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August 25, 2009 5:35 PM

Burnsville man charged in infant son's death

A Burnsville man was charged today with first-degree murder in the death of his 8-month-old son.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 25, 2009 5:21 PM

Recent delays put 'bill of rights' back on the radar

After two high-profile flight delays, there's talk again in Congress regarding a bill of rights for travelers that would limit how long passengers can be cooped up on a plane that's waiting to take off or after it's landed.

by Martin Moylan

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August 25, 2009 10:37 AM

Early morning storms knock out power in metro area

About 1,000 people are still in the dark after an early morning storm system knocked out power lines throughout the Twin Cities.

by Elizabeth Baier

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August 24, 2009 5:55 PM

Experts to vote on best cold climate wine

Fifteen wine experts will gather at the University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus on Tuesday for a unique wine tasting.

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August 24, 2009 5:45 PM

After Franken win, Senate Dems pay $500K bill

Sen. Al Franken's Democratic allies have been helping him pay off his legal bills.

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August 24, 2009 5:30 PM

Target Field to get first batch of grass tonight

The first batch of turf will be delivered and installed at Target Field in downtown Minneapolis this evening, after traveling over 800 miles in refrigerated trucks.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 24, 2009 5:20 PM

Portion of Hennepin Avenue closed over weekend

Motorists should expect delays on a portion of Hennepin Avenue in Minneapolis over the weekend.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 24, 2009 4:53 PM

Woman charged with vehicular homicide in weekend crash

A New Brighton woman has been charged today with vehicular homicide in connection with a fatal accident in St. Paul on Sunday.

by Madeleine Baran

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August 24, 2009 3:34 PM

Input sought on Hennepin County transportation plan

Residents will have the opportunity to comment on Hennepin County's 2030 Transportation Systems Plan at a series of open houses in August and September.

by Madeleine Baran