Minnesota is home to hundreds of thousands of people with Scandinavian ancestry, many of whom might recognize the region’s traditional confections: krumkake, rosettes and lefse. Even if your heritage ...

The future of a popular summer arts event that brings thousands of people to Maple Grove every year could be in jeopardy. The group behind Chalkfest Maple Grove announced that it’s ceasing operations.

After purchasing the Chester Bird American Legion Post in Golden Valley, Breck School is developing plans for a new athletic facility. It’s part of a three-phase, 25-year plan for the school’s future.

John Jacobson, in consultation with local coaches, presents the 2025 CCX Sports All-Area football defense. Fifteen players from eight area schools, plus honorable mention selections, make up our team.

In the wake of assassination of Rep. Melissa Hortman and the Annunciation school shooting, Rep. Cedrick Frazier (DFL-New Hope) felt it was time to host a town hall on gun violence prevention. “We’ve ...

When you think of a technical college, video production might not be the first thing that comes to mind. But at Hennepin Technical College in Brooklyn Park, it’s all lights, camera, action on Fridays.

Mayor Julie Deshler said she understands and appreciates resident feedback over the city’s recent approval of its 15.8% levy increase for the 2026 city budget. “The people that came were obviously ...

A holiday tradition that’s brought smiles to thousands of children is celebrating 40 years this year. For Jerry Moscowitz, what started out as a simple toy drive among friends and family has ...

The Maple Grove boys basketball team looks to have one of its most talented squads ever this winter. The Crimson went 23-9 and placed third in class AAAA last season. They return two big keys to that ...

The Plymouth City Council voted to let a mixed-use development proceed at the southwest corner of County Road 6 and County Road 101 that will include a four-story 195-unit apartment complex. The vote ...

As an animal care technician, it’s Leah Mackey’s job to make sure that every dog at the Animal Humane Society (AHS) receives plenty of love. “My day-to-day is making sure that their habitats or ...

Brooklyn Park city leaders hope to engage the public starting in the spring about corridor improvement plans for a large chunk of Brooklyn Boulevard. The plan includes the area immediately surrounding ...