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Bee research lab gets buzzing at U
The 10,000-square-foot building will include space for new labs, honey extraction and hive spaces.
The evolving future of a Twin Cities soccer stadium
The ongoing squabble over a new soccer stadium for the Twin Cities has both supporters and critics digging in their heels.
In a high-crime area, Mpls. cops fight crime and perceptions
Some black residents of north Minneapolis appreciate the extra attention their area gets from police. Others deeply resent it.
Vigils today for Mendota Heights officer slain a year ago
Community members will pause to remember Mendota Heights Police Officer Scott Patrick, who was killed a year ago at a traffic stop.
University of Minnesota officials gave the all clear Wednesday morning following a warning of a gas leak on the East Bank campus.
Storms included high winds, frequent lightning and torrential rains.
What a drag it is to see you? St. Paul mulls street name change to honor Dylan
The resolution claims renaming 4th Street to "Positively 4th Street" for the famously bitter song would "add to the positive experience of fans and visitors arriving in downtown to cheer for its baseball team."
Shorter Minneapolis Aquatennial begins with torchlight parade
Organizers decided this year to shorten the festival from 10 days to four. They also eliminated some traditional events like the Milk Carton Boat Races.