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Minn. lawmakers near finish with tax hike votes

A few final debates echoed through the state Capitol Monday, as lawmakers haggled over tax increases and union organizing in a session that's already seen a big spike in spending on schools and a landmark law legalizing gay marriage. Updated 5 minutes ago

Huge tornado hits Oklahoma City suburb, kills 51

A monstrous tornado at least a half-mile wide roared through the Oklahoma City suburbs Monday, flattening entire neighborhoods and destroying an elementary school with a direct blow as children and teachers huddled against winds up to 200 mph. At least 51 people were killed, and officials said the death toll was expected to rise. Updated 2 minutes ago
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Thielbar called up by Twins; is Gibson next?

Reliever Caleb Thielbar will be the first former St. Paul Saints player to join the Minnesota Twins. Pedro Hernandez was sent to Rochester. Full storyFull story Updated 7:59 PM

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Rosenblum: Powerball? Not for me, thanks. Here's why.

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Hubert White store remodeling bodes well for downtown retail boom

Hubert White’s remodeled store in the IDS Center has it positioned for shoppers. Full storyFull story Updated 23 minutes ago

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NFL calendar change could push draft into May, combine into March

Want more time for mock drafts? Need your NFL free agency fix earlier? The league may soon be altering its event timeline in a significant fashion. Full storyFull story Updated 3:41 PM

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What do we eat? New food map will tell us

Do your kids love chocolate milk? It may have more calories on average than you thought. Full storyFull story Updated 3:43 AM

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Questions linger in shooting of NY college student

As a grieving family prepared for the funeral of a Hofstra University junior killed by a police officer's bullet during a standoff with an armed intruder, some on Monday questioned whether police should have waited for help, including a hostage negotiating team. Full storyFull story Updated 5:18 PM

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Pakistan's presumptive PM calls for Taliban talks

Pakistan's presumptive prime minister called for peace talks with Taliban militants at war with the government Monday, potentially charting a course that could put him at odds with the country's powerful army. Full storyFull story Updated 41 minutes ago

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Laura Osnes wins Drama Desk award

The Eagan actor, currently starring in "Cinderella," now awaits to see if she'll take a Tony on June 9. Full storyFull story Updated 9:43 AM