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Minnesota Newspapers

Minnesota, often known as the Land of 10,000 Lakes, holds a rich journalistic tradition. The Minneapolis Star Tribune stands as one of the largest newspapers in the state, providing extensive coverage on an array of subjects ranging from the vibrant cultural scene in the Twin Cities to the intricacies of state politics. Its counterpart, the St. Paul Pioneer Press, complements this coverage by diving deep into community affairs, local businesses, and civic activities.

Together, these two major publications offer Minnesotans a comprehensive view of life in their state, from urban issues in Minneapolis and St. Paul to broader statewide matters. They serve as essential platforms for dialogue and information in Minnesota.

Minneapolis Star Tribune

The Minneapolis Times was a morning paper starting in 1889. It was purchased by the Tribune in 1905 and its name was used in various forms until 1948. Finally the Minnesota Daily Star began printing in 1920, and later became the Minneapolis Star, distributed in the evening. In 1982 there was a merger between the Minneapolis Star, an evening newspaper, and the Minneapolis Tribune, a morning newspaper published by the same company. The product of this merger was the Star Tribune.

St. Cloud Times

The main newspaper is the St. Cloud Times, a Gannett newspaper. The St. Cloud Diocese also publishes the St. Cloud Visitor, which serves the regional Catholic community

St. Paul Pioneer-Press

The St. Paul Pioneer Press is a newspaper based in St. Paul, Minnesota, primarily serving the Twin Cities metropolitan area. Circulation is heaviest in the eastern metro region, including Ramsey, Dakota, and Washington counties, along with western Wisconsin, eastern Minnesota and Anoka County, Minnesota. The paper primarily competes with the Star Tribune, based in neighboring Minneapolis.