Disasters

MSU Mankato -- a campus in mourning
A traffic accident that killed one student and injured another from Minnesota State University Mankato over the weekend has brought more grief to a campus which has already seen two other students die this fall.
Drinking beyond limits
The recent alcohol-related death of one Minnesota college student, Amanda Jax, has brought the issue of campus drinking back into the spotlight. One expert says the problem goes far beyond college campuses.
Vulnerable skies
A recent government report suggests that explosive substances can still be smuggled past screeners and onto the airlines. Midmorning examines the challenge of balancing safety and efficiency in airline travel.
Minneapolis bridge funds held hostage in Washington budget battle
By a 270-147 vote, the U.S. House passed a bill that provides $195 million to replace the collapsed Interstate 35W span in Minneapolis and an additional $1 billion above President Bush's request to help states fix deteriorating bridges. He is threatening a veto.
Molnau warns road projects could get hung up in money fight
Despite testimony from senior staff about the Minnesota Department of Transportation's improving finances, Commissioner Carol Molnau warned Thursday about possible delays in road projects planned for next year because of limits on agency spending.
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