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NY becomes 6th state to legalize same-sex marriage

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo signed a bill into law late Friday that legalizes same-sex marriage, just hours after it was passed by the Legislature. It was a breakthrough victory for gay activists, in the state where the gay rights movement was born.

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St. Paul provides free meals to kids over summer

The city of St. Paul wants to make sure kids don't go hungry when they are out of school this summer.

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Undressing the economic issues of the day

Undressing the economic issues of the day

From the Greek debt crisis to the battle in Congress over the debt ceiling and continuing concerns over a double-dip recession, economic news is complex and confusing. The naked economist joins Midmorning to sort it all out.

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Corporate social responsibility: How to avoid a backlash

From Prius to Ben and Jerry's, companies are embracing social responsibility. But is there a risk for luxury brands like BMW and Rolex when they try to "do good" for society?

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Arrested St. Paul blogger charged with disorderly conduct

A St. Paul blogger faces misdemeanor charges after he allegedly harassed two Muslim women last week in downtown Minneapolis.
by Laura Yuen

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Supreme Court blocks Wal-Mart sex bias case

Supreme Court blocks Wal-Mart sex bias case

The Supreme Court on Monday blocked a massive sex discrimination lawsuit against Wal-Mart on behalf of women who work there.

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Lingering downturn helps keep gardening boom going

Lingering downturn helps keep gardening boom going

Many of the millions of people who turned to gardening to save money during the recession appear to be sticking with it during the recovery as food prices remain high and interest in safe, fresh and local food grows nationwide.

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Where 'moral document' meets 'socialist fiction'

Where 'moral document' meets 'socialist fiction'

Letters by the Roman Catholic archbishop of St. Paul and Minneapolis and the assistant majority leader of the Minnesota Senate reveal vastly different views of the budget dispute.

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