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St. Paul police chief sues Mayor Kaohly Her, alleging sexual harassment and retaliation
The 73-page civil complaint, filed Wednesday morning in Ramsey County District Court by Henry’s attorney Chris Madel, includes allegations of unwanted touching, sexual comments and repeated attempts by Her to develop a closer personal relationship with Henry.
Amnesty International calls for the abolition of ICE in new report
The organization documented a pattern of human rights violations in the Twin Cities during Operation Metro Surge. Researchers recommend abolishing U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Rochester’s biomedical startup economy is growing. Finding the right workers is harder
In Rochester, new biomedical companies are growing out of Mayo Clinic. Local leaders want those companies to stay and grow in the community, but finding the right workers with the right skills is a bigger challenge.
Top cats: Lynx fans stoked for a championship as WNBA playoffs near
The Minnesota Lynx finish the regular season Thursday night against the Indiana Fever then start the playoffs Sunday at home against the New York Liberty. Fans hope point guard Olivia Miles is healthy and can deliver a championship after her All-Star season.
At a Thursday news conference announcing the preliminary findings of the months-long investigation, State Fire Marshal Dan Krier said the early-morning fire was caused by overheating electrical equipment in an office.
Minnesota teens are using less cannabis. Some groups are still at higher risk
Minnesota high schoolers are using cannabis at lower rates than a decade ago, but researchers say disparities remain for marginalized groups. Experts point to changing social norms and prevention efforts that may be driving the decline.
When he was a teen, “RuPaul’s Drag Race” winner Bob the Drag Queen spent nine months in the Twin Cities. Bob will perform Friday at the Fitzgerald Theater for his “Now Clap!” national tour.