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St. Paul’s new one-cent sales tax starts April 1. Mayor Carter shares plans for it
St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter used his annual State of the City address Monday to outline his vision for improving the economic health of residents, prioritizing investing in the streets, parks and people of St. Paul.
Kia and Hyundai owners continue to report car theft after free security upgrades
Following a nationwide surge in stolen Kia and Hyundai cars built without standard security technology, the companies offered free anti-theft upgrades. But car owners in the Twin Cities and nationwide continue to report stolen cars and break-ins.
Report shows ride share drivers in metro make less than minimum wage; Lyft disagrees
A report released by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry found wages for drivers working for transportation network companies like Uber and Lyft fall below the minimum wage rates in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. However, Lyft officials say they are skeptical of the data.
Strike avoided as St. Paul teachers, district reach contract deal
Leaders of St. Paul’s teachers union said Tuesday afternoon they’ve reached a tentative agreement with the school district on contracts as a March 11 strike date neared. District officials said the deal means there will not be a strike and school will remain in session. 
Thousands of Twin Cities janitors begin three-day strike
About 4,000 commercial janitors from around the Twin Cities started a three-day strike on Monday — with additional walkouts by other unions planned, or possible, over the next week.
St. Paul teachers, schools end negotiations for weekend but will pick up on Monday
After nearly 40 hours of mediation talks this weekend, the St. Paul Public Schools and the union representing teachers failed to reach an agreement on a new contract. The two sides plan to meet again Monday.
Visual symphony: Macalester hosts 'American Ledger'
“American Ledger no. 1” is based on a visual score by Raven Chacon that tells the story of America using unconventional instruments including chopping wood and lighting matches.
Review: ‘Hells Canyon’ at Theater Mu
“Hells Canyon,” premiered by Theater Mu in Minneapolis, looks at a historical crime as a horror story set in a remote Oregon cabin, echoing the vibe of classics like “Evil Dead.”