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Judge to decide whether to extend archdiocese claims deadline

Time is running out for alleged sex-abuse victims and other creditors to file claims against the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
by Martin Moylan

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50 years ago: Beatles movie 'Help!' premieres in London

The film, which was the band's second, is regarded as influential in the subsequent creation of music videos.

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Speaker Daudt open to ideas to help Mille Lacs area resorts

Speaker Daudt open to ideas to help Mille Lacs area resorts

Gov. Mark Dayton said he might call a special session of the Legislature to discuss providing aid for resorts and businesses around the lake.

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Voting Rights Act anniversary prompts calls for action

Voting Rights Act anniversary prompts calls for action

The living members of Minnesota's congressional delegation of the time recall what it was like to unite behind a shared goal: equal rights to vote.
by Tim Pugmire

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Minneapolis shootings: Violence, then vengeance, then vigils

Minneapolis shootings: Violence, then vengeance, then vigils

Three men died and at least three others were wounded by gunfire in the city over the weekend. That makes 29 homicides in Minneapolis so far this year. Last year at this time, the total was 19.
by Brandt Williams

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Rethinking rules around homeless shelters in Minneapolis

Proponents argue the current law is outdated and ties the hands of those looking to serve the homeless.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Shania Twain heads to Minneapolis 20 years after first big hit

Twain will be in Minneapolis tonight to perform at Target Center as part of her "Rock This Country Tour."

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Brothers hope books will help Muslim kids hang onto their identity

Brothers hope books will help Muslim kids hang onto their identity

Amin and Mohammed Aaser would like their "Noor Kids" books to save youngsters from what they went through in post-9/11 Minnesota.
by Laura Yuen

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Minnesota rain gardens go big to fight pollution, reuse water

Minnesota rain gardens go big to fight pollution, reuse water

Minnesota cities use rain gardens and other "green infrastructure" to keep stormwater from polluting lakes and rivers. Inver Grove Heights is putting that science to use on a massive scale.
by Elizabeth Dunbar

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