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February 3, 2015 4:00 AM

After 4 years of ALS, Kramer senses 'tipping point'

Bruce Kramer isn't as worried about his increasing pain as he is about losing his power to communicate.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 3, 2015 4:00 AM

Minnesota's higher taxes on top earners didn't spark exodus

The number of top Minnesota earners who filed 2013 tax returns was higher than expected -- a sign that Dayton's push to raise taxes on the state's wealthiest earners has not caused many to flee.

by Tom Scheck

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February 2, 2015 10:28 PM

Jury finds Fitch guilty in cop killing

Brian Fitch was convicted Monday night of murdering Mendota Heights Police Officer Scott Patrick during a July 30 traffic stop.

by Trisha Volpe and Peter Cox

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February 2, 2015 8:58 AM

Dylan says Sinatra had a special talent

The songs in Bob Dylan's new album are drawn from the classic American songbook and were all previously recorded by Frank Sinatra.

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February 2, 2015 8:04 AM

Capitol committees to scrutinize Dayton budget this week

Dayton unveiled a two-year, $42 billion general fund spending blueprint last Tuesday.

by Cathy Wurzer and Tim Pugmire

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February 1, 2015 6:00 PM

At Kopplin's, tipping is out so workers get a raise

Customers at Kopplin's Coffee on the western edge of St. Paul are paying higher prices that give workers a raise. But many still want to tip.

by Nikki Tundel

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January 30, 2015 12:45 PM

Johnson leaves lesson plan for Mpls. schools, but will it be used?

Bernadeia Johnson leaves behind a plan to close the achievement gap and a debate about whether her plan should be scrapped.

by Tim Post

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January 30, 2015 8:55 AM

Beethoven takes over Fargo-Moorhead

Beethoven Fest begins with a performance Saturday night at the North Dakota State University Festival Concert Hall featuring the Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra.