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January 5, 2010 7:11 PM

ATC talks with former Northwest Airlines Security chief Douglas Laird

Does the false-alarm that partially shut down Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport represent the "new normal" for airport operations? Tom Crann talked to former Northwest Airlines Security chief Douglas Laird.

by Tom Crann

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January 5, 2010 4:33 PM

'Beyond the Yellow Ribbon' participants honored at ceremony

Minnesota National Guard officials are honoring several participants in its Beyond the Yellow Ribbon program.

by Tim Pugmire

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January 5, 2010 4:15 PM

St. Paul man sentenced for bungled bank robbery

A St. Paul man has been sentenced to just over three years in prison for a bungled bank robbery.

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January 5, 2010 3:44 PM

Gaertner to run in Dem primary for governor

Democrat Susan Gaertner said today she will run in the DFL primary for Minnesota governor.

by Tom Scheck

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January 5, 2010 3:00 AM

Spending cuts a top issue for Minn. legislators in 2010

Minnesota legislators are trying to get an early start on the state's projected $1.2 billion budget deficit before the 2010 session starts on Feb. 4, and some are wondering just how much state spending is left to cut.

by Tim Pugmire

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January 4, 2010 7:10 PM

Despite the cold, some cyclists still braving winter commute

The sub-zero temperatures make roads nearly impossible to clean off, but if you thought driving a car in these conditions was hard, consider with bicycle commuters are going through.

by Tom Crann

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January 4, 2010 4:17 PM

Group raises money for charity while reviving old pianos

Brand new pianos demand hefty prices, and used ones, though cheaper, can be an expensive hassle to move. But a St. Paul group is addressing both issues while also raising money for children.

by Chris Roberts

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January 4, 2010 12:54 PM

Minneapolis leaders sworn in, face budget problems

Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak and the 13-member City Council were sworn in Monday at City Hall, while being warned that the city's financial woes are likely to continue.

by Brandt Williams