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Here's where to see fall colors this weekend
It's finally peak fall color season in central and southern Minnesota. Sadly, much of northern Minnesota is past its peak.
Elvis out with 'new' record
"If I Can Dream: Elvis Presley with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra" combines existing recordings of Presley's voice with new music performed by the orchestra.
This week on Art Hounds we check out a double-header at Icehouse, partake of an "Instameet" in Albert Lea and visit a show of abstract paintings in Duluth.
Lynx capture 3rd WNBA title in 5 years with 69-52 win at home
A parade down Hennepin Avenue is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Friday with a celebration inside Target Center to follow.
Ponikvar was influential voice on Iron Range
Ponikvar passed away Tuesday at the age of 96. She was named one of the state's 150 most important people by the Minnesota Historical Society.
British rock pioneer Cliff Richard turns 75
John Lennon once said, "before Cliff Richard and the Shadows there was nothing worth listening to in British music."
Minneapolis school board cancels contract with Reading Horizons
Many said books provided by the Utah company included racial stereotypes. The board will explore options for a refund of the $1.2 million spent so far.
Aerosmith, others ask Trump to stop playing their songs
On Saturday, Steven Tyler's lawyers sent a cease-and-desist order to the campaign, which says that playing the song at rallies gives the impression that Tyler supports Trump's presidential bid.