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George Latimer, St. Paul's longest-serving mayor, dies at 89
Latimer, who served as mayor from 1976 to 1990, was an unparalleled champion and cheerleader of the capital city.
Why didn't Minneapolis and St. Paul ever merge?
It was once considered "manifest destiny" that the two cities would become one.
Did a Nazi sympathizer once represent Minnesota in the U.S. Senate?
Ernest Lundeen's long career in Minnesota politics culminated in a fight to stay out of World War II — and came to a tragic conclusion.
Review: 'The Abyss,' by Max Hastings
Books in brief
Who was Hennepin and why did Minnesota name so many things after him?
The 17th century Catholic priest spent a short time in Minnesota, but left a long legacy.
Was Charles Lindbergh a Nazi sympathizer?
The Minnesota native drew controversy for his remarks and actions preceding America's intervention in World War II.
John Thompson survived his farm accident 30 years ago. Surviving his fame has proven harder
He doesn't dwell on what happened to him; his attitude is that stuff happens, you move on. But he's hoping for better times — maybe in Minneapolis.
Why isn't Minnesota's sacrifice at Gettysburg better remembered?
Dozens of Minnesota soldiers charged to their deaths in one of the Civil War's most important battles, helping deliver a victory for the Union Army.
Five injured in early morning house explosion in Cambridge
"The fact that anyone walked out of it is miraculous."
Review: 'American Republics,' by Alan Taylor
NONFICTION: A look at the country during a time when it was deeply divided and its continuity was not assured.
Jim Klobuchar, longtime Star Tribune columnist and adventurer, dies at 93
The father of Sen. Amy Klobuchar spent more than four decades in journalism.
Was Charles Lindbergh a Nazi sympathizer?
Years after his famous transatlantic flight, the Minnesota native drew controversy for his remarks and actions preceding America's intervention in World War II.
'Song of Hiawatha' poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow's influence extended far beyond south Mpls.
NONFICTION: A new biography shows how Longfellow left his mark on the world — and on Minneapolis.
Minnesota Zoo to reopen July 24 with ticket reservations, restrictions
Masks will be required, social distancing practiced and the number of visitors limited.
Juneteenth brings celebration, reflection as Walz calls for state holiday
Kicking off events in Minnesota, Gov. Tim Walz proclaimed Friday as Juneteenth Freedom Day and called on the Legislature to make June 19 a state holiday to mark the end of slavery in the United States.
Review: 'Hymns of the Republic,' by S.C. Gwynne
NONFICTION: A personal and gripping account of the last months of the Civil War.
Ramsey County to open eight early-voting sites next week
The number of locations is slightly down from the dozen sites that the county opened in 2018, when there were more elections.
Hennepin County Commissioner Jan Callison won't seek re-election in 2020
Former chairwoman has served on the County Board since 2008.
Review: 'The British Are Coming,' by Rick Atkinson.
NONFICTION: A historian examines crucial first two years of the Revolutionary War.
Developer withdraws 'Project Hotdish' megaplan for Brooklyn Park
The company said it still plans to develop the NorthPark Business Center.
Review: 'These Truths,' by Jill Lepore
NONFICTION: From Columbus to Trump, historian Jill Lepore examines U.S. history through the lens of rights.
Jack Lavold is named to Washington County Board
The longtime member of the South Washington Watershed District was appointed to replace Karla Bigham.
Hennepin County courts getting ready for Super Bowl squeeze
Cases will be shifted to suburban sites if possible during Super Bowl week.
Ramsey County extending hours to handle tax prepayments
The county's Property Tax Services office will be open from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday to accommodate the expected surge of taxpayers.
REVIEW: 'Grant,' by Ron Chernow
NONFICTION: U.S. Grant, long dismissed as a brutish general and mediocre president, is convincingly rehabilitated by the biographer who made Hamilton sing.
St. Paul's maverick Dave Thune riding into retirement
After 20 colorful and unorthodox years on the City Council, Dave Thune is ready to hop on a Harley and play more guitar.
Coleman says mayors, businesses important in shaping green policy
The St. Paul mayor has been attending the international climate change talks in Paris as part of a delegation of mayors from the Mississippi River basin.
St. Paul City Council backs refugee resettlement
Council members unanimously backed the symbolic resolution at Wednesday's meeting.
St. Paul aims to give its recycling program a no-tubs makeover by 2017
St. Paul is seeking bids for the services, which will include wheeled and lidded carts instead of tubs.
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Work to settle St. Paul council race via ranked-choice runoff starts Monday
Recount will determine who will represent Second Ward on the City Council.
