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February 18, 2015 8:37 AM

'You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling' was most played song on radio, TV

The Righteous Brothers hit was No. 1 on the U.S. pop charts and featured producer Phil Spector's legendary "wall of sound" technique.

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February 18, 2015 6:01 AM

Anti-terror efforts divide Twin Cities Muslims

A pilot program to support Muslim communities is facing a backlash from some Muslim leaders. Some say U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger should leave the social work and fundraising to others.

by Laura Yuen

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February 17, 2015 11:09 AM

Legislative auditor rips MNsure leaders for troubled launch

MNsure staff withheld information from its board and the website's technical problems were a nightmare for consumers, the auditor said in a damning report on the health plan exchange's early operation.

by Catharine Richert

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February 17, 2015 8:06 AM

Lennon song included on album because of lawsuit

"You Can't Catch Me" was one of the tracks on his album "Rock and Roll," which came out 40 years ago today.

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February 17, 2015 6:00 AM

Habsburg Empire art makes a rare trip to Minnesota

It's not often that works from Europe's famous Habsburg Empire make their way to the United States.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 16, 2015 9:00 AM

High school high kickers embroiled in controversy

One of the stranger sports stories that broke over the weekend involved the state high school dance team tournament.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 16, 2015 7:27 AM

Twin Cities theater legend Don Stolz dies

Stolz, who led the Old Log Theater for decades, was considered the godfather of the Twin Cities theater scene.

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February 16, 2015 7:25 AM

'Cheap Thrills' just one part of Andrew's eclectic career

Guitarist Sam Andrew, one of the founding members of Big Brother and the Holding Company, died Feb. 12 at the age of 73.

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February 16, 2015 7:23 AM

Flap over pay raises due to flare up at Capitol

It's President's Day, but Minnesota lawmakers are on the job, and there's no break in sight from the ongoing flap over salary increases for members of DFL Gov. Mark Dayton's cabinet.

by Cathy Wurzer and Tim Pugmire