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Sun finally comes out for University of Minnesota Solar Vehicle Project team
U students secure long-sought victory in 2022 American Solar Challenge.
Jon Savitt returns to Minnesota to encourage young people to consider a comedy career
After a decade away, St. Louis Park native returns home to offer a free workshop for high school students.
M Health Fairview nurse spent nearly three decades searching for the person who changed his life
This summer, Mohamed Jama Mohamed finally got the chance to say thank you.
What are the top five immigrant groups in Minnesota?
The origin countries of Minnesota's foreign-born population has changed significantly in the last three decades.
Hennepin County Board looks to raise county employee minimum wage to $20 per hour
The board will vote on the measure March 23.
Beacon Academy teacher delights school with goofy educational YouTube show
Videographer Dan Lee's goofy educational YouTube show has taken a charter school by storm.
Man charged in murder outside Minneapolis shopping center
Mubarak Musse turned himself in Monday, the criminal complaint said.
1 killed in head-on crash with semi on Interstate 94 near Sauk Centre
The pickup driver was going west in the eastbound lanes.
Yusef Carrillo appointed to fill temporary vacancy on St. Paul school board
Term lasts until a special election in November.
Baby born in Mpls. hospital drop-off zone named after security officer who helped deliver her
Tiffany Gonzalez was so eager to enter the world, her mother couldn't even get inside the hospital.
New Minneapolis parks program hopes to engage students in creative arts
The first Creation Space is a music production studio in Powderhorn Park.
New Minneapolis parks program hopes to engage students in creative arts
The first Creation Space is a music production studio in Powderhorn Park.
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits to unionize, joining national trend in nonprofits
Vote set for April is part of a nationwide trend in the sector.
Paramount Center for the Arts still going strong thanks to virtual programming, funding
The St. Cloud theater is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year.
How safe is it, really, to walk on Minnesota's iced-over lakes?
"The standard answer is, really, ice is never 100% safe," said a DNR recreation safety coordinator. And early- and late-season ice is the most unpredictable.
DNR team focuses on upgrading Minnesota wildlife management areas for physically disabled
Where it can, the state's Department of Natural Resources wants to make sure areas can accommodate disabled users.
Minneapolis tent encampment gets reprieve after residents, volunteers organize
Mpls. cancels eviction as tightknit residents with local support seek permanent housing.
Bus drivers go beyond job description to help students during the pandemic
Their regular routine has been thrown into reverse by the pandemic, but many are going out of their way to keep students safe and help others in need.
Some Minnesota schools change first day of 2021-22 school year due to Rosh Hashana
The Jewish holiday lands on the traditional first day of school this year.
New Hennepin History Museum exhibit honors health care workers of another era
The Hennepin History Museum's "Local Heroes" display covers a century of innovation and trailblazers in the medical field.
Minnesota native played crucial role in designing Mars rover
Roger Wiens has loved science since he and his brother built rockets in Mountain Lake.
Minneapolis gym hopes to reopen outdoor workout space shut down by the city
Neighbors object to the grunts and the clanking weights, but the gym says its business is on the line.
U can enter into alcohol licensing, sponsorships — without Goldy Gopher
The athletic department is estimated to receive $300,000 per year, with a portion going to alcohol education and recovery programs.
U's CEHD America Reads mentorship keeps kids engaged despite COVID challenges
The U program has continued to pair college students with youth despite COVID-related challenges.
For show to go on, college theater productions get creative
In addition to shows with small crowds, colleges are experimenting with other formats.
For the show to go on, Minnesota college student theater productions get creative
In addition to shows with small crowds, colleges are experimenting with other formats.
Minnesota law enforcement officers played a role in inauguration security
Officers from multiple departments traveled together to Washington.
Minnesota student teachers navigate pandemic as they prepare for their careers
Aspiring teachers are learning how to deal with problems the profession has never faced before.
Nonprofit Settled unveils designs for tiny homes to combat homelessness in St. Paul
The nonprofit Settled hopes little communities can be part of a solution to house the homeless.
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Minneapolis protesters seek focus on progressive priorities
About 120 people highlighted a host of issues during a rally and march.
IRS cautions Minnesotans about COVID-19-related stimulus payment scams
The bureau's criminal investigation division says a "new wave" of scams could be coming.
It's really back to school now for state's youngest students
Many elementary schools around the state brought the youngest elementary students back Tuesday, with more to follow in the coming weeks.
Tool Library builds 600 desks for students learning at home
More than 500 St. Paul households filled out a request form before the Tool Library stopped taking applications, asking for 1,500 to 2,000 desks.
Karen couple become U.S. citizens in special private naturalization ceremony at St. Paul home
The couple took the oath of allegiance at home due to the husband's ailing health.
Karen couple become U.S. citizens in special private ceremony at St. Paul home
The couple took the oath of allegiance at home due to the husband's ailing health.
New partnership could put University of Minnesota at center of biomanufacturing industry
The BioMADE institute will be housed on the U's St. Paul campus.
