This week’s MN Shortlist features a great American novel adapted for the stage, music from a video game-turned-TV show and Parisian cafes, a new rural arts space and the regional premiere of a play that recounts part of the European migrant crisis.
A group of Minnesota lawmakers, law enforcement and former students are banding together to prevent and penalize predatory grooming in K-12 schools. Some, including a key lawmaker, are survivors of abuse by teachers.
Scientists have discovered a growing number of emaciated lake trout deep in Lake Superior, about half their normal body weight. They’re racing to learn what’s behind the phenomenon.
2 in 5 college students are experiencing food insecurity across the country. In Minnesota, the demand for access to free healthy foods continues to rise as higher grocery prices mean more students need to rely on food aid to stay in school.
The Minnesota Vikings selected Florida defensive tackle Caleb Banks with the 18th pick in the first round of the NFL draft, adding some interior bulk and athleticism with a raw prospect whose recent injury likely pushed him down the board.
President Donald Trump says Israel and Lebanon have agreed to extend a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah by three weeks after talk at the White House.
Prediction markets exploded from a $9 billion industry in 2024 to over $60 billion in 2025. Now states are working to get a handle on the unregulated industry.
Royce White, a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, has been ordered to stay away from his ex-wife and one of his children because of allegations of threats and physical abuse. He is challenging the order in the state Court of Appeals and disputes being abusive.
For some, celebrating Earth Day means cleaning up litter, spending time outside or getting ready to plant a garden. For others, it’s an opportunity to honor the water. Several dozen people took part in a water walk on Wednesday to honor Ȟaȟá Wakpádaŋ, or Bassett Creek.
Council members approved ordinances to decriminalize drug paraphernalia and extend the city’s eviction notice timeline. The council also failed to override a mayoral veto on the reappointment of Todd Barnette as public safety commissioner.
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