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Old crimes 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 22 minutes ago
- Lawyer says alleged crimes too old in YouTube case
- Biden promotes $35M proposal to test rape kits

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Relentless Edina powers to 2A hockey title

Edina won its second consecutive championship with a dominating performance over Lakeville North, playing in its first title game. Updated 16 minutes ago

New workers are starting behind and can't get ahead

Young people entering job market in recent years feel crunch of bad timing. Updated 8 minutes ago
- Great Recession job loss buried hopes, many careers
- Left Behind: Young professionals make up for lost time

After fatal 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 25 minutes ago
- Community remembers five children killed in north Minneapolis fire

Minneapolis parents of gifted feel driven to Bloomington

Minneapolis lacks a full-time gifted program for students. Updated 29 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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Search resumes for missing jet as officials investigate stolen IDs Updated 19 minutes ago
Could solar storm unplug us from all we depend on? Updated 4:56 PM
Four young friends die in crash on icy Hwy. 14 near Sleepy Eye Updated 59 minutes ago
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 43 minutes ago
Daylight saving time: Set clocks ahead 1 hour Updated 8:25 AM

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Left Behind: Young professionals make up for lost time

The Franklin sisters graduated four years apart from the same college, but had dramatically different experiences. Updated 17 minutes ago

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Major penalty, bad pass end Wild's winning streak

Two late goals rallied Dallas past the Wild and tightening the race for a playoff spot. Full storyFull story Updated 3 minutes ago

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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. Full storyFull story Updated 4:38 PM

Schafer: Better start saving now as college costs climb

Cyberattack hurts those who can afford it least

iPhone-compatible hearing aids hit market

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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... Full storyFull story Updated 59 minutes ago

Bowling alleys throughout Minnesota are in the gutter

After fatal blaze, other tenants tell of hazards + video

Hottest ticket for Minnesotans? Anywhere far from the cold

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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. Full storyFull story Updated 5:51 PM

A Parade of Homes model in Excelsior evokes traditional farmhouses

Walking tour uncovers hidden gems of Istanbul

Going solo can help kids at Twin Cities area camps

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Minnesota's small-towns: A tour of a crisis in the making

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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. Full storyFull story Updated 5:15 PM

Mansions and wild beauty mark parts of Lake Tahoe

Midwest Traveler: High spirits in New Richmond, Wis.

When you're a traveler in need, embassy can be a friend indeed

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New farm bill reflects changes in U.S. appetites

More funds are going to organic farmers and fruit and hemp growers. Full storyFull story Updated 6:39 PM

Rand Paul wins CPAC presidential straw poll

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Hartman: Spielman says he won't be boxed in at drafting quarterback

According to Vikings General Manager Rick Spielman, the...

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C.J.: Mr. Barrymore, do tell us about Drew

John Blyth Barrymore, member of the famous theatrical...

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Gophers one win from claiming Big Ten hockey regular-season title

The Gophers can clinch the Big Ten hockey regular-season title with...

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A blast from Jerry Kill's past: Former Webb City QB visits Gophers practice

Before Jerry Kill had Jordan Lynch and Mitch Leidner, he had...

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Some thoughts from seniors Austin Hollins and Maverick Ahanmisi

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Relentless Edina powers to 2A hockey title

Edina won its second consecutive championship with a dominating performance over Lakeville North, playing in its first title game. Full storyFull story Updated 16 minutes ago

Major penalty, bad pass end Wild's winning streak

Austin Hollins: Calm amid all the storms

Huge second period sweeps East Grand Forks to 1A title

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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. Full storyFull story Updated 4:55 PM

Eagan native Devin Kelley stars in ABC's 'Resurrection'

'Peter and the Starcatcher' makes Minnesota debut

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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. Full storyFull story Updated 6:03 PM

Kansas City-area spelling bee finally ends

Mom accused of driving into surf goes before judge

WikiLeaks' Assange talks NSA, hints at more leaks

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Search resumes for missing jet as officials investigate stolen IDs

Planes and ships from across Asia resumed the hunt Sunday for a Malaysian jetliner missing with 239 people on board for more than 24 hours, while Malaysian aviation authorities investigated how two passengers were apparently able to get on the aircraft using stolen passports. Full storyFull story Updated 19 minutes ago

Rio's building spree reveals its slave-trade past

Russia reinforces military presence in Crimea

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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... Full storyFull story Updated Mar. 7, 2014

Twin Cities artists talk Obamacare

Black Diet wins Are You Local?

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Fund Alzheimer's Research Now or Pay a Huge Price Later

Alzheimer's disease is now the third leading cause of death in the U.S. We...

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Online Building Permit History and more for Twin Cities Homes

While real estate web sites give the most important information about homes to potential...

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Craft Beer Roundup for March

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