Confidence? Check. Champion? Check

Minneapolis South senior went 7-0 to claim a national high school chess title.

Fate of Minnesota schools' integration aid hangs in limbo

Lawmakers' dispute over how to use $108M may jeopardize funds.

Truckers lined up rigs to help save suicidal man on I-94

Philanthropy beat: Skyway campaign focuses on learning

Suspect in north Minneapolis bicycle killing released

Evidence against him is insufficient, prosecutors said.

Fatal Dinkytown hit-and-run draws a 40-year prison term

A U senior died after being hit by Timothy Bakdash, who got a harsher sentence than sought.

Dangerous dogs are a quandary for police

Recent shootings of threatening dogs have led to injury of an officer and risks to citizens.

Mpls. teachers OK contract

The two-year deal received 83 percent support. The school board is scheduled to vote on Tuesday.

Vikings stadium faces next high hurdle in House on Monday

A voice vote in a key committee could let the bill live another day.

Minneapolis school district may change banks

Minneapolis looks to move Kmart, restore Nicollet Avenue

Minneapolis officials see signs of progress in efforts to repair a "real and symbolic hole in...

Minneapolis teachers vote to ratify new contract

The two-year deal received 83 percent support. The school board is to vote Tuesday.

Vikings stadium plan goes before third House panel Monday

As the Legislature returns from a recess, and eyes adjournment, the Vikings continue their push f...

Diane Wilson's 'Spirit Car' next Minneapolis community read

One Minneapolis One Read will launch its second season in October.

Rep. Susan Allen offers a unique legislative voice

As the first American Indian woman to serve, she's keenly aware of the significance.

On the religion beat: Historic Minneapolis Lutheran church has new home

Cedar Towing faces fine in settlement

The city's largest tow operator would keep license in a deal up for approval.

Plymouth Av. Bridge to reopen in October

The most recent delay means that the bridge will have been closed for two full years.

New charge says Senser was on cellphone at time of accident

Prosecutors say that Amy Senser was on her cellphone when she struck and killed a man. The charge...

Weekend rain postpones plan to close eastbound I-94

Top U.S. high school chess players are in town

Senser's lawyer tries to head off questions on alcohol

That was among a flurry of motions made ahead of April 23 trial.

Heroin roars back, with lethal results

The opiate is more potent than ever, contributing to a surge in overdoses locally.

Lileks: Another voice for preserving our past - the good and bad

Council mulls plaza restrictions following Occupy dustup

Will the Minneapolis City Council take a hard line against the Occupy movement sleeping in public...