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Human remains found in 1960s-era car pulled from Mississippi River in Sartell
Authorities in central Minnesota say human remains were recovered from a vehicle pulled from the Mississippi River late Wednesday — and may provide the answer to a missing-person case from 1967.
The luck of the Irish spice bag: The takeout dish that’s found a home in the Twin Cities
O'Shaughnessy Distilling Company in Minneapolis has turned its Irish-American twist on Ireland’s beloved late-night dish, the spice bag — complete with cheese curds — into a viral sensation and permanent menu item, drawing crowds from across the metro.
Meet St. Paul’s new city council member, Molly Coleman
Voters Tuesday elected Molly Coleman to represent St. Paul’s Ward 4, which includes all or parts of five neighborhoods in the northwest part of the city.