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Silence, boredom and awe: Solo camping and its special pleasures
From early adopters to fresh solo travelers, Minnesota Star Tribune readers share tips for a rich, safe experience.
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Minnesota counties look to regulate the ‘wild west’ of data centers
Regulations governing data centers vary by location across Minnesota, and now some counties are considering their own policies.
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New restaurants to pop up in Duluth, Oakdale and Bryn Mawr in Minneapolis
Plus: After a rough start to the year, El Tejaban Mexican Grill in Richfield is closing.
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Rise, shine and get to the office
Plus: Big expectations for Prime Day
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NBA Draft preview: Wolves have no first-round picks following Randle trade
The Minnesota Timberwolves do not have a first-round draft pick ahead of Tuesday’s NBA Draft following Monday night’s three-team blockbuster trade that sent forward Julius Randle to the Brooklyn Nets. Instead, the wolves traded the 28th pick and acquired the 33rd pick. Minneso...
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Scattered T-Storms this afternoon then Turning Hot this Weekend.
Today will start out Dry in the Twin Cities with some Sunshine before the Noon Hour then Mainly Cloudy with Scattered T-Storms after 2 p.m. and some of the T-Storms could produce Heavy Downpours of Rain. Highs Today in the mid 70s with dew point temperatures climbing into the Mu...
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Minnesota native Kate Smith-Stroh to play KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Hazeltine National Golf Club
The five-time state high school champion from Detroit Lakes will get chance to compete this week with No. 1 Nelly Korda.
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How long does it take to buy a house in Minneapolis in 2026? - knoxradio.com
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Legal expert: Parents gathered thousands of signatures, but it may not be enough to stop Anoka-Hennepin school cuts
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Legal expert: Parents gathered thousands of signatures, but it may not be enough to stop...
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Frey talks $30M budget gap: ‘Everything on the table’ to avoid property tax spike
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Frey talks $30M budget gap: ‘Everything on the table’ to avoid property tax spike Ha...
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3 injured in north Minneapolis shooting, no arrests made
Three people are injured after a shooting in north Minneapolis on Monday night. The Minneapolis Police Department says that just before 8:20 p.m., officers responded to the report of a shooting on the 1600 block of Girard Avenue North. Authorities found a man with non-life-...
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Parent-led petition targets Anoka-Hennepin school board over budget cuts
Parents in the state’s largest school district are leading a grassroots push to let voters decide on a school funding levy this fall.
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Shohei Ohtani and Freddie Freeman homer for the Dodgers in their 2-1 win over the Twins
Shohei Ohtani hit a leadoff home run, Freddie Freeman also went deep to break a sixth-inning tie and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Minnesota Twins 2-1 on Monday night. Eric Lauer (3-5) pitched six hitless innings for Los Angeles after opener Will Klein allowed Byron Buxton’...
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Another round of storms expected Tuesday – Chris
A Pleasant Monday Evening, But Storms Return Tuesday Good Monday evening! It’s a pleasant start to the week across Minnesota, with sunshine, comfortable temperatures, and quiet conditions taking us through the rest of the evening. Tonight will stay partly cloudy and seasona...
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Timberwolves trade Julius Randle and first-round pick to Brooklyn
Randle played two seasons for the Timberwolves, but was dealt to clear salary cap room.
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Timberwolves trading Julius Randle, No. 28 pick to the Nets in 3-team deal
The Timberwolves are making a big move ahead of Tuesday night’s NBA Draft. On Monday night, Minnesota traded Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick in Tuesday’s draft to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team trade that also includes the Chicago Bulls. As part of the trade, Nic Claxt...
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Timberwolves trade Julius Randle, re-sign Ayo Dosunmu in Draft-eve moves
The Timberwolves are making big moves ahead of Tuesday night’s NBA Draft. On Monday night, Minnesota traded Julius Randle and the No. 28 pick in Tuesday’s draft to the Brooklyn Nets in a three-team trade that also includes the Chicago Bulls. That move enabled them to immedi...
