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Bird flu gone for a year, but mystery remains

Bird flu gone for a year, but mystery remains

Minnesota has been free of bird flu for a year. The virus cost the state economy an estimated $650 million. Poultry producers are recovering from the outbreak, but exactly how the disease spread remains a mystery.
by Mark Steil

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Business incentives slashed in state budget bill

Business incentives slashed in state budget bill

Gov. Mark Dayton wants lawmakers to reverse cutbacks to two of his prized business incentive programs during a possible special session, but it's not going over well.
by Brian Bakst

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Why is the Twin Cities advertising industry so white?

The local nonprofit Brand Lab surveyed the Twin Cities advertising industry and found that people of color make up only six percent of the workforce, and those that do break in often leave the business after a couple of years.

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St. Paul residents ask: Is this any way to collect garbage?

St. Paul residents ask: Is this any way to collect garbage?

Many residents say there are too many garbage trucks rumbling along streets and alleys. But trash haulers fear losing business.
by Matt Sepic

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Why Trump called a press conference to bash the press

Why Trump called a press conference to bash the press

Challenged about his fundraising for veterans, Donald Trump detailed $5.6 million he says he has delivered. But the larger message was his ongoing assault on the media, which resonates with his base.

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Is a turnaround in the cards for the Iron Range?

Is a turnaround in the cards for the Iron Range?

On Tuesday, Cliffs Natural Resources announced it will reopen the United Taconite mine in Eveleth and a pellet plant in Forbes this fall.

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