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8 face criminal charges in disrupted pro-Trump rally

8 face criminal charges in disrupted pro-Trump rally

Prosecutors say eight people were involved in a melee at a March rally held by supporters of President Trump inside the Minnesota state Capitol.
by Tim Nelson

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Crystal police shoot man in park; BCA investigating

Four Crystal officers are on standard leave after shooting an 18-year-old man in Bassett Creek Park. Authorities say the man pointed a weapon at the officers, which was later found to be an airsoft gun.
by MPR News Staff and Doualy Xaykaothao

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Dayton 'genuinely undecided' on GOP budget bills

Dayton 'genuinely undecided' on GOP budget bills

DFL Gov. Mark Dayton says he'll decide on Tuesday whether to sign the bills that spell out a new $46 billion state budget. A veto of just one budget bill would trigger another special session or partial shutdown.
by Tim Pugmire

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Minneapolis prepares to set minimum wage

Council members considering how much the base wage will be and who will be eligible for it.
by Brandt Williams

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Climate Cast: Weather whiplash in California

Climate Cast: Weather whiplash in California

The Golden State has dealt with drought and now torrential rainfall. What is spurring the flip in weather out West?
by Paul Huttner

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Art Hounds: A big weekend for visual arts

Art Hounds: A big weekend for visual arts

Three art shows take on the environment, consumerism and police brutality.
by Marianne Combs

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St. Paul leaders propose skyway changes after security complaints

St. Paul leaders propose skyway changes after security complaints

The proposal calls for skyways to close at midnight instead of 2 a.m. this summer. Building owners would be mandated to lock their doors and do security sweeps.
by Emma Sapong

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DNR fees are going up. Here's how some outdoorspeople are responding

DNR fees are going up. Here's how some outdoorspeople are responding

Hunting, fishing and riding a four-wheeler will cost a bit more in the environment and natural resources budget bill awaiting a signature from DFL Gov. Mark Dayton.
by John Enger

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State of the City: Hodges touts changes, acknowledges challenges

State of the City: Hodges touts changes, acknowledges challenges

Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges used Tuesday's State of the City speech to make the case for her agenda. She's facing a strong field of challengers in her bid for reelection.
by Brandt Williams

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