Future uncertain for some 50th and Penn businesses following building damage in February water main break
Terzo and the Sparrow Cafe are closing, while the Paperback Exchange plans to reopen but doesn’t yet know exactly when or where.
July 5, 2025
Man found fatally shot in Minneapolis as July 4 drew to a close
This was the city’s second homicide on the Fourth of July.
July 5, 2025
Is East Lake Street safe? Owner of famed Minneapolis record shop cites crime for closure.
Adam Taylor of Hymie’s Records said he was held at knifepoint and had a “serious” fire in his bathroom, among other incidents.
July 5, 2025
Cyclists in Minneapolis celebrate freedom from pants on Independence Day
The annual ride sees hundreds of bicyclists dressed in their underwear.
July 5, 2025
More Minnesotans are giving up their pets as costs rise
Pet rescues across Minnesota are overwhelmed, with many having to turn away surrender applicants.
July 5, 2025
Minnesota’s Catholic schools are thriving with the help of a nonprofit
Enrollment and literacy have risen, and many praise a foundation started by Best Buy founder Richard Schulze.
July 5, 2025
New York City mayoral primary boosts hopes of Minneapolis democratic socialists
Minneapolis activists see validation in Zohran Mamdani’s victory over Andrew Cuomo in New York primary.
July 4, 2025
Minneapolis police seek help to determine if fatal shooting of man on scooter was random
The shooting occurred on the North Side in the 2100 block of Dupont Avenue, according to police.
July 4, 2025
What’s open, closed on July 4th in the Twin Cities area
Most grocery and liquor stores and malls will be open, but libraries and government offices are closed for the Independence Day holiday.
July 3, 2025
We walked Minneapolis, from top to bottom — here's what we saw
Two Star Tribune staffers trekked (almost) the vertical length of the city. Their advice? Be sure to pack a rain jacket.
July 3, 2025
Trump administration withholds school funding, spelling uncertainty for Minnesota budgets
The already-approved federal grants are aimed at after-school and summer programs, teacher training and support for those learning English.
July 2, 2025
Minneapolis leaders look to head off July 4 'chaos'
Public safety agencies will increase patrols and monitor social media over the holiday weekend celebrations. Recent years have seen unruly crowds in Minneapolis after dark on Independence Day.
July 2, 2025
