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For many, Minneapolis parks offer a way to beat the heat
The city of Minneapolis has pools, beaches, wading pools and splash pads plus a few water parks to help people stay cool amid sweltering temperatures. They were busy Wednesday.
Finn Fest opens in Duluth, commits to the city for next five years
Around 2,000 people are expected at Finn Fest in Duluth, a five-day festival celebrating Finnish culture that features music, film, art and shopping, along with talks on Finland’s recent acceptance into NATO, and even public saunas.
Two children, ages 7 and 11, were wounded by gunfire while inside a home in Minneapolis early Wednesday.
As UMN officials contemplate the future of a destination academic medical system, others wait
The proposed partnership between Fairview Health Services and South Dakota-based Sanford Health was contentious from the moment it was announced, drawing ire from union officials, private citizens and public officials alike.
Minneapolis expands program to prevent child homelessness
A Minneapolis program designed to help prevent kids’ families from becoming homeless is expanding for the next school year, with the aim of helping twice as many families with children to avoid experiencing homelessness.