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September 7, 2016 11:29 AM

Large, for-profit ITT Tech is shutting down all of its campuses

The shutdown affects some 35,000 students and more than 8,000 employees in 38 states. ITT Technical Institutes blamed the Education Department, which recently imposed financial sanctions.

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September 7, 2016 12:00 AM

Conversations on the Creative Economy: A guide to the 2016-2017 season

Conversations on the Creative Economy's 2016/2017 season launches with four nationally recognized chief executives, founders and entrepreneurs.

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September 7, 2016 12:00 AM

Gig economy: Is America's social safety net failing our current labor market?

Why do voters seem so angry and anxious this year? Part of the answer might have something to do with the gig economy. MPR News host Kerri Miller and two guests discussed the future of work in America.

by MPR News Staff

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September 6, 2016 7:14 PM

If Apple dumps the iPhone's headphone jack, it may test users' loyalty

The next iPhone, expected to be unveiled Wednesday, may be missing something familiar: the ubiquitous headphone jack. Usability experts say the change could really sit badly with Apple customers.

by Laura Sydell

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September 6, 2016 12:00 AM

Met Council chair discusses stopgap funding for Southwest light rail

Adam Duininck, head of the Metropolitan Council, joined MPR News host Tom Weber to talk about the future of the controversial Southwest light rail project.

by MPR News Staff

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September 5, 2016 12:00 AM

Aspen Ideas Festival: David Brooks and Arthur Brooks on finding meaning in our work

An Aspen Ideas Festival discussion about finding meaning in your work. David Brooks of PBS and the New York Times and Arthur Brooks of the American Enterprise Institute say we need to make ourselves useful and do skillful, competent work. And seeking money, power, pleasure and fame won't usually lead to a happy life.

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September 4, 2016 10:23 PM

Tribal leader: Avoid North Dakota towns after pipeline clash

A South Dakota tribal chairman is urging members to avoid Bismarck and Mandan in North Dakota after a clash between private security guards and people protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline, saying he fears for his people's safety.

by Associated Press

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September 4, 2016 10:01 PM

Dakota Access Pipeline protests in North Dakota turn violent

Private security guards used dogs to try to disperse demonstrators, who say the four-state, $3.8 million Dakota Access Pipeline could affect sacred sites and their drinking water.

by Eyder Peralta