Johnson, Walz propose different routes on education
At a debate on workforce issues, the two candidates for governor differed on how best to address the achievement gap in education.
Wetterling family: 'Our hearts hurt' for anyone harmed by investigative file's release
A day before investigators were set to release a massive investigative file on the abduction of Jacob Wetterling, his parents Patty and Jerry Wetterling said it's still "difficult to relive those dark days" after the 11-year-old was kidnapped in rural St. Joseph, Minn.
Wetterling files to be released Thursday
Many of the documents covering the 27-year investigation into Jacob Wetterling's 1989 kidnapping will be released publicly Thursday for the first time.
New poll: Trump's job approval drops to 39 percent in Minnesota
In what could be an ominous sign for Minnesota Republicans on the November ballot, President Trump's job approval here has slipped, according to the latest MPR News/Star Tribune Minnesota Poll.
Serial rapist set to be released from Minnesota Sex Offender Program, with conditions
The Minnesota Supreme Court rejected a petition from state officials to keep Thomas Duvall, 63, inside the program on Tuesday, setting in motion his release later this fall.
Appetites: Is raising your own chickens worth the work?
Chef and cookbook author Amy Thielen shares her experience raising multiple egg-laying chickens.
Prosecutors want some Noor evidence kept private before Ruszczyk shooting trial
Hennepin County prosecutors say some evidence in the case against former Minneapolis police officer Mohamed Noor is confidential data and shouldn't be disclosed publicly before the trial for the shooting of Justine Ruszczyk, who's also known with the surname Damond.
Minnesota cities to Congress: Let us help the bees
The House version of the farm bill being debated in Congress would bar cities from placing stricter regulations on pesticides.
Republicans reject Kavanaugh accuser's request to delay hearing for FBI investigation
Attorneys for Christine Blasey Ford said that an investigation was necessary before the committee held a hearing or made a decision. But the panel's chairman is moving forward with Monday's hearing.
Ananya dancers take on capitalism in 'Shatranga'
In creating their new work, company members cast their imaginations back to a time before slavery and colonialism.
New poll: Minnesota AG race close as Ellison abuse accusation lingers
Dogged by a recent allegation of domestic abuse, DFLer Keith Ellison has a narrow, five-point lead over Republican candidate Doug Wardlow in the race for state attorney general, according to an MPR News/Star Tribune Minnesota Poll.
2 people hurt after Minneapolis building explosion, fire
The fire department tweeted that the fire was under control and will be investigated.
Court of appeals hears arguments on Sawina sentence
Anthony Sawina's attorney says 39 years for attempted murder of two men is "extraordinary."
Mille Lacs County, Band of Ojibwe settle dispute over policing
An agreement has been reached for Mille Lacs Band police and Mille Lacs County Sheriff's Office to share authority to enforce state laws.
Trial opens for man charged in death of Savanna Greywind
Prosecutors say they will prove a Fargo man conspired to kill a pregnant woman and steal her baby. William Hoehn is on trial in Fargo in the death of 22-year old Savanna Greywind a year ago.
Mississippi River leaders want to cut their plastic waste 20 percent by 2020
This week, the Mississippi River Cities and Towns Initiative announced an initiative to cut plastic waste along the river by 20 percent by 2020.
Garrison Keillor lists St. Paul home for sale
According to a private listing, longtime Prairie Home Companion host Garrison Keillor is selling his St. Paul home.
How Minnesota's farmers are faring in the deepening U.S.-China trade war
President Trump announced earlier this week that beginning next Monday, an additional $200 billion dollars' worth of Chinese goods will be taxed. China plans to fire back with more tariffs of its own. MPR News host Cathy Wurzer checked in with Kevin Paap for an update on what Minnesota's farmers are hearing in this latest volley of tariffs.
Art Hounds: Spiro at the Cedar Cultural Center
Plus, Art Hounds recommend cabaret artist Erin Markey and History Alive! in Lanesboro.
Polling shows Democrats have edge with independents
Kathryn Pearson from the University of Minnesota spoke to MPR News host Kerri Miller about the MPR/Star Tribune political poll.