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September 9, 2014 6:19 PM

Vikings challenge developer for chance to build tower near stadium

The withdrawal of Radisson hotels from a development project near the Minnesota Vikings new stadium has led the team to challenge a developer for the right to build apartments there.

by Curtis Gilbert

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September 9, 2014 4:39 PM

As homelessness overwhelms, Dorothy Day Center struggles, plans

Officials hope a plan to upgrade Dorothy Day Center will solve a growing homeless problem in downtown St. Paul, but there's little hope the current woes will improve quickly.

by Tim Nelson

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September 8, 2014 3:32 PM

Southwest light rail foes file lawsuit

The nonprofit Land and Parks Alliance of Minneapolis argues an appropriate environmental review hasn't been conducted on the route.

by Brandt Williams and Jon Collins

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September 8, 2014 2:46 PM

Dangerous waters: Blacks less likely to swim, more likely to drown

In this land of 10,000 lakes, jumping in is more risky for some kids than for others.

by Laura Yuen

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September 8, 2014 4:06 AM

Pioneer Press union wants St. Paul newspaper sold

In an ad in the competing Star Tribune, the Minnesota Newspaper & Communications Guild said Digital First is seeking an 'exit strategy' from the newspaper business.

by Bob Collins

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September 7, 2014 1:44 PM

Pedestrian struck by minivan in Minneapolis

The adult female victim was transported to Hennepin County Medical Center with very serious injuries.

by Peter Cox

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September 5, 2014 4:20 PM

Skyway expert says public-private boundary creates confusion

Part of the confusion over which skyway spaces are public is that it's different in each of the Twin Cities.

by MPR News Staff

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September 5, 2014 12:15 PM

St. Louis Park drops swimming lessons following drowning

St. Louis Park school leaders say they're suspending swimming lessons this year as they reassess swimming programs and safety after a middle school boy drowned earlier this year.

by Laura Yuen

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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