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As Waymo test-driving continues, Minneapolis considers autonomous vehicle restrictions

As Waymo test-driving continues, Minneapolis considers autonomous vehicle restrictions

Some council members want to require driverless taxi companies to have a human monitor in the driver’s seat, citing safety concerns and potential job loss for Uber and Lyft drivers.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Morning Announcements for Sept. 21

Morning Announcements for Sept. 21

These are the Morning Announcements for Monday, Sept. 21. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Morning Announcements for Sept. 18

Morning Announcements for Sept. 18

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, Sept. 18. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Hotel gardener shares what it takes to keep plants looking good

Hotel gardener shares what it takes to keep plants looking good

Robyn Wefel has been the gardener at the landmark St. Paul Hotel for 14 years. She’s the third person to hold the position since the garden was built in 1994.
by Phineas Pope

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Morning Announcements for Sept. 16 and 17

Morning Announcements for Sept. 16 and 17

These are the Morning Announcements for Wednesday, Sept. 16 and Thursday, Sept. 17. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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Federal rule change may pressure Minnesota’s historic Pipestone quarry, advocates warn 

Federal rule change may pressure Minnesota’s historic Pipestone quarry, advocates warn 

Preservation advocates are lining up against a proposed federal rule change that could affect how the nation cares for historic places, including the Pipestone quarry, a southwestern Minnesota site sacred to Native people.
by Melissa Olson

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Morning Announcements for Sept. 11 and 14

Morning Announcements for Sept. 11 and 14

These are the Morning Announcements for Friday, Sept. 11 and Monday, Sept. 14. Tell us what you’re celebrating!
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