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Finance academy graduates first class as program's future hangs in the balance

Finance academy graduates first class as program's future hangs in the balance

This week, 60 students were the first class to graduate from a St. Paul Public Schools high school program focused on finance. But the future of the Academy of Finance is in question after a major grant ended.
by Doualy Xaykaothao

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Twin Cities grocery wars about to get more intense, thanks to Hy-Vee

Twin Cities grocery wars about to get more intense, thanks to Hy-Vee

The ever-evolving Twin Cities grocery market is poised for another big shakeup. Iowa-based Hy-Vee, which opened its first Twin Cities supermarket just two years ago, has plans to expand to at least 15 stores in the metro.
by Martin Moylan

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Tobacco tax cuts burn Gov. Dayton

Tobacco tax cuts burn Gov. Dayton

One of the reasons Gov. Mark Dayton vetoed funding for the House and Senate is that he wants lawmakers to undo tax breaks for premium cigars and other tobacco products. Key lawmakers and business owners say the tobacco tax adjustments were long overdue.
by Tim Pugmire

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MnDOT stops Duluth bridge construction after human remains discovered

Part of the project crosses a historic Native American cemetery. The Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa said it's "deeply disappointed" the site was not protected.
by Dan Kraker

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House passes bill aimed at reversing Dodd-Frank financial regulations

House passes bill aimed at reversing Dodd-Frank financial regulations

The GOP-led House approved legislation that scales back the massive set of Wall Street regulations created after the 2008 financial crisis. The Financial Choice Act faces dim prospects in the Senate.
by Geoff Bennett

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Angry shareholders feed live donkey to tiger in Chinese zoo

Angry shareholders feed live donkey to tiger in Chinese zoo

In a statement, the shareholders say they had invested in the zoo and were unhappy that it was not making money. Video shows the tigers mauling the donkey for half an hour before finally killing it.

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Amazon lowers Prime membership rate for low-income customers

Amazon lowers Prime membership rate for low-income customers

Amazon and Walmart are in a battle for low-income shoppers. Now Amazon is cutting the $10.99 monthly rate on its Prime membership to $5.99 for people who receive government assistance.
by Doreen McCallister

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Minimum wage hike dominates Minneapolis mayoral debate

Minimum wage hike dominates Minneapolis mayoral debate

The city of Minneapolis is nearing a vote on a $15 an hour minimum wage ordinance. But the candidates aren't all completely on board with the plan.
by Brandt Williams

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