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Lifestyle

Happy birthday, Star Tribune

Happy birthday, Star Tribune

On this day 150 years ago, the Minneapolis Daily Tribune published issue No. 1. Newspapers have changed a little bit in the meantime.
by Cody Nelson

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St. Paul leaders propose skyway changes after security complaints

St. Paul leaders propose skyway changes after security complaints

The proposal calls for skyways to close at midnight instead of 2 a.m. this summer. Building owners would be mandated to lock their doors and do security sweeps.
by Emma Sapong

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DNR fees are going up. Here's how some outdoorspeople are responding

DNR fees are going up. Here's how some outdoorspeople are responding

Hunting, fishing and riding a four-wheeler will cost a bit more in the environment and natural resources budget bill awaiting a signature from DFL Gov. Mark Dayton.
by John Enger

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American climber dies, Indian missing on Everest

An American climber has died near the summit of Mount Everest and an Indian climber is missing after heading down from the mountain following a successful ascent, expedition organizers said Sunday.
by Associated Press

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Will someone please adopt this 'utter bastard of a cat'?

Will someone please adopt this 'utter bastard of a cat'?

A rescue group in Australia is looking for someone to take in a gorgeous black rescue cat. But be warned: "Mr. Biggles is a despot and a dictator" who "does not like to be thwarted."

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I-94 roadwork continues to top weekend traffic woes

I-94 roadwork continues to top weekend traffic woes

If you're headed out on the road this weekend, make sure you plan for -- or avoid -- these routes.
by Nancy Yang

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A giant Ferris wheel is coming to the State Fair

A giant Ferris wheel is coming to the State Fair

The wheel, made in the Netherlands, is 15 stories tall and has 36 enclosed gondolas that hold six passengers each.
by Tim Nelson

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Early spring brings out ticks ahead of schedule

Early spring brings out ticks ahead of schedule

Minnesota averages more than 1,500 cases of tick borne diseases each year, and infections are on the rise.
by Mark Steil

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