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Perfect ice conditions draw skaters to Twin Cities lakes
During the dry cold snap, lakes in the Twin Cities and around the state turned mirror-like with smooth surfaces of clear ice. Consistent cold temperatures, calm conditions and a lack of snow created perfectly natural ice skating venues.
Art Hounds recommend still lives, stained glass and live jazz
This week, Art Hounds invites you to discover the vibrant local art scene featuring live music, inspiring exhibits and unique artistry in St. Cloud and beyond.
The overlaps and differences between the Minneapolis police federal, state consent decrees
The federal consent decree formalizes many policies that the police department put in place when the world’s attention was on Minneapolis after George Floyd’s murder in 2020 that are also in the settlement with the Minnesota Department of Human Rights.
Curator talks archiving Walz’s bid for VP, preserving political legacies
While brief, Gov. Tim Walz’s bid for vice president will add another chapter to his legacy in politics, and the Minnesota Historical Society has gotten a jumpstart on preserving it.
Morning Announcements for Jan. 7
Here are the morning announcements for Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2025.
Morning Announcements for Jan. 6
Here are the morning announcements for Monday, Jan. 6, 2025.
More Minnesota kids get exempted from required vaccinations. Here’s what’s happening
Nonmedical exemptions for required childhood vaccinations have risen steadily since 2020. Medical professionals say exemption counts are near the point where Minnesotans should be extremely concerned, especially when it comes to schools.