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Roger Ailes' unparalleled impact on the public sphere

Roger Ailes' unparalleled impact on the public sphere

No contemporary figure has done more to shape the intersection of American media and politics than Roger Ailes. He was forced out of Fox News this week following allegations of sexual harassment.

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Desperately seeking drivers, Uber and Lyft offer car options

Desperately seeking drivers, Uber and Lyft offer car options

Uber and Lyft are offering rentals, leases and financing deals aimed at getting more drivers on the road. But critics say drivers are paying high and even predatory prices.
by The Associated Press

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Fox News Network CEO Roger Ailes is resigning, 21st Century Fox says

Fox News Network CEO Roger Ailes is resigning, 21st Century Fox says

Roger Ailes is out as chief executive at Fox News Channel and Fox Business. Network parent 21st Century Fox announced Thursday that Ailes would resign immediately.

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Minnesota jobless rate steady at 3.8 percent in June

Minnesota's jobless rate was unchanged for the fourth consecutive month; the state's year-over-year job growth continues to lag the nation, officials said Thursday.
by MPR News Staff

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Wal-Mart, America's largest grocer, is now selling ugly fruit and vegetables

Wal-Mart, America's largest grocer, is now selling ugly fruit and vegetables

Lots of tasty, nutritious produce ends up in landfills because it doesn't meet retail beauty standards. Now Wal-Mart is testing sales of wonky apples and spuds in hundreds of Texas and Florida stores.
by Maria Godoy

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Sources: Murdochs moving to oust Roger Ailes after sexual harassment allegations

Sources: Murdochs moving to oust Roger Ailes after sexual harassment allegations

Ailes, the CEO and chairman of Fox News, has been sued by a former anchor, and other accusers have stepped forward. Fox News sources now say the Murdoch family is moving to push Ailes out.

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Photos: The new stadium says the Vikings are coming

Photos: The new stadium says the Vikings are coming

It's official -- the Vikings stadium is complete, and tours open for the public this weekend. In the meantime, here's a sneak peak.
by Courtney Perry

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Looks like a bridge: Pieces fall into place at St. Croix Crossing

Looks like a bridge: Pieces fall into place at St. Croix Crossing

St. Croix Crossing is really more like 980 mini bridges, strung end-to-end between Minnesota and Wisconsin. Those puzzle pieces are finally being fitted together.
by Tim Nelson

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