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Racial issues forcing change in Minneapolis parks leadership

Board President Liz Wielinski and Vice President Scott Vreeland are expected to step down from their leadership posts Wednesday after months of acrimony and conflict tied to issues of race and the park system.
by Tim Nelson

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Ely residents sharply divided over mining near BWCA

Ely residents sharply divided over mining near BWCA

Today is the last day for the public to comment on whether two controversial mining leases near the Boundary Waters should be renewed.
by Dan Kraker

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21 arrests at Minneapolis march over Castile shooting

21 arrests at Minneapolis march over Castile shooting

The protesters, many of them teachers, blocked downtown streets for about three hours Tuesday evening.
by Matt Sepic

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'The Monkees' theme recorded 50 years ago

'The Monkees' theme recorded 50 years ago

The song was one of three written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart for the show's pilot episode.

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Minnesota Twins looking ahead to replace GM

Minnesota Twins looking ahead to replace GM

The Minnesota Twins are looking for a new executive vice president to oversee the team's personnel decisions.

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Executive: Power grid ready as heat wave looms

Power companies say the looming heat wave is expected to put a strain on the electric grid this week. But there will still be enough supply to to keep homes cool.
by Riham Feshir

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In Minneapolis stop, Clinton pledges support for teachers and public education

In Minneapolis stop, Clinton pledges support for teachers and public education

Clinton spoke at the national convention of the American Federation of Teachers, a union that endorsed her presidential candidacy a year ago. Her speech triggered a brief protest.
by Tim Pugmire

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'Afternoon Delight' was No. 1 40 years ago

When they introduced the song in concert, the band would say that it was inspired by the late-afternoon appetizer menu at a D.C. restaurant. The items on the menu were labeled "Afternoon Delights."

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James J. Hill library seeks 21st century role

James J. Hill library seeks 21st century role

The railroad baron and financier founded a namesake library in St. Paul to help other entrepreneurs succeed. Now, the library's leaders are adjusting its mission and purpose for the internet age.
by Martin Moylan

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