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Rochester construction is booming, but affordable housing lags

Rochester construction is booming, but affordable housing lags

A Rochester city survey of residents shows that a strong majority is worried there isn't enough affordable housing for people working in the city's growing service industries.
by Catharine Richert

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Eighth District DFL hopefuls face off in Duluth debate

Eighth District DFL hopefuls face off in Duluth debate

Candidates in the Aug. 14 primary named the issues that motivate them to run for the seat being vacated by Rep. Rick Nolan.
by Mark Zdechlik

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X Gamer Larrin on facing fears in the air

X Gamer Larrin on facing fears in the air

Wisconsin native X Gamer Mykel Larrin said there's growth in facing fears through the aerial stunts on his bike.
by Tom Crann

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Ex-inmate's mission: Keep others from going back to prison

Ex-inmate's mission: Keep others from going back to prison

James Badue-El is working to make the community a better place for former inmates and for his growing family.
by Manda Lillie

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'Aggressive prosecution' promised in prison officer's killing

'Aggressive prosecution' promised in prison officer's killing

Minnesota corrections officials offered new details Thursday of the violent history of an inmate suspected of killing a corrections officer at the Stillwater state prison, and their plans moving forward.
by Matt Sepic and Nina Moini

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Trump administration extends special protected status for Somalis

The surprise decision allows hundreds of Somalis living in Minnesota who fled violence and famine in their home country to stay another 18 months.
by Dan Kraker

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What's the impact of fossil fuel divestment?

What's the impact of fossil fuel divestment?

Marketplace economics editor Chris Farrell gives us the lowdown on how much it matters when cities or universities pull investment funds form fossil fuels interests.
by Paul Huttner

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Human rights commissioner to address student discipline at Rochester schools

State Human Rights Commissioner Kevin Lindsey will hold a meeting with parents and community members in Rochester Wednesday evening, to discuss the increasing number of suspensions of students of color and students with disabilities.
by Catharine Richert

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St. Paul syringe exchange aims to stem tide of hepatitis C and HIV

St. Paul syringe exchange aims to stem tide of hepatitis C and HIV

National health officials have called for local governments to embrace syringe exchanges in the face of rising hepatitis C and HIV rates for people who inject drugs.
by Jon Collins

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