These Minnesota hospitals received the “high performing” designation for maternity care.
The Social Security Administration started releasing the annual list in 1997, with names dating back to 1880.
See the latest information on the new coronavirus in Minnesota.
Find info on food and alcohol delivery services, restaurants offering deals, free or inexpensive streaming options, and more.
Marriage and divorce rates continue to decline in most states, according to new data from the U.S. Census Bureau.
A Minnesota health department analysis showed several notable risk factors involved in the 74 sleep-related deaths in 2016-2017.
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
The Social Security Administration has released its annual list of the top baby names in the country.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
A new report found that 42 percent of parents spent between $10,000 and $30,000 per child each year on child care.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
Raising a family is hard no matter where you live, but some states are better for it than others.
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
The buckles on the carriers can break, posing a danger to children, according to the U.S. Consumer Safety Product Commission.
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.
A Minnesotan since 2008, the Praedictix employee wrapped her toddler to her back and did business as usual on Oct. 5, 2018.
Here are some simple things to consider now that your child is at college.
Three Minnesota facilities are among the best children's hospitals in the country, according to U.S. News.
Drowning happens more quietly in real life than it does on TV. In some cases, children drown with an adult only a few feet away.
It’s easier for working dads to balance jobs and family responsibilities in Minnesota than most other states, according to a new study.
The city will work to connect expecting fathers with education and job training, employment skills, mental health and parenting skills.
The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.
Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.
A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.
As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.
After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.
Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.
Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?
Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.
Here's our roundup of the most uplifting and feel-good stories from Patch towns across the country.
Fifty turkey experts will answer questions on meal prep and turkey emergencies this holiday season.
It's not on the menu, but customers can give baristas a special recipe that will produce a drink similar to the beverage enjoyed by the fictional witches and wizards from the Harry Potter books.
We rounded up the most uplifting stories trending across the country.
A football dream comes true for a high school senior in New York.
If you’re going to the fair in August, consider blogging about it.
We’ve compiled the happiest stories from the west metro over the past week.
As Father's Day approaches, consider honoring the most influential men in your life by sharing their stories in Local Voices on Southwest Minneapolis Patch.
Downtown Los Angeles and Linden Hills, as viewed by their sidewalk signage.
See if you can beat these pictures of this year's surprisingly beautiful fall colors
Minnesota native Johanna Olson is taking part in Sunday's Twin Cities Marathon
Alden's Ice Cream is sold at Linden Hills Coop and Whole Foods
Park Board member floats idea of using the ruminants to attack buckthorn and other invasives.