The Cities Blog

Ramsey County drops bid for arsenal
Without the Vikings, Ramsey County says "no thanks" to abandoned arsenal purchase.
Don’t call it belly dancing.
Getting the terminology correct is one of the things you learn when you meet Salah Fattah.
Catholics opposed to marriage amendment hold rally Sunday
Catholics who oppose a marriage amendment which would effectively block same sex marriage in Minnesota hold a kick-off event this Sunday. The Catholic Bishops strongly support the amendment.
Is that a monster in the lake?
Minneapolis residents know it's summer when there's a monster in the lake. Yesterday, it arrived.
Caring Bridge, a website that offers a way for family and friends to receive updates on a loved one's medical condition, is launching a new service today.
Saint Paul City Council Member Melvin Carter III wants you to help decide the names of two Central Corridor LRT stations at Western and Victoria Streets.
What is it with Canadian drivers and pedestrians?
Twin Cities drivers are still adjusting to the concept of pedestrians and crosswalks.
Seven motorcyclists were killed in May.
The American Academy of Neurology is giving away 1,000 free bike helmets for adults and children at the Mill City Farmers Market this Saturday, June 9.