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Minneapolis has its game face ready for All-Stars

Years of planning and work are about to fulfilled as Minneapolis takes advantage of the showcase that is the Midsummer... Updated 9 minutes ago

Grieving families plead for stricter distracted driving laws

As the toll from distracted driving climbs, more are calling for stricter laws. Updated 9 minutes ago

Megamall's giant makeover ditches '90s in bid to stay hip

The Mall of America, where 520 stores beckon 40 million visitors a year, is in the midst of an ambitious $50 million makeover to refresh its interior as it seeks to attract more upscale and trendy stores in a fiercely competitive market. Updated 4 minutes ago
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St. Paul gives early approval to streetcar network

Amid mixed feedback, St. Paul City Council approved a study of the first line that would be built. Updated 9 minutes ago

Shakopee's dormant downtown sees quick turnaround

Shakopee’s main street, once a male-dominated scene, was 40 percent vacant just months ago. Updated 9 minutes ago

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Clamping down on kids out after curfew

Critics say the laws unfairly target minority youth, while officials say they’re meant to help keep young people safe.

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State has dragged feet on disability reforms, court monitor says Updated 9 minutes ago
Primary season is about to get interesting Updated 7:18 PM
Israel deploys ground troops in Gaza Updated 17 minutes ago
Willie Mays: An All-Star for all time Updated 9:03 PM
Passerby drags 86-year-old from fire just before oxygen tanks explode Updated 5 minutes ago
Heads up! Supermoon is here Updated 8:35 PM
In Wisconsin, Gov. Scott Walker's security detail costs balloon 239 percent Updated 5:46 PM

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Family of triathletes has room for one more

While the rest of his family will participate for the 10th year, 21-year-old Jimmy will compete in his first triathlon... Updated Jul. 11, 2014

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Plenty of support for Correia as Twins win over Colorado in a rout

The veteran righthander, who might be trade bait, also hit an RBI double. Full storyFull story Updated 4 minutes ago

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Clamping down on kids out after curfew

Critics say the laws unfairly target minority youth, while officials say they’re meant to help keep young people safe. Full storyFull story Updated 10 minutes ago

Tevlin: Only in Jesse Ventura's America

Passerby drags 86-year-old from fire just before oxygen tanks explode

Recent upgrades near Minnehaha Falls may have been hurt by rains, flooding

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Souhan: Baseball's All-Star Game stands out above others

There’s texture to the Midsummer Classic; that’s what makes the game timeless as it comes to Target Field for the 85th edition. Full storyFull story Updated 7:51 PM

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Future All-Stars ready to get a taste of the Big Time + video

Willie Mays: An All-Star for all time + video

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New CEO wants to turn Proto Labs into a $1 billion company

With successful turnaround behind her, Vicki Holt’s new challenge is growth. Full storyFull story Updated 5:49 PM

National sweetener battle grows increasingly bitter

Railroad backlog endangers stored grain

Downtown St. Paul reinvents itself as business hub

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Wounded warriors from Iraq, Afghan wars push medical advances

The blood is not the most jarring part of the photograph taken shortly after the bomb blew off Marine Gunnery... Full storyFull story Updated 4:07 PM

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Guatemala: As seen from a treehouse, pickup and boat

Memories of a recent trip to Guatemala linger from three distinct vantage points: a treehouse, a pickup truck and a... Full storyFull story Updated Jul. 11, 2014

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Nostalgia on wheels at Airstream-only trailer park near St. Cloud

An Airstream-only trailer park offers a “slice of retro heaven,” along with quirky camaraderie. Full storyFull story Updated Jul. 11, 2014

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Great River Shakespeare Festival: Keeping the river flowing

Winona’s Great River Shakespeare Festival is looking to crack open new and old markets after 10 years of performances. Full storyFull story Updated Jul. 11, 2014

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Souhan: In 2036, will baseball still be our national pastime?

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Minnesota gets first 2015 commitment in Kevin Dorsey

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Wild signs Jordan Schroeder, re-signs Jon Blum

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Governor races are tilting toward GOP

Economy, President Obama’s ratings and fundraising create edge. Full storyFull story Updated 5:01 PM

Primary season is about to get interesting

In Wisconsin, Gov. Scott Walker's security detail costs balloon 239 percent

Christie blames Obama in part for Mideast unrest

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Afghan rivals clinch deal, easing political crisis

Afghanistan's two rival candidates reached a breakthrough agreement Saturday to a complete audit of their contested presidential election and, whoever the victor, a national unity government. Full storyFull story Updated 5:25 PM

Israel deploys ground troops in Gaza

UN calls for Israeli-Palestinian cease-fire

3 injured in 6th bull-run at Spain's San Fermin

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Workers struggle in Hamptons, playground for rich

This is a town where people are so rich that a $2 million home can be a handyman's special. A town where the thrift shop is stocked with donations of designer dresses and handbags. Full storyFull story Updated 8:43 PM

Drive-ins use creativity to afford digital switch

Spy case offers peek into 21st-century espionage

3 remain hospitalized after Grand Teton bus crash

All-Stars of the Twin Cities

Hometown All-Stars pick their “teams” of nine in food, drink, music, fashion, media and the arts. Full storyFull story Updated Jul. 10, 2014