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March 5, 2019 4:00 AM

Insurers prepare for a possible record in ice dam damage claims

Water and other damage caused by ice dams are covered by insurance, as are problems caused by the weight of snow and ice on a roof. But insurance does not cover the cost of removing ice dams, which is considered a maintenance duty and the homeowner's responsibility.

by Martin Moylan

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March 5, 2019 12:00 AM

What makes Duluth Duluth?

Host Angela Davis is on the road. She invited three guests to talk about Duluth, its economy, its thriving music scene -- and its great lake.

by Manda Lillie and Angela Davis

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March 5, 2019 12:00 AM

Conversation on the Creative Economy: Restaurateur Kim Bartmann

Chef and restaurant owner Kim Bartmann was Chris Farrell's guest for his "Conversations on the Creative Economy" series.

by MPR News Staff

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March 4, 2019 4:00 AM

Bee proud: Minnesota is among the best at protecting pollinators

An analysis of state laws finds Minnesota among the most productive in actions to protect insect pollinators.

by Dan Gunderson

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March 3, 2019 6:37 PM

Developer seeks $107M public subsidy for St. Paul Ford site

A developer is seeking more than $107 million in public financing to redevelop the vacant Ford plant site in St. Paul.

by Associated Press

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March 3, 2019 1:00 PM

University of Minnesota cuts ties with tech giant Huawei

The University of Minnesota has suspended its relationship with a Chinese telecom giant that's facing federal criminal charges accusing it of stealing trade secrets, violating sanctions and lying to banks.

by Associated Press

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March 3, 2019 12:50 PM

For the few who heat homes with coal, it's still king

Nearly 130,000 homes in the U.S. still burn coal for heat. Despite decades of decline and concerns about climate change, companies in the coal home-heating business are optimistic about the future.

by Jeff Brady

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March 3, 2019 11:25 AM

St. Paul implements one-sided parking starting Monday

The city of St. Paul is implementing one-sided street parking on Monday in response to record-breaking February snowfall that has choked roads in many neighborhoods.

by MPR News Staff

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March 3, 2019 9:10 AM

'A new model of storytelling' for Minnesota's immigrant communities

With support from MPR News, Mukhtar Ibrahim is devoting his energy to what will be a run as a nonprofit multimedia news organization devoted to all immigrant communities in Minnesota.