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September 5, 2014 10:12 AM

11 of St. Paul’s ‘Terrible 20′ streets to get repaved

In April, the city of St. Paul identified the "Terrible 20" -- 20 miles of streets badly in need of repair. Five months later, 11 of these roads are getting some love.

by Molly Bloom

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September 5, 2014 9:39 AM

What’s the best way to handle behavior problems in kindergarten?

Today’s question: What’s the best way to handle behavior problems in kindergarten?

by Eric Ringham

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September 5, 2014 9:12 AM

World War II war brides reunite in St. Paul

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Irene Maio of Duluth, Minn., about the reunion.

by Cathy Wurzer

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September 5, 2014 7:48 AM

5-year-old left on Brooklyn Center school bus

The boy's OK, but his parents want some answers from the school district.

by The Associated Press

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September 5, 2014 7:41 AM

Minneapolis Public Schools halts suspensions for youngest students

Minneapolis Public Schools has declared a moratorium on suspending its youngest students for non-violent behavior.

by Jon Collins

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September 5, 2014 5:00 AM

North Minneapolis sees 30% jump in shootings: What it looks like first-hand

Minneapolis police cite gang violence as a factor in the rising number of shootings in north Minneapolis. An officer who grew up there said police must work with residents to address crime.

by Brandt Williams

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September 4, 2014 3:40 PM

Minneapolis fast-food workers join nationwide wage protests

The "Fight for $15" campaign has spread across the country in recent years. It's the first time that workers in Minnesota have officially joined in.

by Matt Sepic and Jon Collins

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September 4, 2014 7:59 AM

Dayton panel seeks $200 million more for broadband

The state's task force advising Gov. Mark Dayton on high speed Internet access has told the administration it should seek another $200 million in next year's legislative session.

by Dave Peters

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September 4, 2014 6:20 AM

How do you cope with cramped aircraft cabins?

On three occasions in recent days, commercial flights have been interrupted by disputes over reclining passenger seats. Media reports have speculated that the traveling public has been pushed to a breaking point by shrinking legroom and other inconveniences associated with air travel. Seats are smaller, rows are packed closer together, overhead bins are full and…

by Eric Ringham