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Future brides and grooms can get a look at the gardens at St. Paul's Como Park Zoo and Conservatory at an open house next weekend.
Authorities are investigating whether a 911 call about a suicidal woman in suburban Minneapolis was actually an attempt to hide a homicide.
Minnesota is out of money for its job-training program for the unemployed - when demand is high because of the tough economy.
Federal health advisers say a brain stimulating device from Medtronic can be approved for epilepsy, provided the company conducts follow-up safety studies.
Andrew Zimmern on Leeann Chin
Leeann Chin, who founded the Minnesota chain of Chinese restaurants bearing her name, passed away Wednesday from complications from a long-term illness. She was 77.
Trial date set for Seward Market shooting suspect
A trial date has been set for one of the two teenaged suspects in the Seward Market triple homicide.
The Dead Sea Scrolls come to Minnesota
The Dead Sea Scrolls went on public display today at the Science Museum of Minnesota, offering visitors a rare glimpse of the ancient religious documents.
Slideshow: The Dead Sea Scrolls
The Dead Sea Scrolls have come to Minnesota, and Tom Crann took a tour of the exhibit with Dr. Michael Wise, a professor of the Hebrew Bible and scholar-in-residence at Northwestern College in Roseville, a consultant for the Dead Sea Scrolls exhibit.
The Minneapolis City Council Friday reappointed police Chief Tim Dolan by an 8-5 vote.
Hecker will remain responsible for $767M debt
Auto mogul Denny Hecker has agreed to remain on the hook for his $767 million in debt, despite having filed for bankruptcy last year.