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Facts and figures about St. Paul, Minn., host city for the 2008 Republican National Convention:
The Republican National Convention should be St. Paul's big moment. Too bad most everyone seems to think it's being held in Minneapolis.
Thanks for the memories: A year after the RNCThe Republican National Convention opened in St. Paul at the Xcel Energy Center exactly a year ago. Repercussions from the gathering — and, more significantly, the corresponding protests in the streets — continue to be felt today.
From tear gas smoke, miles of security fences, cops in riot gear, tens of thousands of protesters and 800+ arrestsWalking around St. Paul this summer, it's hard to imagine that almost a year ago the city was filled with tear gas smoke, miles of security fences, cops dressed in riot gear, and tens of thousands of protesters during the Republican National Convention.
Pope: Bascilica bones belong to apostle St. Paul - CNN.comScientific tests prove bones housed in the Basilica of St. Paul in Rome are those of the apostle St. Paul himself, according to Pope Benedict XVI.
Pictured: The 'sensational' 1,600-year-old icon of St Paul found in a Roman tomb This faded face, with a pointed beard and furrowed brow, is believed to be the oldest image in existence of St Paul the Apostle.
Pope claims human remains belong to St Paul Human remains found beneath the Vatican have been identified as belonging to St Paul, Pope Benedict XVI said, apparently laying to rest the mystery of a tomb first discovered in the city in 2006.
St Paul's bones analysed ROME - THE first-ever scientific tests on what are believed to be the remains of the Apostle Paul 'seem to conclude' that they do indeed belong to the Roman Catholic saint, Pope Benedict XVI said on Sunday.
Oldest Known Portrait of St Paul Revealed by Vatican Archaeologists"Vatican archaeologists have uncovered what they say is the oldest known portrait of St Paul."
Teen gives away thousands in cash he foundA 16-year-old Minnesota boy has given away thousands of dollars to fellow students and a school aide. The bag full of money he found was apparently tossed by a drug dealer.
The 27th Annual Minneapolis/St Paul International Film Fest (MSPIFF) will run April 16-30, 2009, and is opening it up to more entries. The festival includes Oscar nominated titles and regional film-makers, as well as films from over 40 foreign countries.
Shoplifted soap? One man blamed for more than $40,000 in theftsExcerpt: All good entrepreneurs have their niche. If what police say is true, Randy Sterling — the alleged "Body Wash Guy" shoplifter — has found his special place in the world of crime.
Forsyth, Georgia – Inspiration Scripture Today – "This letter is from Paul, Jesus Christ's slave, chosen by God to be an apostle and sent out to preach his Good News. This Good News was promised long ago by God through his prophets in the Holy Scriptures.
Newsweek draws fire on gay marriage"It doesn't surprise me. Newsweek has been so far in the tank on the homosexual issue, for so long, they need scuba gear and breathing apparatus," said Richard Land, who heads the Southern Baptist Convention's Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission.
RNC protesters fooled by undercover cop, Fletcher continues witch hunt - City PagesMarilyn Hedstrom, a deputy sheriff for the Ramsey County Sheriff's Office, led an undercover life for a year to help infiltrate the group to monitor protester plans for the Republican National Convention in St. Paul, according to the Star Tribune.
Craigslist baby sitter used tot in porn filmA Minnesota man has pleaded guilty to answering an online advertisement for baby-sitting work and then using the client's child to make a pornographic video.
Al Franken's tight race in blue MinnesotaIs the Minnesota Senate race a referendum on comedian-turned-politician Al Franken, or on President George W. Bush and the economy?
Al Franken's tight race in blue MinnesotaIs the Minnesota Senate race a referendum on comedian-turned-politician Al Franken, or on President George W. Bush and the economy?
Tim Tingelstad deserves bipartisan supportTim Tingelstad, candidate for Minnesota Supreme Court, finds common ground with both Democrats and Republicans, largely due to the active movement to take away yet another right of the great citizens of Minnesota: the right to vote for our judges.
Judicial Elections on TrialThe original intent of the Minnesota Constitution was for the people to elect our judges, and for the Governor to appoint judges only when vacancies arise between elections.
Menomonie, Wisconsin resident, Keith Smith, attended the Republican National Convention that was held in St. Paul, Minnesota.
Students Who Worked To Provide RNC Protestors With Shelter, Meals, and Lawyers Charged With TerrorismA University student arrested preemptively before the Republican National Convention will be one of the first people prosecuted under a terrorism clause in the Minnesota Patriot Act since it was passed in 2002.
Al Franken Grabs Lead in MN Senate RaceThis is a pretty big change in events. Sen. Norm Coleman's seat (R-MN) is one that the democrats would love to win back and it is very important if the democrats are to reach 60 seats in the Senate. Coleman, the popular former mayor of St.
Amnesty International: Use of Force Against RNC Protesters 'Disproportionate' The cleaning crews hadn't even started their work in St.
Obama on GOP convention: "One key issue ignored"The opening acts of last week's Democratic National Convention were met with middling reviews, with even some party loyalists (such as James Carville) complaining of an unfocused message that, to their dismay, mostly passed on targeting John McCain.
McCain lands in Twin Cities for conventionThe Republican presidential candidate arrived in at the Minneapolis-St. Paul airport as delegates to the Republican National Convention prepare to nominate him for president.
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