wall Street financier, said he has a "very good idea who the senior leakers are," adding that he had talked to Attorney General Jeff Sessions and to his "buddies" in the FBI about the matter.

On July 15, the Twin Cities had its third high-profile police shooting in less than two years.

President Trump surprised the military-industrial-congressional complex with a post on Twitter regarding banning transgender troops -- even though they already serve openly now.

Newt Gingrich met with President Trump Tuesday, then went on NPR the next day and blasted the Justice Department. "I think that this is not one of the president's better moments," Gingrich said.

What’s the problem? They parked their car too close to hers.

The State Patrol says the driver lost control of the car and it broke through a guardrail on the 41st Avenue bridge, plunging 100 feet or more to Interstate 94 and bursting into flames.

Farmers face competing demands for local food, environmental stewardship and the need to feed a hungry world.

Columbus fire officials say some of those injured were thrown from the ride. Gov. John Kasich has ordered all fair rides shut down until they can be inspected.

Minneapolis police say a 31-year-old woman who was stabbed during a robbery earlier this month has died. The July 15 stabbing happened in a parking ramp.

Plus, Art Hounds recommend "Heart Songs" and "Root Beer Lady: The Musical."

Metro Transit's bus and light rail fares will increase this fall, along with Metro Mobility fares.

On July 12, 1984, a Minnesota politician made history.

For smaller craft distilleries, keeping up in the whiskey game is expensive. So, some are turning to new methods for aging whiskey.

Ina Poecher, 17, will represent Team USA Thursday in 500- and 1000-meter sprint kayak races.

Members of Minnesota's congressional delegation immediately criticized the president's surprise announcement to bar transgender people from military service.

Globe University and the Minnesota School of Business offered between $3,000 and $7,500 per loan, bearing interest rates between 12 and 18 percent, according to the ruling.

President Donald Trump is not up to speed on who's fighting whom in the Middle East.