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Renters only: These new homes aren't for sale
Developers are building thousands of single-family homes that won't require a mortgage to move in. Even people who could afford to buy are choosing to rent — they aren't ready for the long-term debt.
Minnesota monk to deliver prestigious lecture in Washington
Father Columba Stewart, executive director of the Hill Museum and Manuscript Library at St. John’s University in Collegeville, will give the Jefferson Lecture in the Humanities. Past honorees include Toni Morrison and Arthur Miller.
Simone Biles has 2 more signature moves under her name after world championships
The 22-year-old star gymnast landed a double-double dismount from the balance beam that will now be known as the "Biles," and a triple-double that is being dubbed the "Biles II." St. Paul’s Sunisa Lee also turned in a strong showing during qualifying at world championships.
Loons fall to Sounders, will host Galaxy in playoffs
Minnesota, which started the day tied for second with Seattle, slipped to fourth and will host the Los Angeles Galaxy in the first round of the new single-elimination playoffs.
Ondoro, Kohnen win titles at Twin Cities Marathon
Dominic Ondoro and Julia Kohnen won the men's and women's titles under sunny skies Sunday at the 2019 Twin Cities Marathon. It's the fourth title for Ondoro.
Gathering marks first observance of Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day in Minnesota
State leaders and relatives of veterans who died by suicide were among those who gathered Saturday in North St. Paul for the inaugural observance of Veterans Suicide Prevention and Awareness Day in Minnesota.
Photos: Fall colors on Minnesota's North Shore
Fall colors are at or near their peak this weekend across much of northern Minnesota, including the North Shore — bringing a wave of red, orange and yellow to the rocky ridges overlooking Lake Superior.