The Cities Blog

Hennepin County names new administrator
The Hennepin County Board has named David Hough the new county administrator.
MnDOT selects contractor for St. Croix River Crossing Hwy 36 reconstruction project.
Schiff promises to add firefighters
Minneapolis City Council Member Gary Schiff argues more staff won't necessarily cost more money.
Ah, musical trade winds from Hawaii
Music that can let you feel the warm island breezes, even on a cold winter day.
Immigrant farmers on the lookout for land
Hmong American produce growers are scoping for parcels to rent or purchase in time for the spring planting.
It's the third time this winter St. Paul has asked cars to make way for plows without the threat of a ticket or tow.
Mark Andrew joins crowded mayoral field
Former Hennepin County Commissioner Mark Andrew is joining the race for mayor of Minneapolis.
Jonas Brothers to visit Minneapolis high school
About 600 students at Patrick Henry High School will get a glimpse of some celebrities today. Actress Mia Farrow and the Jonas Brothers will be on hand to help launch an international charity's new education program that includes a big youth rally in Minneapolis in October.