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Trump formally orders tariffs on steel, aluminum imports

Trump formally orders tariffs on steel, aluminum imports

President Trump's order this afternoon could include exceptions for U.S. allies. The plan has prompted fears of a trade war, and GOP leaders have spoken out against it.
by Scott Horsley

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Fate of Fergus Falls hospital splits community

Fate of Fergus Falls hospital splits community

City leaders have wrestled for more than decade with what to do with the iconic structure that once housed as many as 2,000 patients treated for a variety of mental illnesses.
by Dan Gunderson

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Powerball winner collects prize, could still lose anonymity

Powerball winner collects prize, could still lose anonymity

The New Hampshire woman, known as Jane Doe, hesitated to collect the money because she didn't want her identity revealed. A judge will determine whether she is allowed to remain anonymous.
by Amy Held

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Researcher says 'criticism is valid,' will revise study finding low Uber and Lyft pay

Researcher says 'criticism is valid,' will revise study finding low Uber and Lyft pay

MIT researchers initially said Uber and Lyft drivers were earning a median profit of $3.37 an hour. After Uber criticized the methodology, a co-author says it could actually be $8.55 to $10 an hour.

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Permits to carry pistols rise at slower rate

Permits to carry pistols rise at slower rate

The number of Minnesotans with permits to carry pistols in public rose about 6 percent in the past year to about 283,000, as of March 1. That's up about 6 percent over the year. But that's less than a third of the 22-percent growth rate the year before.
by Martin Moylan

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What is MNLARS and what does it mean to you?

What is MNLARS and what does it mean to you?

The Minnesota Licensing and Registration System, or MNLARS, has been plagued with technical problems since it launched last year. The issues have caused delays as DMVs and debates over funding at the Capitol. Here's a look at what went wrong and what's happening now.
by MPR News Staff

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Probe into generic drug price fixing set to widen

Probe into generic drug price fixing set to widen

The Department of Justice and 45 states allege that generic drug makers colluded to divvy up customers and set prices. Prosecutors are now looking at potential involvement by drug distributors.
by Charles Lane

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Three key Essentia executives leave staff

Three key Essentia executives leave staff

Jeff Korsmo, Tracy Miland and Bob Brigham "are no longer with Essentia Health, effective immediately," spokeswoman Maureen Talarico confirmed in an email. "We thank them for their service to Essentia Health and wish them the best as they move on to pursue other opportunities."

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Judge stays 4 lawsuits that seek to block PolyMet land swap

Judge stays 4 lawsuits that seek to block PolyMet land swap

U.S. District Judge Joan Ericksen stayed the lawsuits while Congress considers legislation to force completion of the land exchange between PolyMet and the U.S. Forest Service.
by The Associated Press

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20-year-old sues Dick's, Walmart over new gun policies

20-year-old sues Dick's, Walmart over new gun policies

A 20-year-old man from Oregon has filed lawsuits against Dick's Sporting Goods and Walmart, alleging the two retailers discriminated against him when they refused to sell him a rifle this week because of his age.
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