Seven ideas for downtown St. Paul from a revitalized downtown Detroit The two cities share some similarities and have notable differences. But it’s worth considering how Detroit has rebounded.

Resuscitating Downtown St. Paul Minnesota's capital city is struggling with a glut of vacant office space, a decline in downtown workers, and public safety worries.

Despite multiple problems in St. Paul’s core, Mark Henneman, Mairs & Power chairman, is making his home there.

Cityscape What most observers don’t understand about downtown St. Paul’s struggles The role of one property owner, Madison Equities, cannot be ignored as the city’s troubles are discussed.