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A few first steps against sexual violence

A few first steps against sexual violence

Once we wake up, the only question is how to respond.
by Jim McDonough

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Borlaug's connection to the U of M

Borlaug's connection to the U of M

Norman Borlaug won the Nobel Peace Prize for his role in combating world hunger. He died Saturday at the age of 95. Borlaug graduated from the University of Minnesota in 1937, and continued to be involved with the university throughout his life.
by Cathy Wurzer

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Duluth to use state grant to fight urban blight

Duluth Mayor Don Ness says a $300,000 grant from the Minnesota Department of Public Safety will be used to hire three people who'll work in some of the city's more rundown neighborhoods.

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The measure of poverty

The measure of poverty

The annual report from the Census Bureau shows the nation's poverty rate climbed in 2008. But many analysts argue the federal government's measurements for poverty are outdated, and give an inaccurate picture of what's going on.
by Craig Helmstetter

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Poems of grief and gratitude

Poems of grief and gratitude

Tomorrow night some 20 poets from around the country will gather at the Loft Literary Center in Minneapolis to read poems about grief, mourning - and celebration.
by Euan Kerr

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Fifth Minn. man dies in Somalia

Fifth Minn. man dies in Somalia

A fifth Somali-American man from Minnesota was killed in his East African homeland, according to family members.
by Laura Yuen

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DOJ grant helps tribal families who flee violence

The Department of Justice is awarding $500,000 to the Minneapolis American Indian Center to assist tribal families who are survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking.
by Elizabeth Stawicki

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Dispute over tomato garden divides town

Dispute over tomato garden divides town

A spat over city zoning ordinances involving a man's vegetable garden has grown into a feud that has driven deep divisions through the tiny town of Watson.
by Mark Steil

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State capitol adds Somali visitor brochure

Somali-speaking visitors to the Minnesota State Capitol can now pick up a brochure in their language to guide them around the building.

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