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Mauer's production down for Twins
The Minnesota Twins begin a three-game series Friday night in Arlington, Texas, against the Rangers after losing three straight to Kansas City.
MN health official to lead medical marijuana company
Manny Munson-Regala's move from regulating marijuana to helping sell it has raised questions at the Capitol and elsewhere.
Temperatures in the 90s arrive in Minnesota
Minnesota is also drought-free for the first time since October.
Outmaneuvered: How Dayton's Minnesota priorities were sunk
The governor has been left pleading with members of his own party to vote for budget bills that even he admits include bad policy. What happened?
Bird flu has mixed impact on Minnesota poultry producers
The extent of each company's losses may come down to whether they produce turkeys, chickens or eggs.
In 1975, Denver had a string of hit records, his televised concert special won an Emmy and he was named the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year.
Japanese trio cites the Ramones as important influence
The Japanese female trio is marking their 30th year performing together.
Potential lawsuit over auditor's office could hinge on core functions
State Auditor Rebecca Otto says she will continue to fight a measure that allows counties to bypass her office and hire private accountants.
Mpls. police to extend use of body cameras, want public input
The department still needs to decide which cameras to use. Police leaders also need to finalize the rules determining when officers should turn the cameras on and for how long.