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June 8, 2010 2:08 PM

Contract approval expected tonight for new Mpls. supt.

Bernadeia Johnson was named Minneapolis superintendent in January but won't officially take over until July 1.

by Tom Weber

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June 6, 2010 10:00 PM

More metro area commuters riding the bus

Here's another sliver of evidence the economy is improving. Bus ridership in the Twin Cities is rising again. Metro Transit officials say the economy, more than any other factor -- more than climate change, more than the Gulf oil spill -- affects ridership numbers.

by Dan Olson

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June 3, 2010 4:52 PM

Mpls. police unveil plans to halt spike in violence

The latest anti-crime strategies have been used before. Police say many of the criminals involved in this year's violence are familiar, too. But police officials say what's new, is that some of the violence has spread into unfamiliar territory.

by Brandt Williams

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May 28, 2010 5:38 PM

St. Paul software company cutting up to 200 jobs

A St. Paul software company has announced plans to cut between 150 and 200 positions worldwide. Lawson Software employs about 800 people in downtown St. Paul.

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May 28, 2010 4:36 PM

Minneapolis changes its building inspection program

The Minneapolis City Council has approved a series of changes to the city's housing inspections program.

by Brandt Williams

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May 28, 2010 4:14 PM

Minneapolis police settle excessive force lawsuit

The city of Minneapolis has agreed to pay $235,000 to settle a lawsuit filed by a man who was tackled and punched by police officers during an arrest last year.

by Brandt Williams

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May 28, 2010 2:24 PM

Lakewood Cemetery's memorial chapel marks 100 years

The Memorial Day holiday is a time to remember those who gave their lives in service to our country. But this Memorial Day weekend in Minneapolis, a well-known monument itself will be celebrated.

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May 28, 2010 12:48 PM

Lawson Software cuts up to 200 jobs

A St. Paul software company is cutting up to 200 positions worldwide, or less than 5 percent of its workforce.

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May 28, 2010 3:00 AM

Bikes not in plans for Central Corridor on University Avenue

Cyclists are rallying for dedicated space on University Avenue. And in their fight for bike lanes, they're making an unusual push for more street parking for cars.

by Laura Yuen