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Minneapolis report: Residents want to drive less

Minneapolis report: Residents want to drive less

According to a draft report released Monday, 50 percent of people surveyed say they usually drive. But they indicated they'd like to be able to walk or ride their bikes more often.
by Brandt Williams

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High water closes highways in southern Minnesota

High water closes highways in southern Minnesota

On Sunday evening, MnDOT reported that an ice jam and rising water had forced the closure of State Highway 99 across the Minnesota River at St. Peter.
by MPR News Staff

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Humorous highway signs aim to steer drivers safely down the old town road

Humorous highway signs aim to steer drivers safely down the old town road

Puns and funny references have become staples on highway message boards across the country. What's behind these roadside bits, and are they making drivers behave any differently?
by Sam Dunklau

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Minnesota officials consider additional Real ID resources as October deadline nears

Minnesota officials consider additional Real ID resources as October deadline nears

Extra offices, longer hours and Saturday openings may be offered as state officials remind Minnesotans that applications must be in by June 15 to guarantee a Real ID card by Oct. 1. That’s when the card will be required to fly domestically and to enter federal buildings.
by Euan Kerr

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Walz proposes funding for finishing U.S. Highway 14 expansion

Walz proposes funding for finishing U.S. Highway 14 expansion

After years of impasses, funding shortages and contention, state officials are optimistic that they will finally be able to finish widening one of the most dangerous highways in Minnesota.
by Hannah Yang

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Judge acquits Amtrak officer in fatal Chicago shooting

A judge on Friday acquitted an Amtrak police officer of first-degree murder in the fatal shooting of an unarmed Minnesota man at a major train station in Chicago.
by The Associated Press

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Citing climate commitments, UK court blocks new runway at Heathrow Airport

Citing climate commitments, UK court blocks new runway at Heathrow Airport

The Court of Appeal said the major international hub's plans for an additional runway failed to consider the government's pledges on carbon emissions. It's a big win for climate activists.
by Colin Dwyer

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Delta cuts Korea flights, suspends MSP-Seoul route, as virus spreads

Delta cuts Korea flights, suspends MSP-Seoul route, as virus spreads

Delta said Wednesday it will suspend flights between Minneapolis and Seoul beginning this weekend and lasting until at least April 30. The airline will also reduce the number of flights from Korea to Atlanta, Detroit and Seattle.
by The Associated Press

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