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Foam with ‘forever chemicals’ found in two Twin Cities streams

Foam with ‘forever chemicals’ found in two Twin Cities streams

State officials said that there's no immediate health threat to the public. But they are cautioning people to keep away from the foam and take precautions if they — or their pets — come into contact with it.
by Kirsti Marohn

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In St. Paul, here's how a potentially violent act never came to be

In St. Paul, here's how a potentially violent act never came to be

There have been a lot of stories about the concerning spike in gun violence and homicides in St. Paul last year. This story is about a potential act of violence that was prevented — thanks to a St. Paul nonprofit, the 8218 Truce Center. It provides a place for youth to relax, learn and settle their differences.
by Nina Moini

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U of M research shows rural moms more likely to die in childbirth

U of M research shows rural moms more likely to die in childbirth

New research shows that mothers who live in rural areas are 9 percent more likely to die or nearly die in childbirth, when compared to mothers who live in urban areas.
by Catharine Richert

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Moorhead seeks to thwart turkey takeover

Moorhead seeks to thwart turkey takeover

Moorhead officials are developing a plan to manage a growing population of urban turkeys. A public meeting this week drew about 70 people — many with tales of turkey conflict.
by Dan Gunderson

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MN Supreme Court ruling: Primary ballot will stay as it is

MN Supreme Court ruling: Primary ballot will stay as it is

The Minnesota Supreme Court has denied a Republican candidate's bid to join Donald Trump on Minnesota's presidential primary ballot.
by Brian Bakst

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St. Paul libraries want to foster a communitywide conversation about climate change

St. Paul libraries want to foster a communitywide conversation about climate change

St. Paul Public Libraries has curated a selection of books climate change for all ages and tastes. Library Director Catherine Penkert recommended some of her picks on Climate Cast.
by Paul Huttner and Megan Burks

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Art Hounds: Le Vent du Nord blows into Winsted

Art Hounds: Le Vent du Nord blows into Winsted

Le Vent Du Nord brings its Quebecois folk to Winsted, A Doll's House gets a sequel and Puppet Lab pushes the boundaries of puppetry.
by Marianne Combs

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Over 65? Smoked even a little in your lifetime? You might want to get screened for this

Over 65? Smoked even a little in your lifetime? You might want to get screened for this

If you’re male, between the ages of 65 and 75, and have smoked as few as five packs of cigarettes in your lifetime, a federal task force is now recommending you get screened to prevent an abdominal aortic aneurysm.
by Tom Crann and Dr. Jon Hallberg

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Reduce health costs by nurturing the sickest? A much-touted idea disappoints

Reduce health costs by nurturing the sickest? A much-touted idea disappoints

Matching the sickest patients with social workers and medical support doesn't reduce costly hospital readmissions, a study finds. Still, some believe greater social investment could make a difference.
by Dan Gorenstein and Leslie Walker

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