Saint Paul MN

When a place has been open 24 hours a day for decades, you know it’s either incredibly good or the coffee is strong enough to keep the staff awake indefinitely. Mickey’s Diner in St. Paul happens to be both, which explains why everyone from movie stars to midnight shift workers has been sliding onto those counter stools since long before your parents had their...

Minneapolis is shining brighter this spring. Crews have spent the last year fixing more than 700 broken streetlights. Here's why.

Minnesota’s newly crowned best breakfast spot has been serving hungry customers since 1950—and it only has 13 seats. Would you wait in line for an amazing breakfast, or is fast service more important?

Https://alphanews.org/exclusive-minnesota-state-lawmaker-carried-legislation-supported-by-his-lobbyist-employer/. A Minnesota state lawmaker carried legislation backed by an environmental lobbyist group the same year he was employed by the group, according to public records. Rep. Alex Falconer (DFLEden Prairie) was elected to the Minnesota House of Representatives in November of 2024. He won his district, which includes parts...

There’s a strip mall in Eagan where something magical happens to meat, and you’re going to need more napkins than you think. ZZQ Smokehouse BBQ is about to become your new obsession, and your dry cleaner might have some questions. Let’s be honest about something right up front:...

Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band opened their new tour in Minneapolis last month. Now, they've shared official video from the show.

Gina Maria’s Pizza, a long-running Minnesota-based pizza chain, has reached its final chapter after decades of serving local communities. What began as a neighborhood favorite eventually grew into a small regional brand with multiple locations across the Minneapolis–Saint Paul area. In 2025, the company abruptly closed all its...

The medical drama 'Doc' showcases Minnesota pride with authentic city shots and local references, spotlighting places like Spoon and Stable and Mayo Clinic, capturing the heart of the community.

As home prices climb across the country, Habitat for Humanity is taking on one of its largest projects yet in St. Paul. Habitat for Humanity is constructing 147 homes at The Heights build site on the east side. These homes will be available to first-time home buyers who meet specific income guidelines. Why you should care: Habitat for Humanity is hosting its "Hard...

Hawaiian plate lunches are about to land in the Twin Cities, as Mo' Bettahs, a Hawaiian-style fast-casual chain, readies its first Minnesota locations. The brand plans two restaurants in Burnsville and Maple Grove, with opening timelines circling this summer or early fall. The move marks the company’s first step into Minnesota while it continues a broader national expansion. ([Bring Me The News...