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More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say

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Los Angeles-area mayors demand that Trump administration stop stepped-up immigration raids

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Ava Hanneman of Orono is Class 3A girls golf medalist; Cretin-Derham Hall’s Sam Udovich wins boys title

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Eden Prairie and Rogers advance to boys volleyball state championship match

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Oklahoma court clears the way for execution of a man convicted in a Tulsa woman's killing

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Our critic remembers musical genius Brian Wilson — and his Minnesota connections

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Twin Cities

‘Hundreds’ had ties to Feeding Our Future. Many may not face charges.

Twin Cities

‘Hundreds’ had ties to Feeding Our Future. Many may not face charges.

Lead prosecutor in expansive theft case: “We don’t have the resources.”

Minneapolis

Protester jailed on federal charges following last week’s federal operation is longtime activist

Outdoors

Feds now want employees on leave to help fight wildfires. Here’s what it could mean for Minnesota.

Politics

Trump, cabinet officials cite Mpls. riots, Walz’s response to justify troops in L.A.

Twins

Buxton’s exploits, at the plate and in the field, propel Twins past Rangers

Minneapolis

Federal charges suggest tie between recent shootings outside Twin Cities high school grad ceremonies

Lynx

Lynx’s perfect start reaches a sudden conclusion when they fall to the Storm

Lynx

Lynx’s perfect start reaches a sudden conclusion when they fall to the Storm

Music

Recapping Brian Wilson’s six (off and on) decades of Twin Cities performances

Music

Recapping Brian Wilson’s six (off and on) decades of Twin Cities performances

Vikings

This new Vikings cornerback could be a special teams star too

Vikings

This new Vikings cornerback could be a special teams star too

Outdoors

What new rules for data centers mean for the environment and the industry’s future in Minnesota

Outdoors

What new rules for data centers mean for the environment and the industry’s future in Minnesota

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Each Friday, our cast of locals who know Minnesota inside and out share the places worth a look, stories worth attention and events worth your time and money.

Greater Minnesota

Bemidji

Happy first anniversary of Lakes Country newsletter!

Bemidji

Happy first anniversary of Lakes Country newsletter!

From a rare bobcat to a strawberry moon: Celebrating one full year of the dispatches from Lakes Country.

Greater Minnesota

Law enforcement fatally shoots suspect in southern Minnesota; woman found dead in residence

Greater Minnesota

Law enforcement fatally shoots suspect in southern Minnesota; woman found dead in residence

Bemidji

Protesters rally at Lakeland PBS in Bemidji to reject Trump’s attack on public broadcasting

Bemidji

Protesters rally at Lakeland PBS in Bemidji to reject Trump’s attack on public broadcasting

Bemidji

Happy first anniversary of Lakes Country newsletter!

Bemidji

Happy first anniversary of Lakes Country newsletter!

From a rare bobcat to a strawberry moon: Celebrating one full year of the dispatches from Lakes Country.

Politics

Judge presiding over upcoming burglary trial of Sen. Nicole Mitchell denies motion to dismiss charge

Duluth

Kidnapping, assault charges dropped against four men with ties to Iron Range Hells Angels

Duluth

Exhumed Duluth priest gets new resting place as supporters start push toward sainthood

Duluth

Duluth EPA scientists rally support to stave off any closure of Great Lakes lab

Opinion

Columnists

Rash: Trump’s ill-advised military displays in Washington and LA

John Rash

Columnists

Rash: Trump’s ill-advised military displays in Washington and LA

John Rash

Parade and deployment are unnecessary and unwise displays of “hard power” amid a deemphasis of “soft power.”

Commentaries

Opinion: With the growing threat to democracy, it’s time for Gen Z to step up

Commentaries

Opinion: With the growing threat to democracy, it’s time for Gen Z to step up

Commentaries

Opinion: Top leaders in Minneapolis downplayed threats to immigrant communities

Readers Write

Readers Write: Science and vaccines, health care for undocumented adults, Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Columnists

Rash: Trump’s ill-advised military displays in Washington and LA

John Rash

Columnists

Rash: Trump’s ill-advised military displays in Washington and LA

John Rash

Parade and deployment are unnecessary and unwise displays of “hard power” amid a deemphasis of “soft power.”

