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July 16, 2018 4:00 AM

On a changing Mississippi, tourism's importance is growing

As the river faces increasing environmental threats and changing industries, there are signs the Mississippi's economy is transforming.

by Cody Nelson

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July 15, 2018 11:10 AM

Trump says he sees the European Union as a 'foe' of U.S.

President Trump told CBS that he has "low expectations" ahead of a summit with Russia's Vladimir Putin, and added, "I think the European Union is a foe, what they do to us in trade."

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July 15, 2018 4:00 AM

Target tries its own version of Prime Day

Target is offering its own promotions so Amazon doesn't have Prime Day all to itself this week.

by Martin Moylan

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July 15, 2018 4:00 AM

Like planes? MSP is holding a job fair

Amid a tight Twin Cities labor market, Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport holds a job fair this week.

by Martin Moylan

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July 14, 2018 7:30 AM

McDonald's pulls salads from 3,000 locations after dozens sickened by parasite

McDonald's said it's pulling salads from about 3,000 locations in 14 states, primarily in the Midwest. Dozens have been sickened with cyclosporiasis, which is caused by the parasite Cyclospora.

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July 13, 2018 6:46 PM

Immigrants boost Worthington economy

During a two-day visit to Worthington, Neel Kashkari said immigrants are helping southwest Minnesota grow, something many communities in rural parts of the state can only hope for.

by Mark Steil

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July 13, 2018 6:41 PM

Mich. governor wants to sue 3M to recoup costs of contamination

Gov. Rick Snyder said Friday that the state of Michigan intends to sue the Minnesota-based manufacturer of chemicals linked to contaminated water near military bases and industrial sites, citing "significant costs" that will only rise in the future.

by The Associated Press

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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