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July 13, 2018 8:46 AM

Report: Affordable housing is a problem statewide

A Minnesota Housing Partnership report found that someone who's working full time and earning minimum wage can't afford to rent a one-bedroom apartment in any of Minnesota's counties.

by Cathy Wurzer

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July 12, 2018 2:46 PM

After years of struggle, Best Buy gets its groove back

Once there was bankruptcy talk. Now, the Richfield-based giant has arguably established itself as the go-to retailer for all things techy, along with price-matching, free shipping and plentiful consumer advice.

by Martin Moylan

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July 12, 2018 11:34 AM

Russian influence campaign sought to exploit Americans trust in local news

Russian influence-mongers appear to have created a number of fake local news Twitter accounts -- and spent years posting real headlines.

by Tim Mak and Libby Berry

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July 12, 2018 11:06 AM

What it means to be 'rural by choice'

What is rural America and what does it need has been a large part of the recent political discussion. Three panelist break that down and explain what they're doing to help rural America thrive.

by MPR News Staff

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July 12, 2018 5:18 AM

Papa John's founder quits as chairman after using the N-word during conference call

During a conference call in May, Schnatter used the word as he sought to downplay earlier remarks made about the NFL anthem protests led by African-American players.

by Scott Neuman

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July 12, 2018 4:00 AM

Lone theater in north Minneapolis plans big expansion

A $10 million plan to expand north Minneapolis' only theater -- the Capri Theater -- will increase space and arts offerings.

by Emma Sapong

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July 11, 2018 6:07 PM

Fact check: Trump's claims on NATO spending

President Trump bitterly criticizes many NATO member countries for not spending more on defense and says they owe the U.S. "massive amounts of money." The reality is more complicated.

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July 11, 2018 3:49 PM

State awards Iron Range mineral leases to Chippewa Capital Partners

State officials have reinstated key mineral leases in northeast Minnesota to Chippewa Capital Partners, the company trying to finish the half-built Essar Steel taconite mine and processing plant on the Iron Range.

by Dan Kraker