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As Vikings prepare to make final roster cuts, some storylines out of training camp

As Vikings prepare to make final roster cuts, some storylines out of training camp

NFL teams will make their final roster cuts Saturday as they wrap up the preseason. MPR News producer Jeffrey Bissoy and host John Wanamaker discussed some of the stories coming out of the Vikings' training camp.
by John Wanamaker and Jeffrey Bissoy

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Pedestrian struck, killed by Green Line train in St. Paul

Pedestrian struck, killed by Green Line train in St. Paul

A Metro Transit spokesperson said preliminary information indicates the pedestrian walked into the path of a westbound train after an eastbound train passed by near the Dale Street station.
by Nina Moini

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Delta Air Lines pilot charged with alcohol violation

Delta Air Lines pilot charged with alcohol violation

The criminal complaint against the pilot says tests determined he had a blood alcohol level between 0.04 percent and 0.08 percent when detectives arrested him on a plane at the Minneapolis airport, just as it started boarding for San Diego July 20. The limit set by the FAA is 0.04 percent.
by The Associated Press

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Plow and the stars: World’s best plowmen dig the competition in Baudette

Plow and the stars: World’s best plowmen dig the competition in Baudette

The best field plow operators from 28 countries compete in Baudette Friday and Saturday for the title of World Plowing Champion. On the line is bragging rights — and no money.
by John Enger

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After Del Monte closure stuns Sleepy Eye, town's future uncertain

After Del Monte closure stuns Sleepy Eye, town's future uncertain

Del Monte stunned Sleepy Eye when its corporate headquarters announced that this fall would be the plant’s final season. Rumors the plant could find a new buyer are giving locals hope.
by Cody Nelson

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Poop is no laughing matter with many metro beach closures this summer

Poop is no laughing matter with many metro beach closures this summer

Contaminated water sickened hundreds of people and forced an unusually high number of beach closures around the Twin Cities this summer. As the season wraps up, public health officials are looking for ways to prevent future outbreaks of waterborne illnesses.
by Mark Zdechlik

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