More than a year’s work wrapped up July 15, 2026 with adoption of St. Paul’s long-awaited tree preservation ordinance. City Council and advocates from throughout the city applauded the measure. …

Another change is eyed for the largely dormant Midway Marketplace. In mid-July banners placed on the former Herberger’s department store announced that Lululand Adventure Park will soon open there. …

The number of young Somali film directors participating in this year’s Minneapolis St. Paul International Film Festival (MSPIFF) reflects the growth of the Somali film community in the Twin Cities. …

A contentious debate over clearing Saint Paul’s three largest homeless encampments continues. Advocates, encampment dwellers and some elected officials are challenging Mayor Kaohly Her over her …

If you haven’t visited Toni Stone Field (1221 Marshall Avenue) this past summer, then you haven’t seen its new addition greeting you at the entrance. On top of a pedestal, he stands at six feet …

OutFront Media’s long quest to erect a large digital display billboard near Highway 280 and Interstate 94 continues with an appearance before the St. Paul Planning Commission in the weeks ahead. …

Craftsmen at the Vistabule Teardrop Trailer company worked on a special project last fall: putting finishing touches on the 14-year-old company’s 1,000th trailer. The owner is scheduled to …

As a social studies teacher at Como Park High School, Germany enters the scope of my U.S. History course at a predictable time. You can’t study the 20th century without recognizing the outsized …

Asian Artist Celebration Aug. 16 On Aug. 16 from 2-6 p.m., 825 Arts is celebrating incredible Asian artists within and beyond Frogtown and Rondo. With food, art, performances, vendors and talks, …

Learning is like a muscle. You build muscles through exercise, consistency, and dedication. You also establish educational excellence through the same process. With each educational experience, you …

As a 21-year-old woman, I have never known a political landscape that wasn’t constantly changing. My Generation — Gen Z — has come of age amid political division, rapid technological …

WFNU Frogtown Community Radio  celebrated 10 years on the FM dial on Saturday, Aug. 1, 2026. The station launched on 94.1 FM in 2016 with a handful of volunteers, a simple setup and a mission to …

Heads up that the fairgrounds will close for the setup, duration and teardown of the 2026 Minnesota State Fair beginning at 11 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 9. It remain closed through the fair, which runs …

As the City of Saint Paul advances the process to close several encampments, Union Gospel Mission Twin Cities (UGMTC) continues walking alongside people experiencing homelessness with compassion, …

With healthcare costs continuing to rank among Americans’ top concerns, a new survey conducted in Minnesota reveals common ground between Democrats and Republicans on proposals to reduce costs and …

While Democrats and Republicans in Congress recently came together to pass legislation addressing the cost of housing, a new survey in Minnesota shows that majorities of both Democrats and …

A new Program for Public Consultation (PPC) survey in Minnesota reveals common ground between Democrats and Republicans on proposals to regulate artificial intelligence.   Large majorities of …

With hot summer weather creating stressful conditions for fish in lakes, rivers and streams across the state, the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources is sharing what people can do if they see a …

The St. Paul Central Class of 1976 is holding its 50th reunion on Aug. 21 and 22, 2026. Events include a "meet and greet" at Mancini's Char House on Friday, Aug. 21 and a ride on a St Croix …

Longfellow resident Jeremy Messersmith sang the chorus of his new song “Boomers” to a crowd at the Union Depot for the Train Days Music Fest. “Just relax, sip your wine, stay alive, and wait …