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Appetites | Climate Cast

To avoid 'fatbergs,' keep grease, wipes out of sewer

To avoid 'fatbergs,' keep grease, wipes out of sewer

Minnesota hasn't yet had any monster fatbergs, or giant globs of fat and grease mixed with disposable wipes that can wreak havoc on a city. But they're still causing plenty of problems for sewer systems around the state.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Patients worry about losing therapists, relapse after changes at the Emily Program

Patients worry about losing therapists, relapse after changes at the Emily Program

The Emily Program recently launched programming changes to focus only on acute care. Leaders say those in an outpatient setting and who are grappling primarily with other issues like depression and anxiety will have to find care elsewhere.
by Catharine Richert

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At flu shot deadline, hundreds of Essentia Health employees could lose jobs

At flu shot deadline, hundreds of Essentia Health employees could lose jobs

Duluth-based Essentia Health changed its policy recently to require employees to get the vaccine. Essentia says the change is needed to protect patients, but many experts say the evidence isn't strong enough to make the shots mandatory.
by Dan Kraker

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St. Paul voters could decide future of Ford plant development

St. Paul voters could decide future of Ford plant development

The battle over the future of the 135 acre site of the Ford plant in St. Paul could be going to voters.
by Tim Nelson

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Rep. Cornish blurred boundaries between legislative, sexual pursuits

Rep. Cornish blurred boundaries between legislative, sexual pursuits

New details have surfaced about the behavior of Republican Rep. Tony Cornish, with sources describing conduct to MPR News ranging from unwelcome sexual advances to unwanted flirtatious contact with staff, colleagues and lobbyists.
by Tom Scheck and Brian Bakst

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With Franken's star dimmed, Democrats stand to lose major fundraiser

With Franken's star dimmed, Democrats stand to lose major fundraiser

Sen. Al Franken has raised millions on behalf of candidates around the country over the years. And he has been a tireless campaigner for Minnesota Democrats.
by Mark Zdechlik

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Art Hounds: Regal portraits, radio theater and Latin film

Art Hounds: Regal portraits, radio theater and Latin film

The Art Hounds recommend "The Blacker the Berry," Duluth's "Take It With You" and a four-day film festival.
by Marianne Combs

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Appetites: Reviewer tracks down wacky snacks

Appetites: Reviewer tracks down wacky snacks

Swedish Fish Oreo Cookies? Snickers Espresso? When companies push, sometimes odd, new flavors you might be intrigued, but hesitant to try them out. That's where Ben Passer comes in.
by MPR News Staff

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Dayton apologizes for ongoing licensing problems

Dayton apologizes for ongoing licensing problems

The governor's apology came as lawmakers grilled state officials about why there are still problems with the new system to renew license plates, tabs, titles and registrations.
by Tim Pugmire

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