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February 14, 2018 4:00 AM

What is behind the recent spike in drug seizures?

Authorities say they're seeing some big drug seizures in Minnesota, including marijauna and methamphetamine. Drug experts say it reflects trends every bit as troubling as the opioid crisis.

by Tim Nelson

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February 14, 2018 4:00 AM

Flags at half-staff in remembrance of Minnesota pilot, Medal of Honor recipient

Flags will be at half-staff at state and federal buildings on Wednesday as a birthday remembrance of the Medal of Honor pilot, Major Leo Thorsness.

by Mark Steil

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February 13, 2018 9:48 AM

If you want to own a song with Prince, you better be wealthy

Chris Moon is hoping to cash in his association with Prince by selling his co-ownership of the song "Soft and Wet."

by MPR News Staff

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February 13, 2018 9:12 AM

Officials believe DMV bugs are fixed after Monday mishaps

Staff at Minnesota's motor vehicle bureaus are hoping for a smoother day Tuesday after computer trouble left them unable to renew driver's licenses most of the day Monday.

by Matt Sepic

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February 13, 2018 5:42 AM

Special elections don't change power balance

Two special elections Monday resulted in Democrats holding on to a Senate seat and Republicans keeping control of a House seat.

by Tim Pugmire

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February 13, 2018 4:00 AM

Frogtown answers call for city plans with 125-page comic book

Each of St. Paul's 17 districts is required to submit a "Small Area Plan" about once every 10 years to communicate what their needs and priorities are. The Frogtown Neighborhood Association took a fresh, fun approach to their plan this year.

by Max Nesterak

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February 12, 2018 10:33 AM

Celebrating Mister Rogers, with puppets

The life and teachings of Fred Rogers, the longtime host of the PBS children's program "Mister Rogers Neighborhood," are the subject of a new production by the Heart of the Beast Puppet Theater in Minneapolis.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 12, 2018 8:26 AM

Wind, ice and cold are making this Olympics too wintry

Wind and ice pellets left Olympic snowboarders simply trying to stay upright in conditions that many felt were unfit for competition, the best ski jumpers on the planet dealing with swirling gusts and biathletes aiming to shoot straight.

by The Associated Press

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February 12, 2018 4:00 AM

Wireless internet to the rescue? New tech could help close connectivity gap

Google stunned the internet world in 2016 by investing in wireless internet technology and scaling back on its plans to connect customers with fiber optic lines. Wireless advocates say Minnesota should do the same.

by Mark Steil