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To boost deer herd, state hunters will face new rules this fall

As Minnesota deer hunters expected, the DNR announced Wednesday a conservative deer hunting season for next fall in an attempt to boost the whitetail herd. That means the taking of does will be restricted in large parts of the state. Updated 34 minutes ago

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New safety rules proposed to curb oil train fires

Thousands of older rail tank cars that carry crude oil would be phased out within two years under regulations proposed Wednesday in response to a series of fiery train crashes over the past year, including a runaway oil train that exploded in the Quebec town of Lac-Megantic, killing 47 people. Updated 10:31 AM
- More cities are training to handle oil tanker derailments
- Groups seek ban of oil in older railroad tank cars

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A kiss, a prayer: The last hours of MH17's victims

In a bedroom in a townhouse near Amsterdam, Miguel Panduwinata reached out for his mother. "Mama, may I hug you?"Samira... Updated 11:57 AM
- Young MH17 victim has eerie premonition of crash
- Malaysia jet victims' bodies arrive in Netherlands

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Over 100 volunteers helped give Sojourner Truth Academy a facelift, which will provide a nice surprise to returning students. Updated a moment ago

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Pitcher Swarzak ready for first season start

Manager Ron Gardenhire said he expects the right-hander to need few adjustments despite the quick turnaround. Full storyFull story Updated 11:22 AM

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Lunchtime for Ventura jurors

Attorneys for both Jesse Ventura and Chris Kyle’s estate would not speculate on how long deliberations will take. Full storyFull story Updated 15 minutes ago

Minneapolis police shoot, kill 120-pound dog; owner enraged

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Outlet mall in Eagan announces last group of stores

Twin Cities Premium Outlets lives up to its name by adding Armani and Saks Off Fifth to its mix. And then there's the snow melter. Full storyFull story Updated 20 minutes ago

U.S.: remove or retrofit old oil tankers in 2 years

Delta 2Q profit rises 17 percent

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It's a guy thing: More young men dig into gardening

Today’s fervent green thumb is not your mom, but men in their 20s and 30s who are growing their own veggies for grilling and hops for home-brews. Full storyFull story Updated 2:51 PM

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Plane crashes in Taiwan, 47 trapped, feared dead

A plane landing in stormy weather crashed outside an airport on a small Taiwanese island late Wednesday, and the transport minister said 47 people were trapped and feared dead. Full storyFull story Updated 11:40 AM

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Police custody death tests NYPD's 'Broken Windows' tactic

Eric Garner, who died in police custody last week after he was put in an apparent chokehold, was suspected of committing the relatively minor crime of selling loose, untaxed cigarettes on the street. Full storyFull story Updated 8:49 AM

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Legislators pick sides in Republican governor's race

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