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May 16, 2018 8:58 AM

Twin Cities radio helped launch Hall and Oates' career

Hall and Oates were relatively unknown when their second album "Abandoned Luncheonette" came out in 1973. That album did not produce any national hits.

by MPR News Staff

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May 15, 2018 7:27 PM

Minnesota House approves tax bill that reduces rates

A compromise between the House and Senate that promises to reduce tax rates for millions of Minnesotans does not yet have the backing of Gov. Mark Dayton. The DFL governor wants emergency aid for schools.

by Tim Pugmire

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May 15, 2018 9:35 AM

How a glorious motorcycle poster inspired 'Born to Be Wild'

Fifty years ago this month, Steppenwolf released "Born to Be Wild," after the first two singles from their debut album flopped. Guitarist Mars Bonfire says he was inspired to write the song when he saw a poster of a motorcycle erupting out of the earth like a volcano, with fire all around it and the caption "Born to Ride."

by Cathy Wurzer

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May 15, 2018 8:05 AM

Can science settle the dispute over wild rice? Babbitt native says yes, by imitating nature

Could an affordable alternative to expensive water treatment systems help mining companies, state regulators, environmentalists and tribes settle their differences?

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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May 15, 2018 4:00 AM

Stauber brings deep roots, Trump ties to 8th District race

Republicans hope to turn Minnesota's 8th District red with Pete Stauber, who has deep ties to the area and the backing of President Trump.

by Mark Zdechlik

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May 15, 2018 4:00 AM

Minneapolis set to prohibit tobacco sales to those under 21

Council members are expected to vote next week on a measure that would make the city the latest in Minnesota to treat smoking like drinking in the eyes of the law.

by Matt Sepic

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May 14, 2018 8:48 PM

Read Mpls. mayor's $50M proposal for affordable housing

Mayor Jacob Frey's proposal would quadruple the amount of money the city typically spends on affordable housing.

by Max Nesterak

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May 14, 2018 10:39 AM

Haim comes to the Twin Cities ... and Lizzo comes home

Haim will be performing Monday and Tuesday night at the Palace Theater in downtown St. Paul. The trio of sisters from Los Angeles may be the headliners, but their opening act on the tour will also be a big draw for Minnesota audiences: it's Lizzo, who launched her career in the Twin Cities.

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May 14, 2018 4:00 AM

Train to nowhere: Twin Cities light rail becomes home for the homeless

Some 200 people use Metro Transit's rail system each night as a rolling shelter. That homeless population is rising at an alarming rate. A late night ride-along reveals challenges that have no easy answers.

by Nina Moini