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September 1, 2016 8:19 AM

More landslides possible in Twin Cities

The potential for landslides in our region has not been studied thoroughly. One University of Minnesota geology professor thinks that needs to change.

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September 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Art Hounds: Rap, classical and deadly

This week on Art Hounds: The homegrown rapper Tek releases his new album, "Local."

by Marianne Combs

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September 1, 2016 4:00 AM

TV ads, outside cash fuel Nolan-Mills rematch in MN 8th

Some $12 million poured into Minnesota's 8th Congressional District two years ago in a nationally watched race. A recent burst of TV ads suggests big money will flood this year's campaign, too.

by Mark Zdechlik

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August 31, 2016 8:36 AM

Foshay's check to Sousa bounced

The Foshay Tower in Minneapolis was dedicated Aug. 31, 1929.

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August 31, 2016 8:14 AM

Ex-inmate finds work, possible new beginning, at State Fair

A team of sanitation workers clean the fair through the night. For one of them, the job is a welcome opportunity.

by Max Nesterak

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August 31, 2016 7:36 AM

MN election official: Paper trail protects against potential hacking

The FBI says states should be aware of Russian hackers who may take aim at voter election systems.

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August 31, 2016 7:00 AM

Fired Lakeville police officer sues city

Rick Bussler was dismissed in November 2014 for leaking information to the media.

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August 31, 2016 4:00 AM

After missing early signs, DNR working to hit new lake invader hard

The DNR is aggressively trying to stop the spread of a new aquatic invasive species called starry stonewort, but the plan may already have been slowed by missed opportunities to identify the fast growing algae.

by Dan Gunderson

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August 30, 2016 8:55 AM

Jane Monheit honors Ella Fitzgerald

The singer says it was hearing Fitzgerald's music that convinced her to be a jazz musician, and she's long wanted to honor that influence in some way.