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June 29, 2009 2:19 PM

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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June 29, 2009 8:30 AM

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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June 29, 2009 8:05 AM

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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June 26, 2009 5:35 PM

Police identify 70-year-old woman killed by garbage truck

Authorities have released the name of the 70-year-old woman who was struck and killed by a garbage truck as she walked her dog in downtown St. Paul early Friday morning.

by Elizabeth Baier and Madeleine Baran

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June 26, 2009 1:35 PM

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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June 26, 2009 11:43 AM

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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June 26, 2009 10:19 AM

Pride festival to draw big crowds this weekend

Thousands of people are expected to converge this weekend in downtown Minneapolis for the Twin Cities' Pride Festival and Parade.

by Elizabeth Baier

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June 26, 2009 8:55 AM

Minneapolis bells to toll for Michael Jackson

A tribute will take place this morning in downtown Minneapolis in honor of idolized superstar Michael Jackson.

by Elizabeth Baier

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June 26, 2009 6:28 AM

Cirque du Soleil raises tent in St. Paul

Cirque du Soleil officials will raise the trademark blue and yellow big top in downtown St. Paul on Friday, in anticipation of the upcoming performance, "Kooza."