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Minneapolis investigators say Drake Hotel fire remains undetermined
While Minneapolis fire investigators were able to identify the unit in the building where the fire started, they could not identify a cause. The Christmas Day fire displaced about 250 people. The investigation continues.
Crow Wing County considers rules for vacation rentals
Like many vacation destinations, the Brainerd Lakes area is seeing a surge in properties available through websites like Airbnb and VRBO. But some neighbors have complained that the vacation rentals bring related problems, including noise, late-night parties and too many vehicles.
Debate over wine and beer in grocery stores to resume in 2020
A long-running debate over wine and beer sales in grocery stores is expected to pick up again in the new year after some big brewers said they will stop making 3.2 beer. Minnesota is now the last state where the weaker brew is sold.
Cohousing: A housing alternative getting more interest
Proponents say cohousing, where a group of homeowners share spaces, responsibilities and experiences, builds community ties missing in many neighborhoods. But it’s not for everyone.
Police said the stabbing happened inside the Red Carpet Nightclub around 1:30 a.m. Sunday. Officers tried to revive the man, but he died at St. Cloud Hospital.