Volunteers setting up for a New Year's Eve luminary walk at Fort Snelling State Park share what inspires them about Minnesota - the love of being outdoors among them.
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Obituaries
Joe Rigert, award-winning Star Tribune investigative reporter, dies at 91
Rigert won many state and national awards for public service reporting during 35 years with the Minneapolis newspaper.
Politics
Former Minnesota GOP Chairwoman Jennifer Carnahan sues party, alleging disparagement
The state GOP has countersued Carnahan, alleging she "grossly mismanaged" the party.
Politics
As Democrats shake up early state presidential process, Minnesota doesn't make cut
The emerging plan from Democrats starts with South Carolina, followed by Nevada and New Hampshire, Georgia, then Michigan — a spot Minnesota vied for.
Inspired
St. Paul firehouse dog helps rescue the rescuers: 'It's just her presence'
The trained service dog helps first responders deal with the pressures of their work.
Local
Only 18 freshmen benefit in first year of U's Native American Promise Tuition Program
Some tribal leaders say the program is a promising first step, but they hope it will eventually include far more Native students.