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KARE 11 Anchors Husband Suspected Of Drunk Boating In Wisconsin Crash: Report - Patch
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Inver Grove Heights City Council meeting cut short before data center vote, residents furious
Tensions ran high at the Inver Grove Heights City Council meeting on Monday night as plans to discuss a controversial data center were derailed by an abrupt adjournment and shouting from those in attendance....
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Plant-based meats recalled over possible plastic in the nuggets and patties
MorningStar Farms recalled two of its plant-based products over concerns that the frozen food items may have pieces of plastic in them.
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State launching study to determine whether to lift moratorium on new nuclear power plants
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Nuclear power expansion Over the last few months, you may have seen billboards aroun...
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Chaos erupts on American Airlines flight as unruly passenger allegedly bites fellow traveler midair
An American Airlines flight descended into chaos Sunday morning after a passenger was accused of biting another traveler and attempting to fight others onboard....
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Shots fired near U of M campus, police investigating Dinkytown area
Police are investigating after shots were fired near the University of Minnesota campus Monday afternoon.
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Carlos Mencia pleads not guilty to 12 felony charges of failure to pay taxes
Comedian Carlos Mencia has pleaded not guilty to 12 felony charges alleging he failed to report or pay taxes on over $8 million in earnings. Here's what to know....
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Watch: Rogers high school graduate Jayden Kurtz pumped to hear name called during this week’s NHL Draft
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Jayden Kurtz Web 6-12-26 Ahead of the June 26-27th NHL Draft, KSTP Sports caught up ...
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Pentagon seeks $80 billion from Congress for Iran war
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Pentagon has told senators it needs roughly $80 billion, mostly to cover the cost of the U.S. war against Iran, adding to what is already a sizable military spending boost being sought by President Donald Trump. The White House Office of Management and Budg...
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Reports of shots fired in Dinkytown - The Minnesota Daily
Reports of shots fired in Din...
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Boston close call as American and Delta jets were only 300 feet apart, expert says
Just a few hundred feet was all that separated a departing American Airlines jet and an inbound Delta Air Lines flight last weekend during a close call on a runway at Boston’s Logan Airport, an aviation expert estimated....
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Edina man turns 100 still golfing, walking hallways with clubs to stay strong
A centenarian in Edina is proving that age is just a number, especially when it comes to staying active and connected.
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Major hero award for long-distance traveler who pulled off life-saving Mississippi River rescue
Dustin Colson Leaning said, “There definitely was a risk, but it’ didn’t feel like a hero’s feat.”
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DoorDash scam in Minnesota: Drivers lose hundreds to fake support calls
DoorDash drivers in Minnesota say they are being targeted by scammers who steal their hard-earned money by pretending to be company support staff, and have so far lost hundreds....
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2525 Xylon Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55426 - Realtor.com
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Workers picket at Target Field ahead of Twins-Dodgers game
Hundreds of hospitality staff are on strike as they push for higher wages and healthcare from employer Delaware North.
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Why MnDOT fully shuts down some Minnesota highways during construction
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Why MnDOT fully shuts down some Minnesota highways during construction Whether you’r...
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Nearly 4,000 robotaxis recalled over risk of driving in construction zones
A new recall of Waymo’s robotaxis comes after multiple reported incidents of the autonomous vehicles driving past ramp closures into construction sites....
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Bemidji derecho: 1 year later, wildfire risk and recovery continue
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Recovery continues year after big Beltrami Co. stormSome areas got 120+ mph winds, cutti...
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Woman steals IDs, becomes fake therapist to fraud Minnesota Medicaid system
A woman faces several charges after authorities say she operated as a fake therapist and billed Minnesota’s Medicaid program for $108,000 in services.
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Watch: After a 5-1 week, Twins return home trying to ride momentum vs. defending champs Dodgers
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Special Olympics 2026 USA Games in Minnesota: Your guide to the games
The Special Olympics is holding its 2026 USA Games in the Twin Cities. The games began last Saturday and are underway through this Friday. Here's everything you need to know if you want to stop by to support the athletes....
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Saving for a vacation without coming home to a pile of debt
It’s that time of year when a lot of us start thinking about a summer getaway. There are some easy ways to save for that trip so you can enjoy the vacation without coming home to a pile of debt. Travel experts say to open a separate savings account specifically for your tri...
