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5 questions as Minneapolis opens experimental homeless shelter

5 questions as Minneapolis opens experimental homeless shelter

The "navigation center" is the first of its kind in Minnesota and could be a model for sheltering homeless across the state, if it succeeds. Here's what it's about.
by Max Nesterak

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A media ethicist's take on Twin Cities' film critic's plagiarism

Star Tribune movie reviewer Colin Covert, who has worked for the paper for more than 30 years, announced his resignation on Monday amid charges of plagiarism.
by Phil Picardi

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U president finalist Joan Gabel begins statewide tour

U president finalist Joan Gabel begins statewide tour

Following a Twin Cities visit Monday, Gabel is heading to Morris and Crookston Wednesday, then Duluth and Rochester on Thursday. Her final interview is on Friday with the Board of Regents, which is expected to make a decision in the next few weeks.
by Peter Cox

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Photos: Krampus is coming to town

Photos: Krampus is coming to town

A German tradition of people dressed as beasts, who hit people with sticks, is also a feature of Minnesota celebrations this holiday season -- bringing tidings of discomfort and fear.
by Jon Collins

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Don't call them mutts. They're American Shelter Dogs

Don't call them mutts. They're American Shelter Dogs

A few shelters, including Animal Allies in Duluth, have embraced a new breed classification for the homeless dogs that turn up at their door. Advocates hope it will boost adoptions. Not everyone agrees.
by Tim Nelson

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Science shows it's been a gloomy start to winter

September through November 2018 was quite gloomy across Minnesota. MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with University of Minnesota professor emeritus Mark Seeley.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Gopher women's volleyball heats up in the NCAA tournament

The University of Minnesota women's volleyball team continues play in the NCAA tournament on Friday afternoon, when they host Oregon. If the Gophers win, they'll play again on Saturday for the chance to return to the Final Four.
by Cathy Wurzer

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40 years since the Barbra Streisand and Neil Diamond duet 'You Don't Bring Me Flowers' topped the Billboard chart

It's a song that wasn't originally meant to be a duet. Diamond had written a 45-second version to use as the opening theme for a TV series being developed by that Norman Lear — but when the concept of the series changed, the song no longer fit, so Diamond expanded it into a full-length tune.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Outreach group accused of abuse, intimidation at homeless camp

Outreach group accused of abuse, intimidation at homeless camp

Native American leaders in the Twin Cities condemned the actions of a group working in the homeless encampment in Minneapolis in a public statement Friday.
by Max Nesterak

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People dumped off Medicare Cost plans frustrated, angry

People dumped off Medicare Cost plans frustrated, angry

A change in federal law intended to reduce Medicare spending is causing confusion and anger among seniors and could leave some with huge, uncovered medical expenses next year.
by Mark Zdechlik

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