Disasters

July 31, 2008 6:30 PM

NTSB to investigate plane crash that killed eight

Eight people are dead following a plane crash in Owatonna Thursday morning.

by Elizabeth Stawicki and Tim Nelson

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July 31, 2008 3:47 PM

To remember with a monument

Midmorning examines the psychological and political reasons for creating a memorial. We'll also discuss how artists influence the way we commemorate our public tragedies and triumphs.

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July 31, 2008 12:00 AM

MPR Special Reports on bridge collapse

MPR special reports about bridge survivors, the NTSB investigation, the construction of the new bridge, the future of MnDOT, and the impact on the neighborhood.

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July 31, 2008 12:00 AM

Memorial Service 1 year after I-35W bridge collapse

Gov. Tim Pawlenty, Mayor R. T. Rybak and local religious leaders speak in observance of the 1 year anniversary of the I-35W bridge collapse. From the Basilica of St. Mary in downtown Minneapolis, an hour of songs, prayers and reflection.

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July 30, 2008 9:32 AM

Drivers flexible in choosing routes after bridge collapse

A new study by researchers at the University of Minnesota takes a look at how traffic patterns -- and travel times -- have changed since the 35W bridge fell.

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July 30, 2008 7:37 AM

The state of Minnesota bridges

State Bridge Engineer Dan Dorgan will be our guest in the MPR studios a year after the 35W bridge collapse to talk about the condition of bridges in Minnesota and answer questions from listeners.