Louis Krauss
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General assignmentLouis Krauss is a general assignment reporter for the Star Tribune.
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How does law enforcement carry out sting operations like the one that led to Justin Eichorn’s arrest?
From fake ads to police “chatters,” multiple law enforcement agencies coordinated on a Bloomington underage prostitution sting.
March 27, 2025
Minnesota a quiet hotbed for nerd culture conventions
More than 30 conventions for fans of comics, games, anime and other geeky pursuits take place annually in Minnesota. The state’s largest anime convention is Friday through Sunday in Minneapolis.
March 27, 2025
Health Department investigating inmate claims of spoiled food served at Rush City state prison
Corrections officials denied the allegations, saying they meet food safety regulations.
March 21, 2025
Ex-Sen. Justin Eichorn ordered to halfway house before next hearing on underage prostitution charge
The husband and father of 4 from Grand Rapids is charged with attempted coercion and enticement of a minor.
March 20, 2025
Minnesota judge rules that state can still prosecute marijuana crimes on tribal land
A man and his attorney argued that the state can’t prosecute him because of tribal protections and the state’s recent cannabis legalization.
March 17, 2025
Frustrated Minneapolis tenants protest management after dealing with rodents, mold and feces
They say Utah-based Investment Property Group has neglected its apartment buildings.
March 14, 2025
A popular Twin Cities diner chain has added a surcharge for eggs. It's not the first.
Egg surcharges are becoming more common in Minnesota breakfast restaurants as costs rise amid a bird flu outbreak.
March 7, 2025
Skiers buried in Alaska avalanche had Minnesota ties
They were buried under from 40 to 100 feet of snow.
March 6, 2025
Minnesota judge rules that state can still prosecute marijuana crimes on tribal land
A man and his attorney argued that the state can’t prosecute him because of tribal protections and the state’s recent cannabis legalization.
March 17, 2025
Frustrated Minneapolis tenants protest management after dealing with rodents, mold and feces
They say Utah-based Investment Property Group has neglected its apartment buildings.
March 14, 2025
A popular Twin Cities diner chain has added a surcharge for eggs. It's not the first.
Egg surcharges are becoming more common in Minnesota breakfast restaurants as costs rise amid a bird flu outbreak.
March 7, 2025
Skiers buried in Alaska avalanche had Minnesota ties
They were buried under from 40 to 100 feet of snow.
March 6, 2025