Elliot Hughes
Reporter
Elliot Hughes is a general assignment reporter for the Star Tribune.
Before joining the newspaper in 2024, he covered public safety in Milwaukee. He has reported extensively on gun violence, reckless driving, law enforcement, community affairs and local government.
Hughes is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied journalism and philosophy. He is a native of the Dairy State and lives in Minneapolis.
Latest from Elliot Hughes
News & Politics
Minneapolis Park Board sets sights on closing the ‘missing link’ of the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway
The project could take up to 20 years to complete with parts constructed over time.
March 18, 2025
News & Politics
Minnesota’s refugee resettlement agencies scramble to respond amid Trump disruptions
Local officials argue that refugees are thoroughly vetted and contribute much to the American economy. The disruptions are “sad because it’s unnecessary,” they say.
March 17, 2025
Twin Cities Suburbs
Charges: Driver in Anoka fatal crash registered three times the legal limit for blood alcohol content
Zachary Wydella faces vehicular homicide charges in connection with Monday’s crash.
March 13, 2025
Elections
DFL wins special election, locking Minnesota House in 67-67 tie with Republicans
As expected, DFL candidate David Gottfried ran away with a victory in Tuesday’s special election.
March 12, 2025
Eat & Drink
Every day is Pie Day for this Minnesota MMA fighter-turned-baker
To opponents, he was Ben the Baker. To pie fans, he’s Ben Neumann, a dad making flavorful pies in his White Bear Lake garage.
March 8, 2025
Twin Cities Suburbs
BB pellets found in beef products sold at Richfield co-op
The recall is only in effect for products produced by Thousand Hills and sold at the Lakewinds Food Co-op in Richfield.
March 6, 2025
Minneapolis
Five healthy and mature trees ‘illegally’ cut down in Cedar Lake Park, Minneapolis Park Board says
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is asking for help identifying those responsible.
March 4, 2025
News & Politics
GOP-led bill to ban trans girls from girls' sports fails to pass Minnesota House
Supporters and opponents gathered at State Capitol before the vote, which came after more than two hours of pointed debate.
March 4, 2025
Eat & Drink
Every day is Pie Day for this Minnesota MMA fighter-turned-baker
To opponents, he was Ben the Baker. To pie fans, he’s Ben Neumann, a dad making flavorful pies in his White Bear Lake garage.
March 8, 2025
Twin Cities Suburbs
BB pellets found in beef products sold at Richfield co-op
The recall is only in effect for products produced by Thousand Hills and sold at the Lakewinds Food Co-op in Richfield.
March 6, 2025
Minneapolis
Five healthy and mature trees ‘illegally’ cut down in Cedar Lake Park, Minneapolis Park Board says
The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is asking for help identifying those responsible.
March 4, 2025
News & Politics
GOP-led bill to ban trans girls from girls' sports fails to pass Minnesota House
Supporters and opponents gathered at State Capitol before the vote, which came after more than two hours of pointed debate.
March 4, 2025