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January 6, 2017 8:56 AM

Coming soon: Semisonic to release first new music in a long time

The group's bassist John Munson recently told sister station The Current that they'll be recording new tracks in the coming months.

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January 6, 2017 8:25 AM

Minnesota on a temperature roller coaster

It's been a roller coaster for the state when it comes to temperatures this winter. And that will likely continue as temperatures rise again early next week.

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January 6, 2017 8:01 AM

P.J. Fleck is leading candidate for next Gopher football coach

The big story over at the University of Minnesota is the fate of the Golden Gopher football team, which appears to be in the final stages of hiring a new head coach, after Tracy Claeys was fired earlier this week.

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January 6, 2017 4:00 AM

As flu cases surge in Minnesota, vaccinations stall

There's still time to get a flu shot, but federal data show that most people haven't bothered.

by Lorna Benson

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January 5, 2017 11:33 AM

Newborn found abandoned but safe inside Cathedral of St. Paul

The baby was found in healthy condition, wrapped in blankets. Authorities aren't considering it a criminal matter.

by Tim Nelson, Matt Sepic and MPR News Staff

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January 5, 2017 8:54 AM

University of Minnesota disciplinary hearing: Here's how it works

Ten suspended University of Minnesota football players accused of sexually assaulting a student could face disciplinary hearings this month. The panel of faculty, students and staff will decide guilt and any punishment. Here's what to expect.

by MPR News Staff

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January 5, 2017 7:59 AM

McCartney recorded 'Penny Lane' vocals 50 years ago

The Beatles were at Abbey Road Studios in London recording sessions for their eighth studio album, "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band." "Penny Lane" didn't make it onto that album, though.

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January 5, 2017 5:51 AM

Coyle: 'We'll move quickly' on hiring new football coach

The U's athletic director said he has been in this situation before at Syracuse and Boise State. Regents Chair Dean Johnson said he expects a hire soon.

by Peter Cox