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Somali moms and dads gather to combat terror recruitment

Somali moms and dads gather to combat terror recruitment

A group called Voice of East African Women gathered Somali parents Thursday night to connect with law enforcement and combat terrorists' recruitment of their kids.
by Doualy Xaykaothao

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Ringo Starr's new book, song both called 'Photograph'

Ringo Starr's new book, song both called 'Photograph'

The musician and his All Starr band will be in Minneapolis Friday night to perform at the State Theatre.

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Are key Lynx players past their prime?

Are key Lynx players past their prime?

MPR's Cathy Wurzer spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about whether the team can win another championship next season.

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Record highs and first frost -- all in a week

Record highs and first frost -- all in a week

Temperatures earlier this week reached the upper 90s in some parts of the state. Meanwhile, the forecast calls for frost in central and southern Minnesota.

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Here's where to see fall colors this weekend

Here's where to see fall colors this weekend

It's finally peak fall color season in central and southern Minnesota. Sadly, much of northern Minnesota is past its peak.
by MPR News Staff

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Elvis out with 'new' record

Elvis out with 'new' record

"If I Can Dream: Elvis Presley with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra" combines existing recordings of Presley's voice with new music performed by the orchestra.

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Art Hounds: Double-header at Icehouse and an Instameet

This week on Art Hounds we check out a double-header at Icehouse, partake of an "Instameet" in Albert Lea and visit a show of abstract paintings in Duluth.
by Marianne Combs

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Lynx capture 3rd WNBA title in 5 years with 69-52 win at home

Lynx capture 3rd WNBA title in 5 years with 69-52 win at home

A parade down Hennepin Avenue is scheduled for 11:30 a.m. Friday with a celebration inside Target Center to follow.
by Peter Cox

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Ponikvar was influential voice on Iron Range

Ponikvar was influential voice on Iron Range

Ponikvar passed away Tuesday at the age of 96. She was named one of the state's 150 most important people by the Minnesota Historical Society.

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