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April 8, 2019 2:00 PM

A Beautiful World: Tips for artists in hard times

Austin Kleon thought he might give up writing. Then he developed a list of steps that could keep him on track.

by Heather McElhatton

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April 8, 2019 1:59 PM

House Democrats seek $1.2 billion tax increase

DFL leaders say the tax increase would hit big businesses that got a windfall in the federal tax plan. Senate Republicans said the proposal is unworkable and that they will fight it.

by Tim Pugmire

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April 8, 2019 10:56 AM

Could springtime flooding lead to spread of invasive carp?

This spring's widespread flooding across the Midwest has brought destruction and economic hardship in Iowa, Nebraska and Missouri. Minnesota, still in the midst of the spring flooding season, has seen rivers swell and tributaries spill their banks.

by Kirsti Marohn

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April 5, 2019 10:21 AM

Alumni describe what it means to see their teams in Final Four

Twin Cities-based alumni from Auburn University, Michigan State, Texas Tech and the University of Virginia talk about their schools, traditions, cheers and histories.

by Peter Cox

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April 4, 2019 5:57 PM

Corporate risk, opportunity from climate change

A new report details climate change risks and opportunities major companies see impacting their bottom line.

by Paul Huttner

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April 4, 2019 5:10 PM

Ramsey County pledges better sexual assault investigations

The chiefs of every police department in Ramsey County signed on Thursday to a collaborative effort to improve sexual assault investigations, with a focus on better training for law enforcement officers and more advocacy for assault survivors.

by Euan Kerr

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April 4, 2019 2:48 PM

Family-run Iron Range furnace company hopes clean design will pay off

Lamppa Manufacturing makes the cleanest-burning wood furnace in the country. And it's preparing for a big expansion, just as the federal government is about to tighten its regulations on wood heaters. The new rules could give Lamppa a leg up on its competition -- but only if the EPA leaves them in place.

by Dan Kraker

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April 4, 2019 2:24 PM

Never shy of campaign money, Klobuchar 2020 bid poses new test

Sen. Amy Klobuchar will soon disclose how much money she pulled in since entering the 2020 presidential campaign in February. And her past fundraising may provide some clues about how she's approaching the race.

by Brian Bakst

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April 4, 2019 1:58 PM

Evidence too graphic? Judge to weigh media and defense demand in Noor case

Media groups, including MPR News, are challenging a judge's decision that autopsy photos and body camera footage of the shooting's aftermath are not to be made public.

by Jon Collins