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Twins Opening Day at Target Field resumes after brief power outage
There was a weather curveball for the Minnesota Twins’ Opening Day on Friday, with chilly conditions and a chance for rain — but that didn’t stop fans from lining up hours before the first pitch at Target Field.
Interim Hennepin Healthcare leader steps down
Dr. Kevin Croston resigned Wednesday. He was appointed to the position after the previous interim CEO stepped down in January.
Minneapolis police seek help in locating car that struck, killed college student
Minneapolis police are asking the public for help in locating the suspect vehicle in a hit-and-run crash that killed a University of St. Thomas senior last weekend. Seham Hassen was set to graduate this spring with a degree in public health.
Minnesota making bid to host the 2028 NFL Draft
Minnesota Sports and Events is teaming up with U.S. Bank Stadium and the Minnesota Vikings in an effort to bring the multi-day sports spectacle to Minneapolis.
Whipple building detainees, lawyers ask federal judge to order better access to legal counsel
Legal advocates and people who have been detained at the Whipple building testified in court this week that the federal government has violated detainees’ rights to talk to lawyers. They’re asking the court to extend an injunction ordering improved legal access.