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Protesters at the Democratic National Convention

Protesters at the Democratic National Convention

Protesters come in all shapes and sizes, especially at political conventions. Here are just a few seen at the 2008 Democratic National Convention in Denver.

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Republican convention of 1892 significant for African Americans

Republican convention of 1892 significant for African Americans

The Republican National Convention begins on Monday in St. Paul. The last time that the Republicans held their national convention in the Twin Cities was 1892.

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Census: Data shows Minnesota poverty stable

New data from the U.S. Census Bureau for the year 2007 shows that median household income and poverty rates in Minnesota were relatively stable.
by Annie Baxter

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Traffic deaths up in Minnesota

The slight increase in Minnesota traffic fatalities in 2007 is in contrast to the national roadway death toll which declined.
by Dan Olson

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They're the first to go to college

They're the first to go to college

A quarter of Minnesota's college and university students are the first from their family to go on to higher education and this requires more from the schools to support them.
by Elizabeth Baier

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U of M study shows cancer hits American Indians at higher rates

U of M study shows cancer hits American Indians at higher rates

The first large-scale national study of cancer rates among American Indians and Alaska Natives shows they face highers rates of several forms of cancer than the rest of the population.
by Tom Robertson

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State Fair show will celebrate 150 years of Minnesota statehood

State Fair show will celebrate 150 years of Minnesota statehood

One of the special Minnesota State Fair attractions this year is the Big Top State Fair Chautauqua. It will present a mixture of music and lectures celebrating 150 years of Minnesota statehood.
by Euan Kerr

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U of M study: Stadium beer vendors too lax

U of M study: Stadium beer vendors too lax

A study from the University of Minnesota says it's too easy for people under 21 and people who are intoxicated to get beer at professional sporting events.
by Stephanie Hemphill

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Mayo researchers report advance in stem cell research

Scientists from the Mayo Clinic and two other research labs say they've found an efficient way to make red blood cells from human embryonic stem cells, a possible step toward making transfusion supplies in the laboratory.

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The new philanthropy

The new philanthropy

The leaders of two large foundations serving Minnesota talk about how charitable giving has changed. Both the presidents of the McKnight and Bush foundations say the needs keep growing, but they have different ways of dealing with society's ills.

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