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MPR News Evening Update for Nov. 9, 2019

MPR News Evening Update for Nov. 9, 2019

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Photo gallery: Minnesota's big win over Penn State

Photo gallery: Minnesota's big win over Penn State

It's a sight not seen in Minnesota for years: thousands of Gopher fans rushing the field, as Minnesota upset Penn State on Saturday in a battle of unbeaten teams at TCF Bank Stadium. Here's a collection of photos from Saturday's big win.
by MPR News Staff

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Mighty Minnesota: Gophers row past Penn State, improve to 9-0

Mighty Minnesota: Gophers row past Penn State, improve to 9-0

Jordan Howden intercepted a Penn State pass in the end zone with a minute to play and Minnesota's magical run continues as the 13th-ranked Gophers upset fifth-ranked Penn State 31-26 on Saturday before a raucous crowd at TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.
by The Associated Press

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Germany, allies mark 30 years since fall of Berlin Wall

Germany, allies mark 30 years since fall of Berlin Wall

Germany on Saturday marked the 30th anniversary of the opening of the Berlin Wall, a pivotal moment in the events that brought down Communism in eastern Europe.
by The Associated Press

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The Camp Fire destroyed 11,000 homes. A year later, only 11 have been rebuilt

The Camp Fire destroyed 11,000 homes. A year later, only 11 have been rebuilt

A year after the deadliest and most destructive wildfire in California history devastated Paradise, the state grapples with tough questions about how to rebuild in the era of worsening wildfires.
by Kirk Siegler

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When cancer arrived, the battle was second nature for uncle and nephew veterans

When cancer arrived, the battle was second nature for uncle and nephew veterans

Michael Menta, who served in the Navy, bonded with his uncle, Sal Leone, who served in the Marines, over their shared experience as veterans. When Leone was diagnosed with cancer, Menta embarked on a new mission.
by Emma Bowman and Camila Kerwin

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Mild Saturday temps, with PM rain/snow chances; colder on Sunday

Finally, some mild temps to unfreeze those leaves that still have to be raked. Saturday will be the milder day of the weekend, but some areas will see periods of rain or snow Saturday afternoon and evening. Brace for chillier temps on Sunday. We could be close to some temperature records on Monday.
by Ron Trenda

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MPR News Update for Nov. 9, 2019

MPR News Update for Nov. 9, 2019

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Layoffs announced at two U.S. Steel mines on Iron Range

Layoffs announced at two U.S. Steel mines on Iron Range

U.S. Steel has eliminated several nonunion management jobs at two Iron Range mines as part of cost-cutting efforts, citing "challenging market conditions."
by The Associated Press

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The Booker Prize is shared by the 12 black Brits in 'Girl, Woman, Other'

The Booker Prize is shared by the 12 black Brits in 'Girl, Woman, Other'

Bernardine Evaristo's new award-winning novel follows a dozen different characters, aged 19-93. "I wanted to put as many black British women into it as possible," the author says.
by Scott Simon

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Climate Curious: Is burning wood for heat carbon neutral?

Climate Curious: Is burning wood for heat carbon neutral?

Many Minnesotans still use wood as either a primary or secondary source of heat for their homes. So, what’s the impact on carbon emissions?
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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'The Guinevere Deception' casts a surprising spell

'The Guinevere Deception' casts a surprising spell

Kiersten White's retelling of the King Arthur story puts his queen Guinevere at the center — only she's not really Guinevere. She's a magic-wielding changeling, sent to court to protect the king.
by Caitlyn Paxson

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Minnesota governor pursuing more electric cars for the state

Minnesota governor pursuing more electric cars for the state

Gov. Tim Walz is on a crusade. He wants to lower carbon emissions from Minnesota's transportation sector, and says his latest plan to adopt California rules for tailpipe emissions could help make a dent, in part by invigorating a lagging market for electric vehicles.
by The Associated Press

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Nelsie Yang, Dai Thao win St. Paul City Council seats in competitive races

Nelsie Yang, Dai Thao win St. Paul City Council seats in competitive races

The St. Paul City Council will have five women and two men — with three people of color. The newest council member for Ward 6 is a 24-year-old organizer and daughter of refugees. Nelsie Yang will be the first Hmong-American woman elected to the St. Paul City Council.
by Nina Moini

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