Mary Lynn Smith
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8,000-year-old skull found in Minnesota River goes home to its Native American descendants
The remains have been turned over to the Upper Sioux Community to be cared for. → Read More
Minnesotans' pent-up demand to travel this summer runs headlong into higher costs
It will probably cost more to fly and drive this summer, but those wanting to hit the road are undeterred. → Read More
Summer travel is roaring back. Are higher prices and demand impacting your plans?
Airfares are rising, as is demand for hotel and car rentals. Understaffed airlines and bad weather have canceled or delayed numerous flights. And gas prices continue to inch upward. → Read More
Minnesota Republicans question investigation into car crash involving two DFL leaders
State Auditor Julie Blaha was cited for failing to yield in the August 4 rollover crash. → Read More
Most Minnesota moms use unpaid leave after having a baby
The Minnesota Department of Health report was released Thursday at a time when Minnesota lawmakers are debating competing proposals for paid family leave. → Read More
Firefighters battle blaze at Minneapolis homeless encampment
Firefighters report no injuries. → Read More
'Minnesota Minstrel' Jerry Rau, who brought folk music to street corners, coffeehouses, clubs, dies at 83
Rau found bliss as a troubadour, passion as a peace activist. → Read More
COVID pandemic takes a toll on Minnesota veterinary clinics
The COVID-19 pandemic, which has created shortages in everything from toilet paper to restaurant staff, also has taken a toll on Minnesota veterinary clinics, making it tough for many pet owners to find animal care. → Read More
How to make a COVID-19 vaccine appointment for kids in Minnesota
Minnesota sites gear up to administer vaccines to children ages 5 to 11. → Read More
Salmonella outbreak likely caused by contaminated onions sickens Minnesotans
CDC advises people to throw out fresh whole red, white and yellow onions imported from Chihuahua, Mexico. → Read More
New COVID variants drive many Minnesotans to get their vaccination at last
Every day, a slow stream of Minnesotans finally is getting vaccinated after months of hesitancy. → Read More
Canada opening could put resorts back in business
Many resort, cabin owners are hopeful but wary. → Read More
Low-vaccine counties in Minnesota make high-risk gamble
Quick spread of delta variant in rural areas alarms health workers. → Read More
Invasive algae found in Pimushe Lake near Bemidji
Starry stonewort can form dense mats and compete with native plants. It has never been eradicated from any U.S. lake. → Read More
No face mask? It's about time for some Minnesotans; too soon for others
A day after the governor announced the statewide mask mandate was lifted, Minnesotans were feeling conflicted. → Read More
No face mask? It's about time for some Minnesotans; too soon for others
A day after the governor announced the statewide mask mandate was lifted, Minnesotans were feeling conflicted. → Read More
Minnesotans answer the call to fight the coronavirus surge in India
The number of Minnesota residents with Asian Indian ancestry has increased from 30,500 in 2010 to 40,500 in 2019. For many, what's playing out in India is taking a personal toll. → Read More
Vaccine quest for some ends in small Minnesota towns
Many scour the internet for the first available appointment wherever it may be. → Read More
Ice road becomes a lifeline to Minnesota's Northwest Angle
Canada's COVID closures left the Northwest Angle inaccessible. Residents engineered a solution. → Read More
Minneapolis lifts bar service restrictions as COVID-19 cases fall
The move brings Minneapolis establishments in line with state restrictions. → Read More