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Largest US Lutheran denomination installs Yehiel Curry as its first Black presiding bishop

The Evangelical Lutheran Church in America appointed Rev. Yehiel Curry as its first Black presiding bishop on Saturday, marking a significant milestone for the predominantly white denomination. Curry succeeds Rev. Elizabeth Eaton, who served for 12 years and was the first woman to lead the ELCA. As the fifth presiding bishop, Curry will navigate challenges including declining membership and theological disputes.

Minneapolis Cake Picnic draws hundreds of bakers in oven-like heat

About 650 bakers gathered at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden Saturday to celebrate Betty Crocker's 104th birthday during the global Cake Picnic tour. Participants brought cakes, including a towering 7-foot birthday cake, while enduring near-record high temperatures. The event showcased a diverse array of flavors, honoring Crocker's legacy in baking.

Drunk speeding driver gets 10 years for fatal multivehicle collision on I-94 ramp in Minneapolis

A St. Paul man received a 10-year prison sentence for causing a fatal high-speed crash in Minneapolis while driving drunk and unlicensed. Talon Walker, 30, pleaded guilty to criminal vehicular homicide after his vehicle collided with multiple cars, resulting in one death and several injuries. Authorities revealed Walker's blood alcohol content was 0.093%, above Minnesota's legal limit.

Minneapolis Witchs Hat has a fascinating history. Will it ever reopen to the public?

Minneapolis’ historic Witch’s Hat water tower, along with two others, has become a city landmark despite no longer serving its original purpose. Residents have rallied to preserve these structures, which once enhanced the city’s drinking water capacity. Their unique designs and historical significance continue to capture local interest.

She turned the world on with her smile. But where will Mary Tyler Moores hat land?

Mary Tyler Moore's iconic tam-o'-shanter, featured in her famous TV show, remains hidden decades after her passing. Her husband, S. Robert Levine, has begun efforts to create a nonprofit initiative in her memory, focusing on diabetes-related vision loss. The hat's future remains uncertain as Levine seeks a permanent home for this piece of television history.

Judge imprisons Minneapolis man for latest in stunning number of drunk driving convictions

A 70-year-old Minneapolis man, Michael James Bowser, received a 7½-year prison sentence for his 22nd drunken driving conviction. After fleeing police last New Year’s Eve, Bowser's record highlights the ongoing issue of impaired driving in Minnesota. Authorities emphasized the need for enforcement to address this public safety concern.

Scores rally outside State Capitol for assault weapons ban

Rallygoers gathered outside the Minnesota State Capitol to urge Governor Tim Walz to convene a special session for an assault weapons ban, one month after the Annunciation shooting. Parents and community members expressed heartbreak and demanded immediate legislative action to prevent further gun violence.

Scores rally outside State Capitol for assault weapons ban

Rallygoers gathered outside the Minnesota State Capitol demanding Governor Tim Walz convene a special session to ban assault weapons, following a recent shooting incident. The event highlights growing concerns over gun violence in the state.

Shooting in downtown Minneapolis sends three to hospital

Minneapolis police investigate a shooting that injured three men in downtown on Friday evening. The incident occurred around 6:35 p.m. near Hennepin Avenue, with the shooter fleeing before officers arrived.

Kate DiCamillo channels Hans Christian Andersen in Lost Evangeline

Kate DiCamillo, a Minneapolis-based author, concludes her trilogy with the release of "Evangeline," inspired by her own life experiences. The character Evangeline, described as "as small as a mouse," reflects DiCamillo's journey of self-discovery and her connection to her family's shoemaking background. The book connects to Danish literary influences, particularly Hans Christian Andersen.