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March 14, 2017 6:32 PM

Police unions push proposal to allow off-duty cops to keep guns in venues; Vikings concerned

A bill to allow off-duty police officers to carry guns in places where other people can't awaits final action by the Minnesota Legislature.

by Brian Bakst

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March 14, 2017 11:31 AM

From the archives: Hubert Humphrey, Minnesota's most famous orator

Throughout his long career, Hubert Humphrey plenty of chances to speak in front of crowds - and the gusto with which he did made him Minnesota's most famous orator.

by Sara Porter

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March 14, 2017 8:07 AM

Nikki Lane on being a woman in the music industry

Lane will be performing Tuesday night at the Turf Club in St. Paul.

by MPR News Staff

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March 13, 2017 6:53 PM

Minnesota House passes GOP reinsurance bill

In passing the measure Monday, the Republican-led House also voted down DFL Gov. Mark Dayton's plan to expand a public option.

by Brian Bakst

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March 13, 2017 10:50 AM

Frampton's talkbox featured in Bon Jovi's number one hit

Today's Morning Edition music is from "Livin' on a Prayer" by Bon Jovi which was number one on the Billboard pop chart 30 years ago today.

by MPR News Staff

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March 13, 2017 8:10 AM

Health care, state budget: What to watch at the Capitol this week

Lawmakers are voting on plans to shore up the individual insurance market. And they're starting to come forward with the tax-and-spending framework that will comprise the next two-year budget.

by MPR News Staff

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March 13, 2017 4:00 AM

Photos: Snow can't stop Major League Soccer launch -- or its fans

The world's game as played in March in Minnesota looks a bit different than a match in Milan, Manchester or Madrid. For starters, to get maximum visibility in steadily falling snow, the ball is a blaze orange color familiar to hunters.

by Matt Sepic and Caroline Yang

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March 13, 2017 4:00 AM

Owl feeding controversy ruffles feathers

The controversial practice of luring owls with mice to photograph them in action and up close has come to a head in northeast Minnesota this winter, leading to angry confrontations over ethics and animal welfare.

by Dan Kraker

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March 10, 2017 8:59 AM

Atmosphere to be first act at remodeled Palace Theatre

Over $15 million was spent to renovate the 101-year-old former vaudeville house. There are seats in the balcony, but all the seating on the main floor have been taken out and replaced with a large general admission area in front of the stage.

by MPR News Staff