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The House took up the bill in the wee hours of the Saturday night-Sunday morning session and debated it for about seven hours. The bill was then laid on the table, and legislators adjourned until noon Sunday. Updated 22 minutes ago
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Best of MN: Guide to the state's finest

The Star Tribune’s first Best of MN publication points you to the state’s finest food, drink, shopping, arts and outdoor fun. Updated 11:09 PM

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Neighborhood residents weigh in on new Vikings stadium design

Neighbors shared mixed reviews on the new Vikings stadium design, but welcomed its neighborhood impact. Updated 20 minutes ago

Missing women cases highlight problem of domestic homicide

Predicting cases of lethal abuse of women is difficult, experts say. Updated 11:10 PM

Bachmann campaign allegations attract attention of FBI

2 ex-staffers were contacted; agency’s interest is not clear. Updated 10:36 PM

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Whistleblower: Life after ‘death’ is a bureaucratic nightmare

Since February, Gloria Bofferding has spent a fair amount of time convincing people she’s not dead. It has been harder...

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Aide: Obama learned about IRS from news accounts Updated 28 minutes ago
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Looking for answers: Domestic violence in Minnesota

High-profile cases of domestic violence against women have many people asking if this is a growing problem and what can... Updated 10:09 PM

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U's Rochester campus celebrates its first class

ROCHESTER – Students in caps and gowns crossed the auditorium to the tune of “Pomp and Circumstance.” Moms snapped photos... Full storyFull story Updated 9:58 PM

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Lynx center McCarville is a Wisconsin farm girl first

The family farm in Wisconsin will always be home to the Lynx center and former Gophers basketball star. Full storyFull story Updated 10:52 PM

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A northern Minnesota tale: The orchid and the otter

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The Star Tribune 100: This year, it's a top-heavy list

While Minnesota's corporate giants get bigger, the number of public companies has shrunk dramatically. Full storyFull story Updated 9:26 PM

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Rebalancing is a simple but effective way to manage your money

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Foes of Minnesota's same-sex marriage law don't see way to block it

Nearly a week after Minnesota became the 12th state to legalize same-sex marriage, opponents are strategizing what can be done... Full storyFull story Updated 10:28 PM

Aide: Obama learned about IRS from news accounts

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Witnesses described a frantic scene and close calls after an elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a small Virginia mountain town's parade. Investigators were looking into whether the motorist had suffered a medical emergency before the accident. Full storyFull story Updated 2:20 AM

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A night with Prince: 'This is real time'

After decades of silence, the Minnesota rocker opens up: “This is real time.” Full storyFull story Updated 6:50 PM

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The Hollywood icon’s disclosure about her cancer worries fuels discussion, but raises concerns about overestimating the risks. Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013

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Piecing together the art of mosaics in Italy

The ancient art of mosaics thrives in Ravenna, the Italian city known for the art form. A master's five-day crash course teaches the technique to visitors. Full storyFull story Updated May. 17, 2013

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Anderson: Haugstad still putting up a fight

Mel Haugstad, at 82 and having battled cancer since 2006, refuses to give up on fishing or on life. Full storyFull story Updated 9:20 PM