Genetic genealogy key in identifying New Brighton Jane Doe 20 years later
For more than 20 years, the name and identity of Gail Marlene Johnson, who was found dead in Long Lake Regional Park, alluded authorities.
For more than 20 years, the name and identity of Gail Marlene Johnson, who was found dead in Long Lake Regional Park, alluded authorities.
Genetic genealogy helps close cold cases in MN
For more than 20 years, the name and identity of a woman found dead in Long Lake Regional Park has eluded authorities. But on Friday, she finally got her name back: Gail Marlene Johnson.
For more than 20 years, the name and identity of a woman found dead in Long Lake Regional Park has eluded authorities. But on Friday, she finally got her name back: Gail Marlene Johnson.
Somali immigrant entrepreneur starts business
A Somali immigrant has been busy since he first arrived in America at 16-years-old, starting three businesses and attending the University of St. Thomas for business.
A Somali immigrant has been busy since he first arrived in America at 16-years-old, starting three businesses and attending the University of St. Thomas for business.
Noah Kahan announces Xcel Energy Center tour date
Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan announced a stop in St. Paul as part of his upcoming tour.
Singer-songwriter Noah Kahan announced a stop in St. Paul as part of his upcoming tour.
Two Minneapolis men sentenced for armed carjacking on Valentine's Day
Two men who pleaded guilty in an armed carjacking case were sentenced to prison Friday.
Two men who pleaded guilty in an armed carjacking case were sentenced to prison Friday.
1 dead following house fire in St. Paul
Three pets were also in the home at the time of the fire, with one escaping and two others found deceased.
Three pets were also in the home at the time of the fire, with one escaping and two others found deceased.
Coffee, cuddles at Roseville?s new cat cafe
Minneapolis? first cat caf? has relocated to Roseville. Caf? Meow is now at the corner of Lexington Parkway at Larpenteur Avenue. The new space offers more parking and a bigger area for cats. At the moment, 28 cats have moved into the new location. The caf? and cat space are separated so you can visit the shop for coffee and baked goods without mingling with cats, or you can do both. There is a small fee to hang with the cats that helps pay for their care. The New Hope location is still open as well. Since it?s opening in 2018, Caf? Meow has found 934 cats a home.
Minneapolis? first cat caf? has relocated to Roseville. Caf? Meow is now at the corner of Lexington Parkway at Larpenteur Avenue. The new space offers more parking and a bigger area for cats. At the moment, 28 cats have moved into the new location. The caf? and cat space are separated so you can visit the shop for coffee and baked goods without mingling with cats, or you can do both. There is a small fee to hang with the cats that helps pay for their care. The New Hope location is still open as well. Since it?s opening in 2018, Caf? Meow has found 934 cats a home.
First Avenue partners with Wrecktangle Pizza on new restaurant
It?s been quite the year for the Wrecktangle Pizza crew. They were named ?Best Pizza in America? in early 2023 and people flocked to get their hands on the Detroit-style pizza with a Minnesota twist. Now they?ve partnered with First Avenue to open a new spot in St. Paul that?s offering more than just pizza. Wrestaurant at the Palace will have all the favorites plus new creations. It?s next door to the Palace Theatre which is co-operated by First Avenue. The Wrestaurant at the Palace is at 33 West 7th Place. They?re open seven days a week.
It?s been quite the year for the Wrecktangle Pizza crew. They were named ?Best Pizza in America? in early 2023 and people flocked to get their hands on the Detroit-style pizza with a Minnesota twist. Now they?ve partnered with First Avenue to open a new spot in St. Paul that?s offering more than just pizza. Wrestaurant at the Palace will have all the favorites plus new creations. It?s next door to the Palace Theatre which is co-operated by First Avenue. The Wrestaurant at the Palace is at 33 West 7th Place. They?re open seven days a week.
Nine Minnesota schools recognized for academic excellence, closing achievement gap in 2023
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools, recognizing them for overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
The National Blue Ribbon Schools Program recognizes public and private elementary, middle, and high schools, recognizing them for overall academic excellence or their progress in closing achievement gaps among student subgroups.
Employees take over Twin Cities ski business from iconic owner
A legend in the local cross-country skiing community is handing over the reins of his business to three of his employees.
A legend in the local cross-country skiing community is handing over the reins of his business to three of his employees.
Employees buy Twin Cities ski biz from owner
A legend in the local cross-country skiing community is handing over the reins of his business to three of his employees.
A legend in the local cross-country skiing community is handing over the reins of his business to three of his employees.
Minnesota man acquitted of killing 3 people in case that hinged on alibi defense
A judge has acquitted a Minnesota man accused of fatally shooting three people and wounding two others in St. Paul last year in a case that hinged on an alibi defense.
A judge has acquitted a Minnesota man accused of fatally shooting three people and wounding two others in St. Paul last year in a case that hinged on an alibi defense.
BIPOC Market at Union Depot in St. Paul
A BIPOC Market is open at Union Depot in St. Paul on Sept. 17, 2023.
A BIPOC Market is open at Union Depot in St. Paul on Sept. 17, 2023.
Cold case: Investigators ID woman found dead at New Brighton park in 2000
COLD CASE: After 23 years of searching, authorities have determined the identity of the woman whose badly decomposed body was found in tall grass at a New Brighton park in 2000.
COLD CASE: After 23 years of searching, authorities have determined the identity of the woman whose badly decomposed body was found in tall grass at a New Brighton park in 2000.
New academy graduate makes fourth member of his family on the St. Paul Police force
A new police recruit in St. Paul is continuing a family legacy, as he becomes the fourth one to join the force.
A new police recruit in St. Paul is continuing a family legacy, as he becomes the fourth one to join the force.
City of St. Paul looks to extend garbage contract
The City of St. Paul says it is moving forward with extending its contract with five garbage haulers to service residents in the city.
The City of St. Paul says it is moving forward with extending its contract with five garbage haulers to service residents in the city.
Ghost signs chronicle history of Mpls, St. Paul
Downtown Minneapolis is filled with signs of all shapes and sizes. Some are new and hard to miss, while others exist on the edges of our collective consciousness.
Downtown Minneapolis is filled with signs of all shapes and sizes. Some are new and hard to miss, while others exist on the edges of our collective consciousness.
Rondo neighborhood: First home purchased in St. Paul homeownership project
It's a special day in the capital city as the community celebrates a new homeownership program. This program is aimed at giving back to the residents and descendants of the historic Rondo neighborhood, who were significantly impacted by the construction of I-94 through Saint Paul.
It's a special day in the capital city as the community celebrates a new homeownership program. This program is aimed at giving back to the residents and descendants of the historic Rondo neighborhood, who were significantly impacted by the construction of I-94 through Saint Paul.
Erratic driver leads troopers on chase in Ramsey County
An erratic driver, who went off the road and crashed into a barrier, led troopers and deputies on a short chase along Highway 36 in Ramsey County Wednesday afternoon.
An erratic driver, who went off the road and crashed into a barrier, led troopers and deputies on a short chase along Highway 36 in Ramsey County Wednesday afternoon.
‘Misled’ U of M students share painful housing stories with state senate
Distraught University of Minnesota students shared stories with the state legislature Wednesday about the struggles with an unfinished apartment complex.
Distraught University of Minnesota students shared stories with the state legislature Wednesday about the struggles with an unfinished apartment complex.