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Divisions deep over Ford site's future as St. Paul nears vote

Divisions deep over Ford site's future as St. Paul nears vote

St. Paul City Council members are expected to decide in about a month whether to approve a master plan for the 135-acre tract. But a Tuesday night meeting made it clear that the neighborhood debate isn't over.
by Matt Sepic

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Trump hits the road to promote tax cuts (details to come)

Trump hits the road to promote tax cuts (details to come)

President Trump will argue for tax cuts on Wednesday in Springfield, Mo. It's the beginning of what aides say will be a concerted push for a tax overhaul, but details are still vague.
by Scott Horsley

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Could St. Paul's east side get a tiny house village?

Could St. Paul's east side get a tiny house village?

A plan to build a 52-unit tiny house co-op in St. Paul would need to overcome toxic waste, train noise, zoning issues and gentrification concerns.
by Max Nesterak

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Aspen Ideas Festival: Bill Bishop on political polarization and 'The Big Sort'

Aspen Ideas Festival: Bill Bishop on political polarization and 'The Big Sort'

Bill Bishop says some of our political polarization comes from the fact that we're ideologically inbred -- we don't know, can't understand and can barely conceive of people who live just a few miles away.
by MPR News Staff

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Economic impact of Harvey could be felt nationwide before it's over

Economic impact of Harvey could be felt nationwide before it's over

Hurricane Harvey has inflicted much human misery since Friday, and now its aftermath is causing economic harm. Experts say the flooding may end up damaging oil refineries and boosting gas prices.
by Jim Zarroli

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Want to help Hurricane Harvey victims? Experts say donate cash

Want to help Hurricane Harvey victims? Experts say donate cash

When a disaster strikes, people everywhere often are inspired to spring into action. But donating good or services rarely is a good idea, experts say, and even cash donations could be better targeted.
by Pam Fessler

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