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June 27, 2016 6:12 AM

Allina nurses strike ends, but impasse remains

The nurses union and hospital management each say they're no closer to a deal on a health plan than they were when the strike began.

by Matt Sepic

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June 27, 2016 4:00 AM

Some crops suffering, but most are in fine shape across state

Some Minnesota farmers have had tough weather to cope with this year as they tried to get a crop in the ground. But overall, most farm fields are in good condition.

by Mark Steil

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June 24, 2016 5:44 PM

Buying health coverage outside work? Get used to less choice

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota's retreat from individual and family coverage reflects a national trend. Experts say the plans attract too many high-cost consumers, forcing insurers to boost premiums, eat losses or bail out.

by Martin Moylan

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June 24, 2016 4:00 PM

Global stocks tumble after Britain votes to leave the EU

Stunned investors reacted by rushing to the safety of gold and U.S. government bonds as they wondered what will come next for Britain, Europe and the global economy.

by Associated Press

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June 24, 2016 1:50 PM

Will sex abuse claims lead more Minn. dioceses to bankruptcy?

Catholic Church leaders in St. Cloud, Crookston, New Ulm and Winona are weighing what to do as their dioceses face the financial fallout from hundreds of sex abuse claims between them.

by Martin Moylan

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June 24, 2016 10:19 AM

Highway 100 shutdown tops Twin Cities weekend road woes

Minnesota Highway 100 closes in both directions in the west metro starting tonight. It's the Twin Cities biggest hassle this weekend but, oh, there are more. Here's your map.

by MPR News Staff

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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