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Some DFL lawmakers who lost in 2014 aim for rematches

Some DFL lawmakers who lost in 2014 aim for rematches

Voters can look forward to rematches in many of the districts where Democrats lost close contests to Republicans in 2015. Democrats need six seats to regain control of the House.
by Tim Pugmire

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As labor's share of U.S. income falls, workers feel a pinch

As labor's share of U.S. income falls, workers feel a pinch

Labor's share of total income has fallen dramatically while investment income flowing to the very wealthy continues to rise.
by Matt Sepic

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Morrissey slams music industry on eve of St. Paul concert

After postponing and then cancelling several Twin Cities concerts, Morrissey is booked to perform at the Fitzgerald Theater in St. Paul Monday night.
by Phil Picardi

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Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signs budget as he launches his bid for the presidency

Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker signs budget as he launches his bid for the presidency

On the day after he signed a new budget for Wisconsin, Governor Scott Walker officially launches his campaign for president. Jason Stein of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel discusses Walker's record in Wisconsin as he moves to the national stage.
by Phil Picardi

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Community solar coming to Xcel Energy customers

Community solar coming to Xcel Energy customers

Xcel Energy customers will soon be able to receive power from community solar gardens. After a concerted effort by the utility to limit them, they will come online soon.
by Martin Moylan

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In Minneapolis' Hawthorne neighborhood, hope still stands

In Minneapolis' Hawthorne neighborhood, hope still stands

The north Minneapolis neighborhood has struggled with drugs, gangs, housing teardowns and, most recently, a wave of home foreclosures. A local minister, though, sees flickers of opportunity. Take the tour.
by Dan Olson

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Kanser to play For the Love, A Community Celebration

The hip hop group is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a Saturday night performance in St. Paul.

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Wolves and Wild prospects show off while Twins take on Detroit

MPR News' Cathy Wurzer spoke with Howard Sinker, a digital sports editor for the Star Tribune, about the Twins, the Timberwolves, and the Wild.

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Some parts of state see record rain

Some parts of state see record rain

MPR News' Cathy Wurzer spoke with University of Minnesota Climatologist Mark Seeley about a heavy dose of rain that fell on parts of Minnesota earlier this week. Seeley said much warmer temperatures and higher dew points are on the way.

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