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June 24, 2016 6:12 AM

Ford completes environmental investigation on former St. Paul plant site

MPCA hydrogeologist Amy Hadiaris said that while "things are looking pretty good," there are dozens of areas of scattered contamination. Ford says the cleanup will likely take until at least 2019.

by Tim Nelson

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June 24, 2016 5:38 AM

Blue Cross delivers major blow to health reform in Minnesota

The insurer has decided to stop selling health plans to individuals and families in Minnesota starting next year. Its smaller subsidiary, Blue Plus, will continue to offer plans on the individual market.

by Mark Zdechlik

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June 24, 2016 4:00 AM

Do nurses strikes harm patients? It's a definite maybe

The nurses union says Allina is putting patient safety at risk during the strike, but the company says its replacement staff are sufficient.

by Lorna Benson

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June 23, 2016 6:21 PM

Judge tells Wells Fargo to take down signs near stadium

A federal judge has ordered Wells Fargo to remove rooftop signs from two new office towers near U.S. Bank Stadium.

by Matt Sepic

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June 23, 2016 2:58 PM

How Native American tribes saved a giant, ancient squash from oblivion

Native Americans in the Great Lakes region have cultivated the giant squash for centuries. Now tribes are sharing the seeds with each other and with small farmers to bring the plant back.

by Rebecca Williams

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June 23, 2016 8:32 AM

New drone rules clarify what's legal and what's not

The federal rules on the commercial use of drones take effect in late August.

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June 22, 2016 12:00 AM

Live at National Press Club: Labor Secretary Thomas Perez

US Secretary of Labor Thomas Perez, one of the people most often mentioned as a possible vice presidential running mate for Hillary Clinton. The Labor Secretary will talk about that, no doubt, and will focus on the many issues facing American workers.

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June 21, 2016 6:45 PM

Amid strike, nurses union asks attorney general to scrutinize Allina's finances

The union said it figures Allina will spend some $25 million on replacements for striking nurses. Union attorney Mathew Keller questioned whether it's reasonable for Allina to spend that much money on a strike when it's demanding much smaller savings on union health benefits.

by Martin Moylan

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June 21, 2016 4:34 PM

Jennie-O settles sex discrimination suit

The U.S. Department of Labor says the company will have to pay $492,000 in back wages to 339 women who were denied entry level jobs at a turkey processing facility in Willmar.

by Tim Nelson

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June 21, 2016 4:06 PM

Even a small meal for a doctor can tip the balance for a brand-name drug

Researchers say the time doctors spend with drug company representatives when they are dropping off meals is probably more important than the food in influencing prescription choices.

by Charles Ornstein

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