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Intoxication by husband of KARE 11’s Julie Nelson suspected in Wisconsin boat crash, officials say
The boat ran into an island around 11 p.m. on June 13.
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Explore La Crosse
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Sourdough double chocolate muffins
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Wise Decision Wisdom Teeth Specialists
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Shiverz Ice Cream
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } Shiverz Ice CreamShiverz Ice Cream Twin Cities Live in Your Town is back, and this ti...
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Man sentenced for Bloomington crash that killed passenger
A man charged with causing a crash that killed the passenger in his car while he was under the influence has learned his prison sentence. The crash happened in Bloomington in April 2025. Dior Cortez Wheeler, 33, was sentenced to more than five years (61 months) in prison and m...
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Special Olympics USA Games
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6/22 Host Chat
@keyframes spin { 0% { transform:rotate(0deg); } 100% { transform:rotate(360deg); } } 6/22 Host Chat6/22 Host Chat Twin Cities Live’s former intern, Anna Brennan, was just...
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Target Field concession workers go on strike ahead of Twins/Dodgers series
The Minnesota Twins are back home for one of their biggest series of the season so far, and Target Field’s concession workers are going on strike.
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Pedestrian hit and killed near Bemidji Sunday
A 65-year-old man was hit and killed by a vehicle west of Bemidji on Sunday night. The Beltrami County Sheriff’s Office says that it happened on Division Street Northwest. The call came in to dispatch at about 10:43 p.m. When deputies, officers and first responders arrived,...
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Man sentenced to nearly 16 years for assaults that left twin sons with dozens of fractures
A Ramsey County man will be spending the rest of the decade and then some behind bars for assaults that left his 3-month-old twin sons with 60 fractures. A judge on Monday sentenced 20-year-old Dylan Raymond Strain to nearly 16 years (189 months) in prison, giving him consecut...
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Judge blocks Trump administration’s database to check citizenship, personal information
A federal judge has ruled that a revamped federal tool that state election officials have used in their efforts to identify illegally registered noncitizen voters is unlawful and cannot be used....
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FDNY EMT arrested at JFK after CBP officers allegedly find child sexual abuse material in phone
A 23-year-old individual was arrested at JFK International Airport after investigators found a "large volume of child sexual abuse material" on their phone....
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2 more suspects charged in multi-state White House UFC attack plot: Justice Department
Federal prosecutors have charged two more individuals as co-conspirators in a thwarted multi-state plot to launch an alleged mass-casualty drone and sniper assault at the White House UFC event....
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Ella Langley saves a Halloween treat for St. Paul: Her tour’s final stop
Tickets will go on sale Friday for the “Choosin’ Texas” hitmaker.
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Judge blocks use of federal database to check citizenship, saying it could wrongly purge voters
WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Monday ruled that a recently revamped version of a federal tool central to the Trump administration’s election integrity strategy is unlawful and can no longer be used. U.S. District Court Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan sided with advocacy groups ...
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Forest Service proposes tougher cancellation rules for Boundary Waters permits
The agency hopes smaller refunds will discourage permit hoarding and put more reservations back into circulation for would-be visitors.
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Senate is set to pass a bipartisan housing bill aimed at increasing supply and lowering prices
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate is set to pass a bipartisan housing bill on Monday that aims to bring down prices and increase supply in one of the most sweeping efforts in recent decades to reduce federal regulations and increase local control. The bill has been the focus of intens...
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Jury finds that seller Chad Banken preyed on Muslim homebuyers
Jurors found real estate broker Chadwick Banken guilty Monday afternoon of consumer fraud and discrimination for selling homes at inflated prices and for preying on Muslim buyers. The verdict comes after two weeks of testimony and more than seven hours of deliberation. Ba...
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Senate passes a bipartisan housing bill aimed at increasing supply and lowering prices
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate passed a bipartisan housing bill on Monday that aims to reduce federal regulations and expand local control, one of the most sweeping efforts in recent decades to increase supply and bring down prices. The bill, which passed 85-5 and now heads to the...
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