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November 29, 2018 4:00 AM

Twin Cities teen author aims to help children connect with dementia

Because of the stigma around the disease, Edie Weinstein said many young people may not feel comfortable around people with dementia. But she hopes her book will help bring about greater understanding for those with dementia.

by Cathy Wurzer and Austen Macalus

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November 29, 2018 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Three shows on the refugee experience

Whether it's fleeing civil war in Somalia, pleading for asylum at the border or being viewed as the enemy in your new home, these three shows each have something to say about immigration.

by Marianne Combs

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November 28, 2018 10:24 AM

'Tis the season for the Beach Boys' Christmas Album

Beach Boys founder Brian Wilson and his band will be at the Orpheum Theater in Minneapolis tonight, performing all the songs from the Beach Boys' 1964 Christmas Album. Mike Love, the only other surviving original member of the group, is also doing a holiday tour this year.

by Cathy Wurzer

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November 28, 2018 4:00 AM

An old Minnesota jail is now a leader for inmate mental health

Clay County's jail was, not long ago, the oldest in Minnesota. Now, it's home to what officials are calling the state's most unique approach to mental health care of inmates.

by Dan Gunderson

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November 28, 2018 4:00 AM

Low-income Minnesota families struggle to get dental care

Even though dental work is covered under public programs, few dentists are willing to do it because state payments are so low.

by Brian Bakst

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November 27, 2018 3:41 PM

Minneapolis plans to close homeless camp once emergency shelter opens

Until now, it was unclear what would happen with the site near Franklin and Hiawatha avenues in south Minneapolis.

by Matt Sepic and Max Nesterak

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November 27, 2018 10:57 AM

With farm bankruptcies on the rise, a look at the economics of dairy farming in Minnesota

Increased dairy production, coupled with stagnating demand, have kept prices low. At the same time, trade scuffles have made it harder for farmers to reach new consumers overseas.

by Cathy Wurzer

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November 27, 2018 10:47 AM

A custom playlist for your next flight, courtesy of Khruangbin

The band Khruangbin may be based in Texas, but its members embrace a wide variety of musical styles from around the world. They even have a website which creates custom music playlists for travelers based on basic flight info and preferences.

by Cathy Wurzer