Stay Curious. Stay Connected.
MailNewsletters♡Donate Now
Sign up
*Password must be at least 8 characters and contain one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, one number and one symbol.
Already have an account?
By submitting, you consent that you are at least 18 years of age and to receive information about MPR's or APMG entities' programs and offerings. The personally identifying information you provide will not be sold, shared, or used for purposes other than to communicate with you about MPR, APMG entities, and its sponsors. You may opt-out at any time clicking the unsubscribe link at the bottom of any email communication. View our Privacy Policy.
Sign in to your profile
Forgot Password?
New to MPR News?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Reset Password

Enter the username on file and we'll send you a code to reset your password.

Still require assistance or not sure what your User Name is?
Welcome back
to news
for you
Email Verification

A verification code has been emailed to

Still awaiting the code?

Lifestyle

Lost and found: 8-foot snake in McLeod County

Lost and found: 8-foot snake in McLeod County

If you're the owner of an 8-foot-snake that was captured in Buffalo Creek Park near Glencoe, Minn., over the weekend, please call McLeod County authorities.
by Nancy Yang

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
The real Bob Ross: Meet the meticulous artist behind those happy trees

The real Bob Ross: Meet the meticulous artist behind those happy trees

Don't be fooled by his mild PBS persona; the beloved painter was actually an exacting artist and businessman with -- brace yourself -- naturally straight hair.
by Danny Hajek

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
State Fair hosting its first draft horse races on Sunday

State Fair hosting its first draft horse races on Sunday

Giant, nearly one-ton draft horses known for their solid strength -- not speed -- will participate in a draft horse barrel race on Sunday at Warner Coliseum.
by Tim Nelson

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Photos: Old ways, new generation meet at Minnesota State Fair

Photos: Old ways, new generation meet at Minnesota State Fair

The State Fair experience has been a staple of Minnesota life for more than 150 years. Each year, a new generation embraces the fair's traditional — and not so traditional — joys. This year was no exception. Take a look.
by Courtney Perry

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
St. Paul Miss. River bridge closure tops weekend road woes

St. Paul Miss. River bridge closure tops weekend road woes

Trying to get to the airport from St. Paul this weekend? Forget Minnesota Highway 5. It's the biggest hassle for Twin Cities drivers this weekend. Here's your guide.
by MPR News Staff

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
A happy ending for an Australian ultramarathoner and Chinese stray dog

A happy ending for an Australian ultramarathoner and Chinese stray dog

"This day is one of the best days of my life," Dion Leonard said after being reunited with his beloved dog, Gobi, ending a frantic search for the pup he met during an ultramarathon.

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
Food critics take on the State Fair's new eats

Food critics take on the State Fair's new eats

Pioneer Press food critic Jess Fleming, Mecca Bos from City Pages and the Heavy Table's James Norton ate their way through the old and new offerings at the 2016 fair.
by Tim Nelson

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!
New at the fair: Recipe cards

New at the fair: Recipe cards

This year, the fair is giving away a half dozen collectible recipe cards that feature Blue Ribbon-winning foods. Several of the featured chefs talk about their experience.
by Tim Nelson and Amanda Furru

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!

Heads-up: Major lane closures next week for I-94 in St. Paul

Interstate 94 eastbound will close overnight Tuesday into Wednesday and I-94 westbound will close Wednesday night until Thursday morning, state transportation officials said Thursday.
by MPR News Staff

Go Deeper.

Create an account or log in to save stories.

Like this?

Thanks for liking this story! We have added it to a list of your favorite stories.

Show me!