St. Paul City Council incumbents win; Second Ward goes to runoff
Tight race for Second Ward seat will go to county to sort out ranked choices.
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St. Paul dropping plan for parking meters on Grand
A controversial proposal to install parking meters on St. Paul's Grand Avenue is being dropped, a council member said Thursday.
St. Paul sets community meetings on police review board audit
Feedback collected from the three meetings will be used in making recommendations to Mayor Chris Coleman on possible changes to the board.
District Energy St. Paul aims to drop coal within five years
The year 2021 is the nonprofit's target as it eyes broader use of renewables.
Review: 'Custer's Trials: A Life on the Frontier of a New America,' by T.J. Stiles
NONFICTION: Pulitzer winner T.J. Stiles skillfully recasts the story of the legendary Boy General, focusing on a crowded life of ambitions and frustrations that would finally bring him to his fate at the Little Bighorn.
Lease talks formalized for St. Paul soccer stadium
Successful lease negotiations would give the city site control should Major League Soccer officials approve the St. Paul location, at Snelling Avenue and Interstate 94, for an 18,500-seat stadium.
St. Paul's Kellogg Boulevard project won't be finished until next spring
Unexpected terrain delays reconstruction of bridges.
St. Paul mayor sets Monday meeting on Grand Avenue parking meters
An age-old proposal still provokes plenty of wrath.
St. Paul stadium agreement could keep much information private
The parties, expected to approve the agreement Wednesday, say the data practices language is routine; meanwhile, the city is forming a community committee to help guide planning for the stadium site.
St. Paul mayor to conduct community meeting soon on meters for Grand Avenue
Chris Coleman's office said he will conduct a community meeting on Grand Av. parking plan.
St. Paul voters in back-to-basics mood for council election
Stadiums and parking meters may get more attention, but streets, services and tax relief are bigger issues in City Council election.
Parties to propel lease negotiations for potential St. Paul soccer stadium site
City Council, Port Authority and Met Council press efforts at leasing site in Midway for pro stadium.
Grass-roots group urges St. Paul candidates to back its call for more responsive City Hall
With St. Paul elections less than a month away, a group of community leaders frustrated by what they say is a lack of transparency at City Hall.
Grand Avenue businesses to host community meeting on parking meters
The St. Paul City Council is expected to vote on the mayor's proposal this month.
Merchants decry plan for parking meters on St. Paul's Grand Avenue
Merchants in the St. Paul shopping district say parking meters will hurt business.
Protesters will demonstrate at but not interfere with marathon
Black Lives Matter officials said Thursday that city officials listened to their concerns about the police, which was the group's goal.
A dozen projects near Green Line win $600,000 in Knight Foundation grants
The Knight Foundation judged them best for neighborhoods.
Eastwood named director of St. Paul library system
She will take over next week from Kit Hadley, who had served as the city's library head since 2009.
St. Paul OKs metered evening parking for downtown
A controversial metered pilot project for Grand Avenue starts next year.
East metro counties agree to buy Newport garbage processing plant
Public ownership will mean more control over technologies and costs, commissioners say.
Hennepin, Ramsey county boards approve tax levy ceilings
The two counties raised their maximum property tax hikes to 4.5% and 2.8%, respectively.
MLS chief praises St. Paul soccer site, but says no deal yet
The soccer league's commissioner offered praise for St. Paul's Midway area, but stadium details remain.
MLS chief says St. Paul soccer site 'really makes sense'
Garber said he likes potential St. Paul soccer stadium site, but details need to be finalized before anything is done there.
St. Paul expected to approve sale of Lowertown apartment building
The Lofts at Farmers Market would be put back in private hands.
Ramsey County Board backs tax break for soccer stadium site
Commissioners said a stadium could prompt development of the Midway shopping district.
Minnesota United owner looked at 30 stadium sites, had 3 finalists
Bill McGuire told a St. Paul group of community leaders that they "will like" the kind of potential development being discussed in conjunction with construction of the 18,500-seat stadium.
Maplewood man suspected in wife's fatal shooting arrested in Illinois
Todd Larry Tennin had been missing for nearly two weeks since the Aug. 23 shooting that killed his wife, April.
Major League Soccer team owners close in on stadium deal for St. Paul
St. Paul appears to be the choice of Minnesota United team officials as home for a new Major League Soccer team and $150 million stadium, sources told the Star Tribune.
T. Eugene Thompson, attorney who hired hit man to kill his wife, dies
Carol Thompson's murder and her husband's trial captured national attention and the case was said to have been an inspiration for the move "Fargo."
