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This week the Art Hounds take us to an open mic night in Duluth, an exhibition that blends art and science and the Children' Theatre Company's production of "The Jungle Book."
Protesters, police clash after officers named in Jamar Clark shooting
A gathering of hundreds of protesters at a north Minneapolis precinct grew tense Wednesday night, after police cleared the entrance of the station where some had camped since Sunday.
There's a viewing party tonight at the Gyst Fermentation Bar in Minneapolis.
The state of Minnesota has until Jan. 8 to respond to a lawsuit filed earlier this month alleging it has failed to adequately educate poor and minority students.
Bakk on why he supports a special session for steelworkers
Dayton wants legislative action to extend unemployment benefits for hundreds of idled steelworkers in northeastern Minnesota.
Researcher's quest: Oil pipelines that call for help before leaking
North Dakota State University researchers say a pipeline coating embedded with sensors can provide early detection of cracks or corrosion. They're hoping to prove it's commercially viable.
'He should still be here': Parents of Jamar Clark demand the truth
Federal agencies have agreed to launch a civil rights investigation into the fatal shooting. "I'm just mad, disgusted, things turning out the way it is," James Clark said.
For Iron Range towns, a bad economy gets worse
As layoffs mount, observers blame foreign dumping and excess inventory.
The single enjoys the distinction of being called one of the worst songs of all time.