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GOP sends mailings that look like census forms

GOP sends mailings that look like census forms

Some Minnesota residents have received surveys in the mail called the "2010 Congressional District Census," which asks for demographic information, opinions on issues, and checks made payable to the Republican National Committee.
by Tim Nelson and Elizabeth Dunbar

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Group calling on St. Paul Ford plant to produce electric cars

The advocacy group Environment Minnesota Wednesday joined with other organizations, including the United Auto Workers Local 879, to call for production of electric cars at the St. Paul Ford plant.
by Annie Baxter

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Favre, Vikings ready for Saints but looking ahead to Super Bowl

Favre, Vikings ready for Saints but looking ahead to Super Bowl

As the Minnesota Vikings get ready to head to New Orleans for Sunday's NFC Championship, quarterback Brett Favre said his thoughts have been on next month's Super Bowl.
by Tim Nelson

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BCA completes investigation in Crittenden case

The Bureau of Criminal Apprehension has completed its investigation into the September deaths of a North St. Paul police officer and his accused attacker.

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Study: More poor living in U.S. suburbs than in cities

According to a new study released Wednesday by the Brookings Institution, there are more poor people living in U.S. suburbs than there are in central cities.
by Brandt Williams

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Johnson talks about leading Minneapolis schools

Bernadeia Johnson has been tapped to lead the Minneapolis public schools. Johnson, who is the district's deputy superintendent, was named the only finalist for the job at Tuesday night's school board meeting. Johnson talked with MPR's Cathy Wurzer.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Former Medtronic CEO says health reform will hinge on 'low-tech' solutions

Former Medtronic CEO says health reform will hinge on 'low-tech' solutions

Former Medtronic CEO Bill George spoke in Minneapolis Tuesday to a group of business and civic leaders about the health care bill and the future of medical technology.
by Tim Nelson

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Legislative auditor plans follow-up investigation on data breach

At the capitol Tuesday, legislative auditor Jim Nobles testified about a special review he's begun into the state's dealings with a Texas company hired to do employment verification.
by Sasha Aslanian

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