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November 16, 2015 6:13 AM

Hodges asks feds for civil rights probe in Mpls. police shooting

Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges said a Justice Department civil rights investigation into Sunday's police shooting would promote transparency and community trust. Justice says the request is under review.

by Brandt Williams and Tim Nelson

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November 15, 2015 8:00 AM

Minnesotans with ties to France express solidarity

As France mourns the victims of the Paris attacks, so do countless Minnesotans, many with strong ties to the City of Light.

by Laura Yuen

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November 13, 2015 1:00 PM

App that lets you record police, send video to ACLU debuts in Minn.

A mobile phone app released this week allows Minnesotans to send recorded footage of police directly, and immediately, to the American Civil Liberties Union affiliate in the state.

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim

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November 13, 2015 8:50 AM

U volleyball team faces big match

There are a lot of big sporting events involving our local teams this weekend, including a high-profile match for the highly ranked University of Minnesota volleyball team.

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November 13, 2015 8:32 AM

Bruce Dayton, Minnesota business icon and arts patron, dies at 97

One of the 20th century's most influential Minnesotans, Bruce Dayton helped transform his family's department store into a national retail empire, gave millions to the arts and saw his son Mark become governor.

by Annie Baxter

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November 13, 2015 8:10 AM

Minnesota on pace for warmest November on record

MPR's Phil Picardi spoke with University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley about a very warm November so far, which comes just a couple of months after a record warm September.

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November 13, 2015 6:51 AM

After audit, St. Paul gathers input on overhauling police complaints panel

Last month the University of Minnesota released an audit of the Police-Civilian Internal Affairs Review Commission that recommended major changes.

by Matt Sepic

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November 13, 2015 6:00 AM

Superstar, refugee, legend: Singer Maryan Mursal's voice endures

Before Somalia descended into chaos, it was easy to hear Maryan Mursal, whose melodious voice could pierce your soul. Chased from her homeland, she continues to perform, including Saturday in Minneapolis.

by Mukhtar M. Ibrahim