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January 20, 2016 5:29 PM

Stocks slide as oil tumbles, S&P lowest in almost 2 years

U.S. stocks slumped Wednesday as the price of oil suffered its worst one-day drop since September.

by The Associated Press

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January 20, 2016 2:13 PM

Nervous about the stock market? Turn off the TV

Nervously watching the stock ticker stream across the screen isn't helping, said Retirement Weekly's Robert Powell. It can even hurt.

by MPR News Staff

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January 20, 2016 1:38 PM

Inver Hills college chief faces no-confidence vote over spending

The faculty union at Inver Hills Community College has scheduled a no-confidence vote Monday on the school's president over disputes of what they see as inappropriate spending and cuts to student services.

by Jon Collins

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January 20, 2016 8:13 AM

End of Delta's direct MSP-Tokyo flights would close long chapter in aviation history

If Delta Air Lines drops direct flights from Minneapolis to Tokyo, it would end a long chapter in aviation history.

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January 20, 2016 4:00 AM

Amazon gets Wall Street's blessing to grab growth now, profits later

Amazon's tiny profits have long fueled questions about the company's growth strategy and how long it can keep the pressure on Target, Best Buy and other traditional retailers. Those questions are fading.

by Martin Moylan

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January 19, 2016 7:26 PM

Delta says deal would kill direct flights from MSP to Tokyo

A tentative agreement between the U.S. and Japan would open up Tokyo International Airport in Haneda to more airlines, increasing competition.

by Riham Feshir

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January 19, 2016 12:08 PM

Gov't report: Budget deficit to rise to $544B this year

The deficit and debt picture over the long-term has also worsened considerably.

by The Associated Press

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January 19, 2016 11:15 AM

Sony Pictures eyes Albertville for Hollywood themed park

Sony Pictures and Minnesota-based developers have unveiled plans for a huge indoor theme park, hotel and convention center complex that will sit next to the Albertville Premium Outlet malls about 35 minutes from Minneapolis.

by MPR News Staff