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March 15, 2010 6:55 AM

Prius owner worried over vehicle's braking problems

Minnesota drivers are among those raising questions about the safety of Toyota vehicles, and one Minneapolis Prius owner worries his car is having problems, despite not being included in the recall.

by Jessica Mador

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March 15, 2010 6:36 AM

2010 Census forms on the way

The 2010 Census is underway. The Census Bureau dropped census forms in the mail and they should arrive in homes across the state and the country this week.

by Toni Randolph

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March 15, 2010 6:21 AM

Minnesota turkey hunters are getting another shot

Minnesota turkey hunters are getting another shot.

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March 15, 2010 6:17 AM

2 MnSCU schools could get new presidents this week

Community colleges in Brooklyn Park and Inver Grove Heights could get new presidents Wednesday when the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities trustees meet.

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March 15, 2010 6:14 AM

St. Paul conservatory to hold wedding showcase

Future brides and grooms can get a look at the gardens at St. Paul's Como Park Zoo and Conservatory at an open house next weekend.

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March 15, 2010 6:10 AM

Brooklyn Center police: Woman's death was homicide

Authorities are investigating whether a 911 call about a suicidal woman in suburban Minneapolis was actually an attempt to hide a homicide.

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March 12, 2010 6:00 PM

Minn. out of money for jobless training program

Minnesota is out of money for its job-training program for the unemployed - when demand is high because of the tough economy.

by Annie Baxter

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March 12, 2010 5:52 PM

FDA panel backs Medtronic brain stimulator

Federal health advisers say a brain stimulating device from Medtronic can be approved for epilepsy, provided the company conducts follow-up safety studies.

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March 12, 2010 5:02 PM

Andrew Zimmern on Leeann Chin

Leeann Chin, who founded the Minnesota chain of Chinese restaurants bearing her name, passed away Wednesday from complications from a long-term illness. She was 77.