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June 27, 2017 1:46 PM

Researchers race to slow a disease that could wipe out some bat species

The fungal disease called white-nose syndrome has killed millions of bats since it was first discovered in North America 10 years ago, but University of Minnesota scientist Christine Salomon hopes to find a treatment deep in the cold damp shafts of the Soudan Mine.

by Dan Gunderson

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June 24, 2017 4:00 AM

To understand Viking culture, take a look at their plates

A Swedish culinary archaeologist recreates meals eaten by Vikings. He's appearing at the Midwest Viking Festival in Moorhead and at the Swedish Institute in Minneapolis this weekend.

by Dan Gunderson

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June 23, 2017 4:00 AM

Yanez juror: 'Nobody was OK with it'

A week after a jury found officer Jeronimo Yanez not guilty on second-degree manslaughter and felony weapons charges, one of the jurors has given MPR News the first detailed account of what took place during deliberations.

by Tom Weber and MPR News Staff

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June 22, 2017 5:14 PM

Organizers move to sideline police at Pride festival

After the verdict in the Castile shooting trial, some in the LGBT community were uncomfortable with uniformed officers playing a visible role in this weekend's parade and other events.

by Marianne Combs

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June 22, 2017 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Tap dance, plein air painters and cross-cultural improv

Here's what the hounds have picked for this weekend.

by Marianne Combs

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June 22, 2017 12:00 AM

Expert on police behavior discusses key part of juror instruction

Police behavior expert, David Harris, sat down with MPR News to discuss a key part of the instructions that the Yanez jury received -- related to the "reasonable use of force" by police officers.

by MPR News Staff

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June 21, 2017 5:03 PM

Appetites: Amazing food in unassuming places

The best bites in the food world are often found in the most unassuming places, according to food critic Mecca Bos.

by MPR News Staff

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June 21, 2017 2:15 PM

Are more toll roads in Minnesota's future?

State lawmakers want MnDOT to study toll roads. It's an idea that seems in line with President Donald Trump's vision for transportation, but some state leaders say toll roads aren't the answer for Minnesota.

by Brian Bakst