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More questions raised at Stem Cell Institute
Tom Crann talked with Arthur Kaplan, director of the Center for Bioethics at the University of Pennsylvania, about allegations of data manipulation in research papers published out of its prestigious Stem Cell Institute.
Williams ordered to leave foreclosed home; supporters vow to stay
A Minneapolis woman who has publicly refused to leave her foreclosed house was ordered to leave the property this afternoon by Hennepin County sheriff's deputies. But a group of supporters is in the house and has vowed to stay despite the order.
FBI agents raided a Minneapolis travel agency earlier this week in connection with a broader investigation into the disappearances of about 20 Somali-American men.
Officials split over proposed change in college loans
President Obama wants to take private banks out of the business of handling federally guaranteed student loans, and some of Minnesota's college financial aid officials are split over the issue.
Article prompts inquiry into U of M stem cell study
A British magazine's doubts over stem cell images at a University of Minnesota research center has promoted an inquiry into a paper published by one of its scientists late last year.
How is 'cash for clunkers' affecting dealers now?
Last week we visited Fury Motors in South St. Paul to find out how the "cash for clunkers" program was affecting dealers. Today, we're checking back in with Jim Leonard, co-owner of Fury Motors.
Minneapolis writer chronicles her eating disorder
Nicole Johns was diagnosed as having EDNOS, or an Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. She has now written a book about her experience in the hope she can help others.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sued White Way Cleaners, claiming the St. Paul-based dry cleaner unlawfully fired an employee because she was pregnant.
Bar owners near the new University of Minnesota football stadium are seeking city permission to serve drinks outside their walls on game days.