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After weeks of rain, officials in SW Minnesota look to rebuild

After weeks of rain, officials in SW Minnesota look to rebuild

Gov. Mark Dayton, U.S. Sen. Tina Smith, Rep. Collin Peterson and other state and federal officials got a first-hand look Friday at the damage caused by recent storms in southwest Minnesota.
by Mark Steil

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Duluth council member takes on panhandling law

Duluth council member takes on panhandling law

Laws against panhandling experienced a huge growth in the U.S. in the first half of the decade. Now, the city of Duluth is set to take on the issue of repealing its ban.
by Tom Crann

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Social media are causing scenic spots to be 'loved to death'

Social media are causing scenic spots to be 'loved to death'

Outdoors advocates say the way some social media users share their adventures online is hastening the deterioration of scenic spaces around the world, including Minnesota.
by Cody Nelson

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Scientists and kids work hard so we can survive climate change

Scientists and kids work hard so we can survive climate change

Climate change has lasting effects on how we get our food, how much water is available to us and how we go about our day to day lives. It's a lot to navigate, but scientists from the University of Minnesota are here to help. That and more on this episode of Climate Cast.
by Paul Huttner

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Art Hounds: The activist art of Ricardo Levins Morales

Art Hounds: The activist art of Ricardo Levins Morales

Plus, Art Hounds recommend BodyCartography Project at Weisman Art Museum and First Friday Art Nights in Northfield.
by Marianne Combs

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Newly released case file sheds light on investigation of police officer's shooting death

Newly released case file sheds light on investigation of police officer's shooting death

More than five years after the shooting death of Cold Spring Police Officer Tom Decker, Stearns County has released the investigative file. The thousands of pages of documents show what led investigators to settle on the man they think killed Decker.
by Kirsti Marohn

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When Fido is frightened by fireworks, try these 4 tricks

When Fido is frightened by fireworks, try these 4 tricks

We may enjoy fireworks, but the loud displays disturb some pets. Social media is buzzing this year with pleas from dog owners to curtail the celebration to help out our furry friends. Here's some ways to help your frightened pet.
by Tom Crann

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Revised guidelines for osteoporosis screening

Revised screening guidelines for osteoporosis have been published in the Journal of the American Medical Association. Here's what you need to know.
by Tom Crann

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