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Longtime Pioneer Press editor, columnist Rubén Rosario dies at age 70
Longtime St. Paul Pioneer Press journalist Rubén Rosario, who over the course of more than 2,000 columns directed a spotlight on — in his words — “unheralded ordinary people and issues that deserved more attention,” has died.
Art Hounds: North country expressionist landscapes
In this week’s Art Hounds: Art Project 605 showcases Jennie Ward’s abstract landscapes, Maithree performs a blend of Indian and Western classical music and the Minnesota Original Music Festival features the 48-Hour Band Challenge.
After losing legs in shredder, Minnesota man sets a path forward
Jeff McLean was lucky to be alive after falling into an industrial paper shredder at work last April, but it cost him his lower legs. He and his family face a future of change and challenges. It’s a journey they want others to understand.
Dangerous high-speed chases the focus of new Minnesota police pursuit policy
Executive director of Minnesota Board of Peace Officer Standards and Training Erik Misselt weighed in about a new model policy for high-speed chases and police pursuits.
New cookbook celebrates fresh and soulful recipes from north Minneapolis
Princess Titus, co-founder of Appetite for Change, shared a glimpse into the stories and people that inspired the cookbook “Appetite for Change: Soulful Recipes from a north Minneapolis Kitchen.”
Mai Thor works at the intersection of inclusivity and accessibility
Mai Thor is a Hmong woman and refugee from Laos who contracted polio at a young age and dedicates much of her time to being a disability justice advocate.
Analyst: Democratic division over Biden could sway elections in Minnesota
Minnesota’s 2nd Congressional District is home to incumbent Angie Craig and is also one of the most embattled, competitive districts in the country. President Joe Biden’s performance at the first presidential debate of 2024 may sway congressional elections in Minnesota and elsewhere for Democrats.
‘Foodiest foodie fair ever:’ A critic dishes on new 2024 Minnesota State Fair foods
James Beard Award-winning food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl dishes on the ins and outs of this years new State Fair food list. What’s gourmet and what’s gimmicky?
New AI security measure at Mall of America raises concerns for some 
Mall of America officials say the facial recognition system launched in June is accurate, effective and is an important addition to its existing security measures. However, some experts and state lawmakers worry about risks to privacy or possible misuse of the technology.
Minnesota state trooper faces multiple felony charges after fatal Rochester crash
The charges allege that trooper Shane Roper was traveling at 83 mph in a 40 mph zone in Rochester — without his emergency lights activated — when he collided with two other vehicles in May. The crash killed 18-year-old Olivia Flores of Owatonna.