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Emerald ash borer quarantine extended in Minn.
Minnesota agriculture authorities have put long-term restrictions in place for for wood products in Hennepin, Ramsey and Houston counties, which have been infested with the emerald ash borer.
Gang strike force fallout raises new questions
As the FBI continues its investigation into the now defunct Metro Gang Strike Force, questions linger about prosecutions related to those cases and how jurors view police testimony in future cases.
Police to change review policy for dash cam videos
Minneapolis police officials say they will make minor changes to the department's policy on squad car videos in response to a videotaped incident in which officers kicked and punched a man who they say resisted before he was arrested.
A new train station could be in Minneapolis' future
We're a long way past the golden era of passenger trains in this country. Even so, there's a plan taking shape in Minneapolis for a new train station sometime in the near future.
Klobuchar urging Minnesotans take advantage of 'clunkers' program
DFL Sen. Amy Klobuchar is urging Minnesotans who can afford to upgrade their cars to take advantage of the "cash for clunkers" program before it expires on Monday.
Program aims to fill food shelves with local fruit
A new program in the Twin Cities sends volunteers to pick fruit that would otherwise go to waste and then donates it to local food shelves.
What's next for the gang strike force?
Four legislative committees convene next week to discuss a new report alleging widespread misconduct and even criminal behavior by members of the now-disbanded Metro Gang Strike Force. MPR reporter Tim Nelson discusses what's next.
Portions of the light rail line in the Twin Cities metro area will be closed for construction this weekend.
Suds specialists are gathering at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds with an enviable mission: finding the best home-brewed beer, mead and cider.
The National Weather Service has confirmed that four weak tornadoes touched down in the Twin Cities area Wednesday, bringing winds between 70 mph and 85 mph.