New Minnesota state seal and flag face criticism, receive support

Minnesota elected officials gave the state a history-making gift to mark its 166th birthday on Saturday. But not everyone appreciates the gesture, as recent polls suggest about half of the Minnesota population favors the old flag, which some Republican lawmakers fought to keep.

Minnesota unveils new state flag

The new Minnesota state flags were raised at sunrise on Saturday. The old state flags will be preserved by the Minnesota Historical Society.

Junk fees trashed next year in Minnesota

Under the bill, sellers will now have to include all mandatory fees or surcharges when they tell a customer the price of an item in Minnesota.

Choo Choo Bob’s moves to new Union Depot location

A beloved kids' toy store returned to St. Paul's Union Depot. Choo Choo Bob’s Train Store is now on the main floor of the historic transportation hub. The train-themed toy store and play area opened in 2005 on Marshall Avenue. Four years ago it moved to a temporary spot in St. Louis Park. Long-time employee "Engineer Paul" is still a fixture at the shop and does story time two times a week.