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Immigrants always welcome

Immigrants always welcome

The east end of University Ave. reflects the rich cultural diversity of the people who live and work here, and give this section of the avenue its distinct character. This area is the most ethnically diverse and fastest-growing neighborhood in the city of St. Paul.
by Jessica Mador

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Gay marriage debate fueled by California ruling

Gay marriage debate fueled by California ruling

The California Supreme Court has ruled that same-sex marriage is legal in their state, and the political backlash is just beginning. Midmorning examines the future for gay marriage in other states, and what recent polling is showing about public support.

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Divided, and united, by debate

Divided, and united, by debate

Many Americans complain about the partisan divide, but longtime political reporter Howard Fineman observes that we are a nation born to debate. And in his new book, he says we don't argue enough about the founding principles of our nation.

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State plans second veterans cemetery near Duluth

State plans second veterans cemetery near Duluth

Plans for creating the state's second veterans cemetery are moving ahead, after lawmakers passed the necessary legislation at the Capitol this year.
by Tom Weber

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Officials suspect professor wanted to disappear

Officials suspect professor wanted to disappear

Authorities in central Minnesota believe a professor from St. Cloud State University who has gone missing in Utah may have wanted to disappear.

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Smart design for people who need it

Smart design for people who need it

A new exhibition opening at the Walker Art Center in Minneapolis this weekend shows that cheap and simple designs can change, and even save, lives.
by Marianne Combs

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Lots of people say bicycling beats high gas prices

Lots of people say bicycling beats high gas prices

Bike shops say business is good as commuters tune up their old bike, or buy a new one, and leave behind their cars for bicycle commuting.
by Ambar Espinoza

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Young people hard hit by gas prices

Young people hard hit by gas prices

Rising gas prices aren't just a grown-up phenomenon. Kids are working longer hours and getting on the bus, among other things, to cope with the new normal of expensive fuel.

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UND faculty concerned about rash of swastikas

A series of incidents involving swastikas and racist graffiti is prompting a strong reaction from faculty at the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks.
by Dan Gunderson

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Minn. professor still missing in Utah desert

Minn. professor still missing in Utah desert

National Park officials in Utah continue to hold out hope for the safe return of a missing Minnesota man. 65-year-old Jerry Wolff, a St. Cloud State University biology professor, left May 10th on a trek in a rugged section of Canyonlands National Park.
by Minnesota News Network

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