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July 17, 2009 1:15 PM

State shuts down interim gang strike force

State officials shut down the Metro Gang Strike Force today, just a week after they kick-started the embattled gang unit, hoping to overcome a string of scandals.

by Tim Nelson

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July 17, 2009 9:38 AM

How To: Make a Mosaic

While many people consider mosaics to be a sort of craft, enthusiasts know that it can also be high art, in the right hands.

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July 17, 2009 8:24 AM

For Twins ballpark, grass is greener in Colorado

The grass for the new Twins ballpark has been growing for about a year -- not in Minnesota, but in Colorado. Chosen for the fast-draining qualities of its sandy soil, the turf will make the 800 mile trek to Minneapolis in August.

by Cathy Wurzer

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July 16, 2009 8:49 AM

Woman accused of swindling $220,000 from her mother

A North St. Paul woman is accused of swindling $220,000 from her blind mother whose care was entrusted to her.

by Elizabeth Baier

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July 16, 2009 6:19 AM

MnDOT seeks ideas for replacing St. Paul bridge

Minnesota transportation officials plan to replace an aging steel bridge over the Mississippi River east of downtown St. Paul starting in 2011.

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July 15, 2009 2:28 PM

Judge issues injunctions against gang members at Rondo Days

The city of St. Paul has successfully banned more than a dozen reputed gang members from hanging out together at a popular street festival this weekend.

by Elizabeth Baier

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July 14, 2009 1:06 PM

Time running out for DTV coupon program

Community organizations around the Twin Cities are urging families who have not yet applied for digital TV converter coupons to do so before time runs out.

by Elizabeth Baier

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July 14, 2009 11:55 AM

Attorney General accuses debt arbitrator of fraud

Minnesota Attorney General Lori Swanson is accusing a St. Louis Park company that arbitrates consumer credit disputes of consumer fraud, deceptive trade practices and false advertising.

by Tim Pugmire