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Cigarette tax could change Minnesota smokers' behavior -- but how?

Advocates tout health benefits. Smokers say the tax is unfair. And law enforcement expects more smuggling. Updated 48 minutes ago
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End of Legislative session means it's campaign time for politicians

Exhausted DFL and Republican legislators quickly turned their attention to voters around the state. Updated 17 minutes ago

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Booster spending alters high school athletic competition

Affluent donors are creating a sports world of haves and have-nots. Updated 50 minutes ago

Minnesota's lakeshore market beginning to thaw

Kent Busek recently decided to upgrade to a bigger cabin near Detroit Lakes, and his agent quickly found an ideal... Updated 10:00 PM
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FAA studies and personal testimony reveal risks posed by fatigue, reliance on sleeping pills. Updated 49 minutes ago
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Smokers and tobacco sellers react to tobacco tax

The tobacco tax hike will take effect July 1 and some smokers and tobacco sellers aren't too happy about it. Updated 10:09 PM

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In fighting invasives, Minnesota boaters navigate more inspections

The forecast this summer calls for extra checks in lakes big and small to stop the spread of invasive species,... Full storyFull story Updated 38 minutes ago

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Mauer, Walters spark Twins in Detroit to end 10-game slide

Joe Mauer homered in the first inning, P.J. Walters pitched six solid innings and the Twins won for the first time in 10 games. Full storyFull story Updated 1 minute ago

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End of Legislative session means it's campaign time for politicians

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