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April 10, 2017 12:04 AM

After break, tough budget negotiations set to begin at Capitol

Lawmakers have a $1.65 billion surplus to work with, but that doesn't mean a compromise will come easy.

by Tim Pugmire

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April 10, 2017 12:04 AM

Perpich arts center focuses on overhaul amid shutdown talk

State lawmakers are considering a bill that would close the state's Perpich Center for Arts Education and leave the future of its two schools in doubt. Perpich leaders say they can turn the troubled operation around.

by Solvejg Wastvedt

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April 7, 2017 10:48 AM

New exhibition marks 100th anniversary of America entering WWI

During World War I, 2 million American men would be shipped overseas to fight, and more than 100,000 would die. Back home, the U.S. was undergoing its own transformation. A new exhibit at the Minnesota History Center pays tribute to that turbulent time.

by Max Nesterak

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April 7, 2017 9:01 AM

Jack Klatt to play in honor of Spider John Koerner

The Cactus Blossoms, Willie Murphy, Spider John himself and others will be performing at the show.

by MPR News Staff

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April 7, 2017 8:50 AM

Minnesota Twins see very early success

The Twins are 3-0 so far this season, their best start in 10 years.

by MPR News Staff

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April 7, 2017 8:47 AM

Januarys starting to trend warmer than average

University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley also has a forecast that includes the potential for thunderstorms in southern Minnesota this weekend.

by MPR News Staff

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April 7, 2017 4:00 AM

St. Cloud exploring ways to embrace river it has turned its back on

City officials and local partners are looking to reconnect St. Cloud and its residents with the Mississippi by redeveloping a one-mile stretch of the riverfront from downtown north to St. Cloud Hospital.

by Kirsti Marohn