James Eli Shiffer
Topic Team Leader
Before coming to the Minnesota Star Tribune in 2005, Shiffer worked at The News & Observer of Raleigh, N.C., where he was an editor and reporter. Shiffer is the author of "The King of Skid Row," a local history book. He lives in Minneapolis with his family.
Latest from James Eli Shiffer
E-mails, public records reveal what happened before Third Precinct was abandoned
Three days of rage culminated in the burning of the Third Precinct, an event unprecedented in modern American history.
August 12, 2020
64 years later, neighbor of mystery girl in haunting photos introduces himself
The revival of Janet Lee Dahl's memory sparked a flurry of e-mails and phone calls. A former neighbor remembers her life and death.
August 24, 2019
Discarded photos reveal the haunting story of a Minnesota girl
More than 200 snapshots discovered in a California flea market trace the life of a Minnesota child.
June 30, 2019
On an accidental safari, a park in Uganda boasts a wealth of wildlife
During a surprise safari, Queen Elizabeth National Park offered up a host of sights.
January 19, 2019
Review: 'Dirty Doc Ames and the Scandal That Shook Minneapolis,' by Erik Rivenes
NONFICTION: Minneapolis Mayor "Doc" Ames was known for his visits to brothels, rigged poker games, and free-flowing booze.
March 23, 2018
Minnesota open records law needs a name equal to its purpose
The Minnesota Government Data Practices Act needs a new title. Desperately.
January 6, 2018
UFOs and aliens thrive in the vacuum created by secrecy
Lack of government transparency plays a big role in propagating wild theories of alien landings and coverups.
December 23, 2017
Star Tribune offers new ways to send us news tips
Your eyes and ears are especially important to us in an era of growing government secrecy.
December 9, 2017
Sexual harassment shielded by secrecy at Minnesota Capitol
The sexual harassment scandal has brought new attention to the different disclosure practices that apply to Minnesota institutions.
December 2, 2017
