Live: Senate votes to end ban on mining near Boundary Waters Senators voted 50-49 to approve the measure.

My colleagues have been working around the clock on this story. There are still many hurdles in the way for mining companies to begin their operations but a major one just came down today.

Anderson: To Cuba for bonefish, tarpon and permit, with a side of a changed Havana Seven anglers head south to pristine waters, where the fish are big and the island nation’s people friendly despite their burdens.

@startribune.com Columnist Dennis Anderson went to fish in Cuba last month. He told me he was concerned with going during a time of shortages and blackouts. Now back, he reports he not only caught big fish but made friends along the way.

#minnesota

Mixed spring weather keeps skiers up north happy while gravel bikers farther south get moving Downhill trails that saw snowfall last week are still open. Elsewhere in Minnesota, organized rides are cranking up.

First article in a new series looking at outdoor recreation in Minnesota! We're following ski resorts that are still open up north after some fresh pow fell last week.

#Minnesota

Was this year a good year for snow in Minnesota? Yes and no.
The latest #startribune
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State looking to regulate electric motor bikes, increasingly seen as a safety issue The new bill would put rules on “e-moto” bikes, often confused with e-bikes, making them illegal on most trails and requiring registration.

A proposal at the Minnesota House not only defines what e-motos are but how they should be regulated. That includes having owners register them like dirt bikes are. #minnesota www.startribune.com/electric-mot...

Someone please tell Epic that 30 is the new 20 and that their “young adult” pass should be under 45 not 30. Us millennials need a break too!!!

For one glorious day, the Apostle Islands ice caves were open to viewers. Now the ice pathway is gone after a storm. Thousands visited the spectacle for just one glorious day, the first time in years.

Andddd the Apostle Island ice caves are closed after a winter storm broke up much of the ice. It opened for the first time in 11 years on Monday and closed the day after because of the storm. Incredible that I was able to see it. www.startribune.com/apostle-isla...

‘A true wonder’: Apostle Islands ice caves to open for the first time in more than a decade Over the past week, Lake Superior’s ice cover has grown from 39% to 53%.

After 11 years the Apostle Island Ice Caves will be open to the public! Hope to see you there on Monday

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I have no words. Photo by Richard Tsong-Taatarii @startribune.com

I'd just released my fourth bass of the day when I got a call from the @startribune.com's music critic on Saturday. He had an extra ticket to my FAVORITE up-and-coming band Katseye and I could tag along with him. That started my brief career in music journalism: www.startribune.com/katseye-minn...

Toured the Bouldering Project's new gym in St. Paul and whoa. There's infrared panels in the yoga studio that can heat up the room to 105 degrees. A large cave nicknamed “The Arch” and a co-ed sauna! www.startribune.com/new-st-paul-...

Polls open: Election Day arrives as Minnesota chooses local leaders Mayoral contests in Minneapolis and St. Paul lead a list of local races across the state. Minneapolis is choosing its next City Council, while two special elections mean control of the state Senate is...

@leilanavidi.bsky.social captured the best Election Day photo!! Follow along the @startribune.com's election coverage here!! www.startribune.com/election-min...

How one Minneapolis neighborhood reduced its carbon emissions by 1,600 metric tons Prospect Park residents burned 29% less natural gas from 2019 to 2024, in part thanks to a campaign to improve home energy efficiency.

Really thoughtful piece from my colleague Kristoffer Tigue today from the Outdoors section. Gift link because I don't share any other type of link on Bluesky <3

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Not all stuffed, mounted animals are created equal when it comes to secondhand market White-tailed deer mounts are piling up in basements and attics everywhere. But you could cash in on the taxidermy bear.

White-tailed deer mounts are piling up in basements and attics everywhere. But you could cash in on the taxidermy bear or moose. Here's why:

#Minnesota
#outdoors

Perhaps the cutest picture i have of my little cat ❤️ 10/10 cuter in person

Minnesota demolition derby breaks record for number of cars in a single heat Last year, the group was two drivers short of breaking the record.

Had a blast with this story and yep I rode in one of the cars (before the derby) and got minor whiplash after we bumped into a wall #demolitionderby #mn

Our Minneapolis mass shooting coverage is outside of the paywall. We will be updating this article live as we get more information.

Live: Minneapolis says shooter ‘contained’ as police respond to gunfire at church Dozens of squads en route to Annunciation Church, casualties reported.

Two children were killed in a shooting Wednesday at Annunciation Church in south Minneapolis, a source confirmed. The gunman is also dead, the law enforcement source said.

Hi @liberallady.bsky.social I'm Alex Chhith and I'm a reporter from the Star Tribune. I'm working on a story about the number of boating permits that have been issued since July 1. I'm looking for people's perspective on the test and was wondering if you took the test.

Mmm. Smell that? Our good scents guide to the best-smelling places in Minnesota Where you can go to sniff out pleasant fragrances coming off food, flowers and amusement park rides.

Let your nose lead the way to our suggestions of these good-smelling places.

Lessons from a first-timer on what not to do in the Boundary Waters Easy routes through beautiful terrain come with one problem: Everyone is there.

My story on going to the Boundary Waters for the first time is up!! This is one where you won’t be afraid of looking at the comment section!! #outdoors #minnesota

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$70< the regret of not getting a labubu

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Minnesota’s ‘Queen of Walleye’ raises millions of fish in St. Paul basement The state's oldest fish hatchery is in need of upgrades, advocates and some lawmakers say.

Had the absolute pleasure of meeting Minnesota's 'Queen of Walleye' for this story. Was floored she was raising all these fish in the basement of one of the DNR's buildings in St. Paul (the floor above the hatchery is filled with cubicle offices).
#walleye #fish
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Goodbye windshield stickers? Why Minnesota is looking to create a new kind of state park pass. Linking park passes to vehicle registration could mean lower costs for visitors and more revenue for the state, the DNR says.

Linking Minnesota park passes to vehicle registration could mean lower costs for visitors and more revenue for the state, the DNR says.

Had a glorious time fishing!! Caught this lil monster. Also caught my first northern pike who unhooked itself as he was about to board the boat - so no picture of that little guy but I have witnesses lol

Could not have asked for better weather. Saw a total of two ticks (on the ground), only had one mosquito filled night, mostly sunny and a very low wind weekend 🫶🏽

BWCA photos incoming: first up this little guy I caught. Was going to use him as fish bait but he reminded me too much of my pet crayfish I had in the third grade so I released him.

Cheaper than a gym membership 😌

Youre good with a Missouri boating permit!