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Teens asked to help discourage texting while driving

Public safety officials are asking teenagers to help get the word out about Minnesota's ban on texting while driving.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Author Mitch Albom discusses his latest book

Author Mitch Albom discusses his latest book

Mitch Albom, columnist and author of "Tuesdays with Morrie," joins Midday in the studio to talk about his latest book, "Have a Little Faith."

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Marquette Avenue set to reopen in downtown Minneapolis

A major reconstruction project in downtown Minneapolis nearing completion and will reopen Marquette Avenue to motorists and pedestrians this week.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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The vet solves your pet puzzles

The vet solves your pet puzzles

Veterinarian Kate An Hunter and her dog, Ansel, stop by the MPR studios to answer questions about animal care and training.

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Icy roads lead to crashes, spinouts in Twin Cities

The winter driving season has already begun, and Twin Cities commuters have gotten their first taste of it this week with snow one day and icy roads the next.
by Tim Nelson and Elizabeth Dunbar

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Crosby Farm to close for deer hunt

Archery hunts have been scheduled for this month and next to help reduce the deer population in St. Paul's Highland Park area.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Downtown Minneapolis streets switch to two-way traffic

Downtown Minneapolis streets switch to two-way traffic

Weather forced crews to wait until Sunday to post new signs and apply new stripes to Hennepin and First avenues in downtown Minneapolis as the streets prepare to handle two-way traffic.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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Cold Weather Rule starts next week in Minn.

Minnesotans struggling to pay energy bills will be protected from service disconnection starting next Thursday, under the state's Cold Weather Rule.
by Madeleine Baran

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Tips for fun and adventure outdoors in fall and winter

The "Gear Junkie" suggests equipment, adventures and outdoor activities for all ages on today's Midday program.

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