Senate Minority Leader Tom Bakk said Republicans were "lying" or "manipulating data" in deciding to cut 14 DFL staff positions.

Newly transplanted Minneapolitan Martin Kihn's book is now a Showtime series starring Don Cheadle. Keep reading, but you might need a shower afterwards.

People here biked and walked 16 percent more in 2011 than in 2010, when Minneapolis was crowned "#1 Bike City" by Bicycling magazine. The same is true for St. Paul and some inner ring suburbs.
Related: Winter? Schminter! Here's how to keep on biking

This week: cofficing tips, the joys of ice fishing and new plant hardiness zones come to the state.

This is the last debate until Feb. 22, and we need a break. In the meantime, some thoughts about last night's event.

But there’s not universal agreement that it’s a no-brainer to raise Minnesota’s legal dropout threshold from 16 to 18.

The chances seem to be increasing that Minnesota's state Capitol could be filled with the crowds and chaos seen in Wisconsin and Ohio.

They let Mayor R.T. Rybak know exactly what they like and don’t like, but most didn’t tip their hands on how they might ultimately vote on a final plan.
Related: Mayor Rybak remains confident, despite council trashing of stadium plan

The project could lead to a virtual human-services center for consumers requiring certain services in southeast Minnesota.

ALSO: Uptown Theater to be renovated; BNW’s to launch 'Occupy Arden Hills'; 'Shatner's World' is coming; Frank Gaard show opens — and more.

Here are some of my (many) favorite instrumental melodies, and I’d welcome learning about your choices, too.