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November 13, 2014 1:00 PM

As Minnesota preps for Ebola, readiness questions linger

Federal health officials are assessing preparations at the four regional referral hospitals that will provide care if Ebola surfaces here.

by Lorna Benson

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November 13, 2014 9:03 AM

Garth Brooks: Minneapolis trumps Chicago in ticket sales

Today's Morning Edition music features the country music superstar's "Fish" -- a track described as hokey by one reviewer.

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November 13, 2014 8:57 AM

Where the Ice Bucket Challenge money will go in Minnesota

Donations will end waiting lists for needed equipment and technology, the state ALS chapter announced.

by Jon Collins

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November 13, 2014 8:30 AM

Art Hounds: Brothers Grimm, dystopia and Mother of Islam

This week, a puppet show inspired by the Brothers Grimm, art that explores the "sacred feminine" in Islam, and a dystopian future.

by Marianne Combs

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November 13, 2014 5:00 AM

Play challenges audiences to look back at our own time

The audience entering the Guthrie Theater's Dowling Studio Theater for "Relics" will examine the 'wonders' of contemporary life as if they came from an ancient civilization.

by Euan Kerr

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November 13, 2014 4:00 AM

Meet the Minnesotans ready to fight Ebola

If the deadly virus strikes in Minnesota, these are the people who'll rush in. What motivates them to sign up for the possibly hazardous duty?

by Lorna Benson

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November 12, 2014 10:30 PM

As police cars add more tech, worries about distracted driving grow

While distracted driving crashes involving police remain rare, there's growing concern the technology packed into squad cars is creating its own hazard.

by Trisha Volpe

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November 12, 2014 9:31 AM

50 years ago, Shirley Ellis records 'The Name Game'

The song's lyrics were derived from a game that Ellis played as a child. She collaborated with songwriter Lincoln Chase in creating the tune.

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November 11, 2014 6:21 PM

As much as they dislike MNsure, Republicans may only tinker with it

Republicans promise more scrutiny of MNsure during the session that begins in January. But with Gov. Mark Dayton and a Democratic Senate still in place, big changes remain unlikely.

by Tim Pugmire