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Scientists prepare for 'the most beautiful thing you can see in the sky'

Scientists prepare for 'the most beautiful thing you can see in the sky'

You'd think that after hundreds of years of watching total solar eclipses, scientists would know all they'd need to about that particular phenomenon. You'd be wrong.

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Go see it, eclipse chasers urge. 'Your first time is always special'

Go see it, eclipse chasers urge. 'Your first time is always special'

A small number of passionate "shadow-lovers" roam the world to be at exactly the right place when the moon blots out the sun. One man has seen 33 -- and calls each "one of the top events of my life."

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Wealthy San Francisco neighborhood fails to pay taxes, loses private street

Wealthy San Francisco neighborhood fails to pay taxes, loses private street

After a series of $14 tax bills went unnoticed, San Francisco auctioned Presidio Terrace off to the highest bidder -- a couple from San Jose. They're thinking of charging residents to park there.

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'Shop local' takes on a new meaning at NeighborZaar

'Shop local' takes on a new meaning at NeighborZaar

The shopping event is an opportunity for people in south Minneapolis to not only to meet their neighbors, but also support them by buying the things they make.
by Nancy Yang

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Border-spanning adventure trail in the works for northern Minn.

Border-spanning adventure trail in the works for northern Minn.

An adventure touring trail that could span as many as 500 miles may open as soon as next summer, but local officials are less than enthusiastic.
by Dan Gunderson

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More I-94, Lowry tunnel changes coming this week

Get ready for more reroute fun around the Lowry Hill tunnel starting early Friday morning when MnDOT closes I-94 east at the tunnel.
by MPR News Staff

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Planning to watch the eclipse? Here's what you need to protect your eyes

Planning to watch the eclipse? Here's what you need to protect your eyes

A total solar eclipse is one of the most magnificent sights you can ever see. But you need the right kind of eye protection, and some of what's being sold out there isn't safe.

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Why we all scream when we get ice cream brain freeze

Why we all scream when we get ice cream brain freeze

When temperatures soar, there's nothing like a frozen treat to take off the edge. But if we dive in too fast, our brains are thrown for a distressing and sometimes painful loop. Here's why.
by Ashlie Stevens

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