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Extra-wet weather made July feel hotter than normal
For nearly half a decade, Minnesota Julys have been extra dry. This year broke that streak, says climatologist and meteorologist Mark Seeley.
Child dies after being hit by city truck in Moorhead
Authorities say a 9-year-old boy died Thursday after being hit by a city public works truck in Moorhead.
Rochester’s new bus line comes with pain — and promise — for local businesses
Rochester is a decade into the largest economic development project in state history. And a big part of the plan is a rapid bus line that stands to move more than 10,000 people around Rochester daily. For local businesses, it comes with some pain — and promise.
As some governments pull away from climate issues, others are working on solutions
MPR News chief meteorologist Paul Huttner talked with author Alan Weisman about the innovative ways people across the globe are creating practical solutions to combat climate change.
Albert Lea City Council blocks first cannabis retailer
In a narrow vote, the Albert Lea City Council blocked the town’s first cannabis dispensary from opening. The move could incite legal action.