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April 13, 2015 8:35 AM

Budget bills head to Senate, House committees at the Capitol

There's a lot of work left to do, and deep disagreements remain on big issues including taxes, transportation funding and how best to use the $1.9 billion projected surplus.

by Cathy Wurzer and Tim Pugmire

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April 13, 2015 6:00 AM

FAQ: Where to recycle your old electronics

In the spirit of spring cleaning, find out what to do with old televisions and other electronics crowding your home.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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April 13, 2015 4:00 AM

Superfund to solar: Plan to transform ex-ammo plant takes shape

The Twin Cities Army Ammunition Plant site is nearly cleaned up. Officials are eyeing their next step: A solar energy project to power the site's future homes and businesses.

by Peter Cox

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April 13, 2015 4:00 AM

Go ahead, recycle that old TV

Minnesota is a leader in electronics recycling, thanks in part to a law requiring manufacturers to take responsibility for their disposal. But some of us keep old gadgets a long time.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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April 12, 2015 3:05 PM

Now the search is for Barway Collins' killer

The medical examiner has confirmed that a body found Saturday is that of 10-year-old Barway Collins. Crystal police say they are investigating his death as a homicide.

by The Associated Press and Peter Cox

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April 10, 2015 8:59 AM

Dar Williams to headline music summit in St. Paul

During her address at the History Theatre, Williams will talk about weaving charitable work into her music and touring.

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April 10, 2015 8:58 AM

U's psychiatry chief steps down; change on the way?

Dr. Charles Schulz is stepping down following harsh criticism over the way the department treats human subjects of its research.

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April 10, 2015 7:03 AM

April showers, snow hit Minnesota

University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley forecasts warmer temperatures and more rain in the coming days.

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April 10, 2015 6:00 AM

Researchers fear avian flu may be here to stay

Researchers suspect the new flu viruses were introduced to North America near the Bering Sea. Now that they're here, it will be hard to get rid of them.

by Lorna Benson