Minnesota attorney general sues companies over loans to vets, seniors
The lawsuit alleges that the companies violated state lending laws by issuing loans without a license and often charging annual percentage rates of 200 percent.
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Strong storms drop tornadoes, heavy rain in Minnesota
At least five touchdowns were reported, as well as rainfalls of 3-plus inches in a couple hours, on a stormy night full of watches and warnings.
Uptown Diner fires 2 workers shown wearing Nazi uniforms
A Minneapolis restaurant has fired two employees who appeared in photos wearing Nazi apparel, an announcement on the restaurant's Facebook page said.
Patrick's Cabaret, foundation settle discrimination charge
Under the settlement, the Laura Musser Fund paid $12,000 and will do diversity training.
St. Paul leaders consider stricter skyway security and use rules
People are divided on what time skyways should be closed.
FBI offering $30,000 reward for help in probe of Bloomington mosque explosion
FBI says the investigation is its "top priority" in Minneapolis.
Joe's Crab Shack in Roseville among many in U.S. now closed
Parent company is in the midst of bankruptcy proceedings.
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St. Paul mayoral candidate Melvin Carter's home burglarized
Guns, electronics and household goods were stolen.
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Cloquet teacher Len Anderson, 77, was a devoted champion for the St. Louis River
A biology teacher at Cloquet High School, he inspired thousands of students, started a water-quality testing program called River Watch and was a mentor to many.
Minneapolis to launch drones to survey sewer problems
The city is experimenting with the technology as part of its annual smoke testing of the sewers.
Columbia Heights restaurant owner indicted on federal forced-labor charge
The owner of Royal Orchid allegedly promised to help a teenager from the Dominican Republic get a U.S. education, then forced him to work less than $1 an hour.
Sports
Ex-radio host Dubay charged with punching, knocking out woman's tooth
The former sports talk personality went on Facebook and said he is being "wrongfully accused."
Minnesota Supreme Court again suspends attorney Randall Tigue
Randall Tigue, who is best known for his adult entertainment clients, must wait two years before he can be reinstated.
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Charge: Man curses Somalis in Willmar, throws pig's foot at them
The man denies much of what is being alleged, voices frustrations with immigrants.
Suspect in Woodbury gun theft surrenders when mother intervenes
Kevron Bivens holed up in a Lake Elmo mobile home park after he allegedly stole a gun from a Cabela's store
Prince lights up his old Minneapolis neighborhood again – this time for real
Electric utility boxes near the singer's old schools have been decorated with his royal likeness.
Boys & Girls Clubs are getting glasses for the eclipse
UnitedHealthcare is giving 600 pairs of glasses to the Clubs' six branches in the Twin Cities, with 100 pairs earmarked for community members who live nearby.
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Minnesota immigrants celebrate 5th anniversary of DACA program
At a Capitol event, supporters of the program say it has improved lives, enriched state.
Met Council approves rail agreements for Southwest light rail
Concerns about a concrete wall along a part of the route concern Minneapolis officials and state lawmakers.
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Russell Johnson, 70, was internationally known mathematician
Born in Fairmont, Minn., he focused on mathematics in college, earning a B.A. and Ph.D. from the University of Minnesota.
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