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Police agencies discuss future of gang task force

The investigation of the Metro Gang Strike Force is expanding, Minnesota's Public Safety Commissioner told police in St. Paul today.
by Tim Nelson

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Anti-gang unit to have all new members

A temporary, gang-fighting police unit will contain all new members while the investigation of the Metro Gang Strike Force continues.
by Amy Forliti, Associated Press

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St. Paul Pioneer Press lays off 11 employees

St. Paul Pioneer Press lays off 11 employees

The St. Paul Pioneer Press has laid off 11 employees, including nine in the newsroom.

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Gang Strike Force board to discuss temporary unit

Authorities focused on combating gang activity in the Twin Cities hope to set up a temporary unit this week, so their investigations can continue while the Metro Gang Strike Force remains suspended.
by Amy Forliti, Associated Press

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Cemetery's new site designed for Asian families

Cemetery's new site designed for Asian families

A large Minneapolis cemetery has developed a new burial site aimed at attracting Asian-American families.
by Laura Yuen

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U of M to host students from North Africa

Twenty students from North Africa will study at the University of Minnesota this fall under a State Department program to promote understanding of the United States and develop future leaders.

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Macalester plans $70 million fine arts expansion

Macalester plans $70 million fine arts expansion

Provost Kathleen Murray said the first phase of the project will expand the Janet Wallace Fine Arts Center by 50 percent.
by Euan Kerr

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News Cut: Minnesota Weekend

News Cut: Minnesota Weekend

It's time for the annual "Minnesota Weekend" photo show on News Cut. Take your camera with you this weekend, take a picture of something uniquely Minnesota and send it in.
by Bob Collins

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