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Security becomes more visible as Super Bowl approaches

Security becomes more visible as Super Bowl approaches

Security arrangements, including fencing and barriers, are starting to go up around U.S. Bank Stadium.
by Tim Nelson

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Federal tax changes could have a big price tag in Minnesota

Federal tax changes could have a big price tag in Minnesota

Minnesota lawmakers will be under pressure this year to adjust state tax laws to reflect recent federal changes. If they don't, businesses and individuals will be in for significant tax increases rather than tax cuts.
by Tim Pugmire

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U hoops' Lynch denies sex assault claims, will fight expulsion

U hoops' Lynch denies sex assault claims, will fight expulsion

University of Minnesota basketball player Reggie Lynch's contact with two women in 2016 was consensual, his lawyer told reporters Wednesday.
by Peter Cox

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School desegregation case goes to state Supreme Court

School desegregation case goes to state Supreme Court

A case claiming persistent school segregation effectively denies Minnesota children an adequate education went before the state Supreme Court Tuesday. Here's what you need to know.
by Solvejg Wastvedt

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Newly sworn-in Minneapolis council chooses Lisa Bender for president

Newly sworn-in Minneapolis council chooses Lisa Bender for president

The council voted unanimously to make the 10th Ward council member the next president. Bender promised to work on affordable housing and a number of issues that newer council members ran on last year.
by Brandt Williams

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PolyMet is nearly clear to build controversial Iron Range mine

PolyMet is nearly clear to build controversial Iron Range mine

The DNR has released a draft mining permit for PolyMet to build the state's first copper-nickel mine. But the company still faces hurdles, including more anticipated lawsuits, and raising an estimated $650 million to build the mine.
by Dan Kraker

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The state of the climate in 2018, and its sticky mess

The state of the climate in 2018, and its sticky mess

Not only is climate change making for biblical floods and devastating wildfires, it's also wreaking havoc on a Minnesota maple-syrup maker.
by Paul Huttner

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Tribe allows Red Lake fishing to resume after 2 men were lost

Tribe allows Red Lake fishing to resume after 2 men were lost

No one has fished Lower Red Lake since two anglers were lost nearly two months ago. Fishing was suspended for cultural reasons, but this week the tribe has decided to re-open the lake.
by John Enger

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Did sheriff live in Ramsey Co.? Activists seek probe

Did sheriff live in Ramsey Co.? Activists seek probe

A citizens watchdog group is raising more questions about whether Jack Serier met residency requirements at the time he was appointed sheriff last year. The county chair says Serier "absolutely" met the requirements.
by Tim Nelson

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From St. Paul kid to St. Paul mayor: Carter takes over

From St. Paul kid to St. Paul mayor: Carter takes over

Melvin Carter laid out ambitious plans Tuesday, including a $50 savings account for every child born in St. Paul and a promise to match the $15 an hour minimum wage initiative taking effect in Minneapolis.
by Tim Nelson

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