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Punk rocker of bonsai world at work in northern Minnesota

Punk rocker of bonsai world at work in northern Minnesota

Brainerd Bonsai artist David Crust shocked the bonsai world and won international acclaim for a tree he grew in a vacuum cleaner.
by John Enger

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Trial of man who shot at Somali Americans expected to wrap up Tuesday

Trial of man who shot at Somali Americans expected to wrap up Tuesday

Defense attorney Murad Mohammad said his client, Anthony Sawina, testified last week that he fired his gun twice at a carnbecause he feared for his life. Victims said they ducked and tried to get away.
by Brandt Williams

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Twins beating expectations, so far

The Minnesota Twins begin a three-game series against the Red Sox tonight at Target Field.
by MPR News Staff

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Suicide Commandos out with first new album since 1979

Suicide Commandos out with first new album since 1979

In the 1970s the Suicide Commandos were influential trailblazers in the Minnesota punk scene. They broke up in 1979 and until now have only come together for occasional reunion shows.
by MPR News Staff

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With new park, St. Cloud remembers first slaves -- and those who spoke out

With new park, St. Cloud remembers first slaves -- and those who spoke out

St. Cloud's newest park will be named for Mary Butler and her son, who are believed to be the first slaves in St. Cloud. Mayor Dave Kleis says the park is a way to remember St. Cloud's past and honor all of its residents.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Dayton hopes to boost the Mississippi's image as fishing mecca

Dayton hopes to boost the Mississippi's image as fishing mecca

Next weekend, the Minnesota Governor's Fishing Opener will take place on the Mississippi River in St. Cloud, the first time this city has hosted the event in its 70-year history.
by Kirsti Marohn

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Minneapolis Park Board votes to change Lake Calhoun name to Bde Maka Ska

Minneapolis Park Board votes to change Lake Calhoun name to Bde Maka Ska

The name change proposal goes next to the Hennepin County Board. If approved there, the DNR and the U.S. Board of Geographic Names would also need to sign off on the change.
by Matt Sepic

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