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MN enhanced IDs may meet standards, but paperwork is a drawback for some
State officials said there are only about 13,900 Minnesotans with enhanced drivers licenses right now, but applications have picked up sharply in recent weeks.
MN special session plans fade with GOP, Dayton at odds
Prospects for a special session dimmed Wednesday as DFL Gov. Mark Dayton and Republican House Speaker Kurt Daudt blamed each other for the lack of progress.
Lonnie Donegan's "The Rock Island Line" influenced three members of the Beatles decades ago.
Advocates say the impact of proposed funding for mental health to lower gun violence is uncertain.
With job offer in limbo, Mpls. schools superintendent pick fights back
Sergio Paez is in town facing parents and other community members following a report alleging widespread abuse at his previous school district. The Minneapolis board has put contract negotiations on hold.
Duluth, Fargo vie to be nation's most conservative city (on energy)
Fargo and Duluth are among 50 finalists in a national energy conservation competition. The cities are taking different paths to win the $5 million prize. Here's what they're doing.
Surprise hit 'Sound of Silence' reunited Simon and Garfunkel
The song was originally recorded for the duo's debut album, "Wednesday Morning, 3 a.m.," but the record didn't sell well -- so Simon and Garfunkel split up.
Tribute to James Brown at the Dakota Jazz Club
The Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis will host a James Brown tribute.