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July 2, 2017 11:12 AM

Sunday liquor sales now legal in Minnesota

July 2 marked the first time Minnesota liquor retailers were legally able to sell alcohol on a Sunday in the state's history.

by Doualy Xaykaothao

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June 30, 2017 8:43 AM

Twins and Lynx have big games while Wolves wheel and deal with free agents

The Minnesota Twins and Lynx are set for big matchups this weekend. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves are hoping to sign some new free agent players, with the help of new player Jimmy Butler who arrived in a trade last week.

by MPR News Staff

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June 30, 2017 8:18 AM

Marvin Gaye reluctantly gave in to the disco craze

Until he put "Got To Give It Up" out, Gaye had resisted recording a song to cash in on the disco craze of the 1970s. He was not a fan of the genre and the lyrics to this song are written as a parody of the typical disco dance floor story line.

by MPR News Staff

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June 30, 2017 8:14 AM

June warmer than normal in Minnesota

It was a change from May, which broke a long string of warmer than normal months for Minnesota.

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June 30, 2017 4:00 AM

For some liquor stores, Sunday sales aren't exactly good news

This weekend, Minnesota liquor retailers will be allowed to sell alcohol on a Sunday for the first time in the state's history. But not all liquor stores are planning to take full advantage of the new law.

by Kirsti Marohn

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June 29, 2017 8:50 AM

New law will require police to complete new training

A new law takes effect July 1 requiring all Minnesota police officers to go through special training in conflict de-escalation, mental health response and implicit bias.

by Cathy Wurzer and Curtis Gilbert

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June 29, 2017 4:00 AM

St. Paul drives plan for Ford site, but not everyone's on board

City leaders are pushing a "city within a city" plan they say will deliver money, jobs and people to the old Ford truck plant site in Highland Park. But neighbors are divided. A public hearing is set for Friday.

by Tim Nelson