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Solving cold cases
Old crimes in Hennepin County can't elude new DNA science
Minute traces of DNA evidence can now be tested, helping Hennepin County investigators solve two murders, uncover three serial rapists and obtain dozens of convictions. Updated 6 minutes ago
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After fatal duplex blaze, other tenants tell of hazards
Over the last decade, landlord Paul Bertelson has bought dozens of homes in Minneapolis’ toughest neighborhoods, some for as little... Updated 14 minutes ago
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Minneapolis parents of gifted feel driven to Bloomington
It’s been a word-of-mouth movement, especially fueled by southwest Minneapolis parents who say advanced needs are not being met in the district. Updated 11 minutes ago
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Hottest ticket for Minnesotans? Anywhere far from the cold
Even more than usual in March, Minnesotans are desperate for a respite from relentless winter weather. They’re flocking to airline sites and travel agents with the same mission — to go anywhere warm. And with many school spring breaks at hand, a busy travel month is even busier.
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- PBS' O'Brien says he'll be OK after losing arm Updated 8:20 PM
- Driver struck and killed by train in west metro Updated 6:51 PM
- Transgender woman sues CrossFit over competition Updated 4:25 PM
- Bowling alleys throughout Minnesota are in the gutter Updated 9:57 PM
- Daylight saving time: Set clocks ahead 1 hour Updated 8:25 AM
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2A final: Edina vs. Lakeville North press conference
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- C.J.: John Blyth Barrymore's eyesbrows act like theatrical family members
- Four killed in crash on icy Hwy. 14 near Sleepy Eye
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- Tiger roars into contention at Doral
- Wild minute: Mike Modano's No.9 rises to the rafters
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- Hughes faces familiar foe
- Malaysian Airlines CEO discusses search efforts
- SidCast: Vikings need help on defense
- Dome destruction: One wall remains
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Bad pass leads to bad result for Wild
Third-period miscues — especially Keith Ballard’s — led to defeat in Dallas, but the Wild can’t dwell on it.
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Four young friends die in crash on icy Hwy. 14 near Sleepy Eye
A car near Sleepy Eye slid into the path of an oncoming pickup truck in the second such deadly crash...
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Twin Cities fragrance companies labor over new scents
Fragrance companies in the Twin Cities spend months refining their products to stand out in a competitive marketplace.
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Miley Cyrus: Queen of the button-pushers
Provocative pop star Miley Cyrus, who visits St. Paul on Monday, has taken a page from Madonna’s playbook by blurring the lines between sexuality and showbiz.
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Daylight saving time: the first sign of spring
The cue for daylight saving time is “spring ahead, fall back” — for those who, twice a year, draw a blank about which way to reset their clocks. Daylight saving time is full of contradictions that confound and fascinate.
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Could solar storm unplug us from all we depend on?
A silent natural disaster could unplug us from all that we depend upon.
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Costly loss for the Wild tonight. Up 3-2 in the third...
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The Gophers can clinch the Big Ten hockey regular-season title with...
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Walking tour uncovers hidden gems of Istanbul
A walking tour of the ancient Turkish city's Grand Bazaar turns up surprises, including views from a hidden rooftop and a Minnesotan guide.
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Price tag is growing on DNR's legal conflict with bear researcher
The DNR's legal tab could reach $200,000 in its battle with researcher Lynn Rogers. Compromise would have been cheaper.
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Bigger pig pens create challenges for farmers
Pigs cluster around a food stall like Black Friday shoppers waiting for the store to open. One pushes impatiently against the locked door with her snout, waiting for the sow inside to finish eating so she can take her turn.
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4 passengers' IDs being checked on missing jet
Malaysia intelligence agencies are investigating how up to four passengers with suspect identities were able to board the missing Boeing 777 jet, the government said, as planes and ships from across Asia resumed the hunt Sunday for the plane.
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John Stamos and Prof get in Twitter feud
The hunky "Full House" and "ER" actor took the mouthy MC's bait and publicly chastised him for tweeting mock pedophilia...
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Fund Alzheimer's Research Now or Pay a Huge Price Later
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Online Building Permit History and more for Twin Cities Homes
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