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October 7, 2010 5:14 PM

Carter says government must help solve foreclosure crisis

Former President Jimmy Carter is emphasizing the need for the government to assist communities devastated by foreclosure, during his visit to the Twin Cities this week with Habitat for Humanity.

by Jessica Mador

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October 6, 2010 6:17 PM

No charges to be filed in U of M assault

Police have decided not to file charges in the sexual assault case involving Chi Psi fraternity at the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis police Sgt. Bill Palmer said.

by Alex Friedrich

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October 5, 2010 5:43 PM

Minn. House speaker won't seek parks job

Minnesota House Speaker Margaret Anderson Kelliher has withdrawn from the pool of finalists to head the parks system in Minneapolis.

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September 29, 2010 3:57 PM

In raids, FBI seeks terrorist links; activists cry foul

When FBI agents raided the homes last week of six anti-war activists in Minneapolis, they weren't looking for information about demonstrations. They were looking for evidence that the activists support three groups designated by the United States government as terrorist organizations.

by Madeleine Baran

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September 27, 2010 9:35 PM

Hundreds protest FBI raids on anti-war activists

Hundreds of protesters gathered outside FBI offices in Minneapolis and Chicago on Monday, bearing signs and shouting chants condemning the agency's recent searches of homes and offices of anti-war activists in both cities.

by Steve Karnowski, Associated Press

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September 24, 2010 5:41 PM

St. Paul could see flooding as Mississippi River continues to rise

The city of St. Paul could see flooding next week as water levels in the Mississippi River continue to rise, the National Weather Service said Friday.

by Madeleine Baran

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September 24, 2010 3:00 AM

For teens in north Minneapolis, safety is an everyday concern

For many young African Americans in Minneapolis, their only risky behavior is going to school, riding the city bus or going to a party. One youth group is hoping their campaign for peace will change that.

by Brandt Williams

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September 21, 2010 5:09 PM

Mpls apartment out of compliance with safety rules

The owner of the Minneapolis building where a carbon monoxide leak injured five people Tuesday failed to comply with safety regulations, the city's fire marshal said.

by Madeleine Baran

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September 16, 2010 4:30 PM

Toyota involved in fatal St. Paul crash to be moved

The Toyota Camry involved in a fatal accident in St. Paul four years ago will be moved out of police custody Friday. Koua Fong Lee was driving the 1996 Camry when he crashed into another car. The car is now the subject of multiple civil lawsuits against Toyota.

by Jessica Mador