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Twin Cities News

Stay informed about Twin Cities news with local stories, breaking news, and more from MPR News, your hub for the latest updates in Twin Cities Minnesota.

Group staging protest of GAMC elimination

A group of low-income people and advocates will stage a "never-ending emergency room waiting line" outside of the Hennepin County Medical Center on Wednesday, to protest the elimination of General Assistance Medical Care.
by Madeleine Baran

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Missouri murder suspect arrested in Minneapolis

Law enforcement officers from Minnesota and Missouri have arrested a man in Minneapolis who is wanted for murder in St. Louis.

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Poll: Obama would beat Pawlenty if election held now

A new poll by St. Cloud State University shows President Obama would defeat Gov. Tim Pawlenty if the 2012 presidential election were held today.
by Mike Mulcahy

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Experts gather in St. Paul for renewable energy conference

About 700 people from industry, academia, and politics gathered in St. Paul today Tuesday to learn about the latest trends in renewable energy.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Watchdog group calling for Bachmann investigation

The watchdog group Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington, or CREW, is calling for an investigation of Minnesota Republican Congresswoman Michele Bachmann.
by Tim Pugmire

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Some county Web sites lacking in clinic information

Public H1N1 flu vaccine clinics are happening in most counties throughout the state this week, but it might be easier for the public to get information about the clinics in some counties than others.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Former St. Paul speakeasy avoids demolition, for now

Former St. Paul speakeasy avoids demolition, for now

Community members have prevented the planned demolition of a former speakeasy in St. Paul, a place where "pretty girl entertainers" mingled with mobsters during the heyday of the Roaring '20s.
by Madeleine Baran

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Historical Society seeking applicants for $7M in grants

The Minnesota Historical Society is seeking applicants for almost $7 million in grants available for history-based projects paid for with money from the constitutional amendment that raised the sales tax.
by Euan Kerr

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Leaders adjusting sick leave for Capitol staff to combat H1N1

Leaders in the Minnesota House and Senate are adjusting sick leave policies for staffers to prepare for a potential flu outbreak.
by Tim Pugmire

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Changes in Minneapolis streets still causing confusion

Changes in Minneapolis streets still causing confusion

Lately, a few major streets in downtown Minneapolis have undergone changes and some travelers are having a difficult time getting used to the new layout.
by Brandt Williams

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