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Subscribe Your Account Log In Caucus voting underway; Iowa may clarify Democratic field Caucus participant supporters for presidential candidates Sen. Bernie Sanders and Sen. Elizabeth Warren attempt to persuade an Andrew Yang supporter, center, into their respective groups at Drake University. — John J. Kim, TNS Iowa voters packed caucus sites across the state Monday night as Democrats balanced a strong preference for fundamental change with an overwhelming desire to defeat President Donald Trump in the opening contest of the 2020 presidential primary season. Many Iowa voters were undecided up until the last minute Lines, some delays signal strong turnout at Iowa caucuses Conservatives push false claims of voter fraud on Twitter as Iowans prepare to caucus U.S. Bank CEO reviews firings of 2 workers who helped customer The employees helped a customer on Dec. 24 who couldn't get cash because his paycheck from a new employer was held up in a verification process that wouldn't be resolved until after the holiday. U.S. Bank: The Grinch that fired an angel Lawsuit: Broker helped son pocket $217K on Lake Minnetonka house by hiding their tie Minneapolis orders shutdown of mushroom farm for code violations Minneapolis gave farm a month to cease operations after finding it violated its zoning, its owner says. St. Louis Park attorney pleads guilty in insurance fraud scheme William Kyle Sutor III said he paid "runners" to recruit clients. Former Wolves coach Kevin McHale sues Glen Taylor in dispute over hearing aid firm The firm's majority owner Glen Taylor denies the allegations in lawsuit. Don't miss Classic Dari-ette Drive-In on East Side is for sale Long before it gained wider fame with an appearance on "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives," the Dari-ette was beloved as a seasonal landmark. Rush Limbaugh says he's been diagnosed with lung cancer Conservative radio host and Republican kingmaker Rush Limbaugh said he's been diagnosed with advanced lung cancer. One play turned tide for Mahomes (and offers a lesson to the Vikings) Mark Craig's On the NFL: There are five good reasons why quarterback Patrick Mahomes was able to complete a 44-yard pass that would begin morphing him from Super Bowl goat in to a 24-year-old MVP. For Twins' Odorizzi, it's full speed ahead thanks to more zip on pitches With improved velocity on his pitches, Jake Odorizzi is ready for his prove-it year. Wild's season reaches make-or-break time Any playoff possibility likely hinges on the next two weeks. One of the oldest known lionesses in captivity dies at Sandstone sanctuary After years of hardship, circus animal spent final months in Minnesota. Brooklyn Park mayor will attend State of the Union address Lunde was invited to Tuesday's speech by U.S. Rep. Dean Phillips. Local One of the oldest known lionesses in captivity dies at Sandstone sanctuary Brooklyn Park mayor will attend State of the Union address Minnesota legislators propose changing fare evasion fines on transit Prince doctor sanctioned by Minnesota Board of Medical Practice View today's obituaries Current Conditions Minneapolis | Hourly forecast Sports One play turned tide for Mahomes (and offers a lesson to the Vikings) For Twins' Odorizzi, it's full speed ahead thanks to more zip on pitches Reusse: Twins pitching prospect Balazovic wants to remain a starter As trade reports intensify, Wolves' Covington works to block them out Scores, schedules, and stats Business Minn. regulators sign off on environmental pipeline review U.S. Bank CEO reviews firings of 2 workers who helped customer General Mills to relaunch Dunkaroos, selling 1990s nostalgia Former Wolves coach Kevin McHale sues Glen Taylor in dispute over hearing aid firm Opinion U.S. Sen. Tina Smith: Why I will vote to remove the president New policy is a tool, not a ticket, for Minneapolis police Winona and Winona: Super Bowl ad swings and misses The DFL Party's slide on the Iron Range Latest Sack Cartoon Trump's State of the Union See more Sack cartoons Most Read Lawsuit: Broker helped son pocket $217K on Lake Minnetonka house by hiding their tie U.S. Bank CEO reviews firings of 2 workers who helped customer Former Wolves coach Kevin McHale sues Glen Taylor in dispute over hearing aid firm Mahomes emerges from the deep end of the gene pool One play turned tide for Mahomes (and offers a lesson to the Vikings) Variety 'Hamilton' and 'Hadestown' highlight Hennepin Theatre Trust's 2020-21 season Why Minneapolis didn't succeed in hosting Disney's 'Timmy Failure' movie Classic Dari-ette Drive-In on East Side is for sale Rolling Stones coming to Mpls. in 2020? Ice sculpture adds to speculation Comics Dilbert Arlo & Janis For Better or For Worse HOROSCOPES Games Mini Crossword The Daily Sudoku Spider Solitaire Super Quiz All Games Latest Columns Patrick Reusse Reusse: Twins pitching prospect Balazovic wants to remain a starter Jordan Balazovic definitely has a starter look to him. He stands 6-5, and with a superb delivery that's continuously repeated. As Ron Gardenhire would say, "the ball really comes out of his hand." Chip Scoggins Scoggins: Banham 'all over the place' as she remembers idol and friend Bryant The former Gophers star became friends with the late Lakers great. Jennifer Brooks Brooks: Minnesota's Pope County, in Trump Country, votes unanimously to welcome refugees When the County Board met on Jan. 7, the vote was a swift, uncontested yes. 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Our new podcast will make you smarter in 15 minutes Duluth Stuck with slush, northern Minnesota resorts frozen out After almost 10 years on the market, vacant Duluth high school could be torn down One of the oldest known lionesses in captivity dies at Sandstone sanctuary Fond du Lac Band now requiring permits to access its land Celebs Lady Gaga: 'I better hear no lip-syncing' at halftime show Andy Gill, guitarist for punk band Gang of Four, has died Netflix hit series 'The Crown' taps its new and last queen Jeff Bezos sued by girlfriend's brother for defamation Agriculture Farm bankruptcies keep rising in Minnesota, U.S. Even after trade-war detente, prices for U.S. crops didn't get a lift Farm Bureau members ratchet up 'right-to-repair' pressure Hemp farmer near Lanesboro settles with state after THC dust-up Inspired Female-focused approaches are big draw for Minn. women seeking help with substance abuse St. Paul man with autism living the dream with his own radio broadcast New president of Children's Home Society of Minnesota dreams of loving home for every child In welding, a trade dominated by white men, she's blazing a path forward Sections Home Local Sports Business Opinion Variety Weather Politics Nation World Obituaries Sports Scores Health Highlights Sponsored content from Mayo Clinic Marketplace Classifieds Jobs Homes Autos Popular Celebs Eat & Drink Home ...