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Grand jury investigating possible Twitter threats against Bachmann

After learning about a vulgar message that involved Michele Bachmann while she was campaigning in Iowa during a presidential straw poll in August, the grand jury sent the subpoena to Twitter to learn the man's identity. Updated: 10:30 AM

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Morneau talks realistically about his future

Twins first baseman Justin Morneau said he's been symptom-free from his concussion problems since January, but there are no guarantees about his future. Updated: 10:23 AM
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MIT mystery: What killed high-achieving Minnesota student?

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Updated: 11:25 AM

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Nightlife: Cold ones with the Wolves' hot star Kevin Love

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Straight talk about the marriage commitment

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Morneau talks realistically about his future

Twins first baseman Justin Morneau said he's been symptom-free from his concussion problems since January, but there are no guarantees about his future. Full storyFull story

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