Commentaries

Opinion: Top leaders in Minneapolis downplayed threats to immigrant communities

Readers Write

Readers Write: Science and vaccines, health care for undocumented adults, Kilmar Abrego Garcia

Strib Voices

Twin Cities

Roper: The ‘birthplace of Minneapolis’ is ready for its next chapter. Let’s tell the whole story.

Eric RoperColumnist

Columnists

Rash: Trump’s ill-advised military displays in Washington and LA

John RashEditorial Columnist

Commentaries

Opinion: With the growing threat to democracy, it’s time for Gen Z to step up

Haley Taylor Schlitz

Sports

Lynx

Lynx’s perfect start reaches a sudden conclusion when they fall to the Storm

Seattle took advantage of Minnesota's defense, beginning with a 32-point first quarter.

Twins

Twins trade pitcher Alcala to Red Sox for minor leaguer

Twins

Buxton’s exploits, at the plate and in the field, propel Twins past Rangers

High Schools

Ava Hanneman of Orono is Class 3A girls golf medalist; Cretin-Derham Hall’s Sam Udovich wins boys title

Food & Culture

Music

Our critic remembers musical genius Brian Wilson — and his Minnesota connections

Music

Our critic remembers musical genius Brian Wilson — and his Minnesota connections

Jon Bream recalls an uncomfortable elevator ride and pleasant phone calls with the Beach Boys legend, whose mom was from Minneapolis.

Music

Recapping Brian Wilson’s six (off and on) decades of Twin Cities performances

Music

Recapping Brian Wilson’s six (off and on) decades of Twin Cities performances

Stage & Arts

Review: ‘Legally Blonde’ packs a peppy, pink punch

Rohan Preston

Stage & Arts

Review: ‘Legally Blonde’ packs a peppy, pink punch

Rohan Preston

Music

Our critic remembers musical genius Brian Wilson — and his Minnesota connections

Music

Our critic remembers musical genius Brian Wilson — and his Minnesota connections

Jon Bream recalls an uncomfortable elevator ride and pleasant phone calls with the Beach Boys legend, whose mom was from Minneapolis.

News & Politics

World

More than 55,000 Palestinians have been killed in the Israel-Hamas war, Gaza health officials say

The Palestinian death toll from the 20-month Israel-Hamas war passed 55,000, the Gaza Health Ministry said Wednesday, and hospitals said at least 21 people were killed while on their way to aid distribution sites.

Minneapolis

Search warrants still sealed days after federal operation on Lake Street spurred protests

Twin Cities

‘Hundreds’ had ties to Feeding Our Future. Many may not face charges.

Twin Cities

Roper: The ‘birthplace of Minneapolis’ is ready for its next chapter. Let’s tell the whole story.

Eric Roper

Things To Do

Games & Comics

Super Quiz

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Daily Games

Explore Popular Picks: Dive into Exciting Games Now!

Arlo and Janis

Daily comic from Jimmy Johnson

Baby Blues

Daily comic from Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott

Business

Duluth

Provision for mining near Boundary Waters nixed from federal budget bill

Duluth

Provision for mining near Boundary Waters nixed from federal budget bill

U.S. House committee approved removing language on mineral leases in northeastern Minnesota; Senate likely to follow.

Outdoors

What new rules for data centers mean for the environment and the industry’s future in Minnesota

Outdoors

What new rules for data centers mean for the environment and the industry’s future in Minnesota

Real Estate

Developer of big Duluth hilltop real estate venture blames bank for latest financial woes

Real Estate

Developer of big Duluth hilltop real estate venture blames bank for latest financial woes

Duluth

Provision for mining near Boundary Waters nixed from federal budget bill

Duluth

Provision for mining near Boundary Waters nixed from federal budget bill

U.S. House committee approved removing language on mineral leases in northeastern Minnesota; Senate likely to follow.

Outdoors

Outdoors

Feds now want employees on leave to help fight wildfires. Here’s what it could mean for Minnesota.

The federal government wants to beef-up wildfire support with employees put on leave.

Outdoors

What new rules for data centers mean for the environment and the industry’s future in Minnesota

Environment

Monarch butterflies could join list of threatened species

Outdoors

How to stay up to date on Minnesota wildfires and fire danger

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Canoe, kayak or paddleboard: Your ultimate guide to getting connected to the water in the Twin Cities metro area, whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned pro.

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