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Overnight Lowry Hill Tunnel, I-35W closures set for this week
Attention late-night drivers: Two of the metro area's busiest freeways will be shut down during the overnight hours this week. They include I-35W in Bloomington and I-94 in downtown Minneapolis.
Shakopee watchdog group sets sights on school board
Some Shakopee residents have rallied together to form a community watchdog group with a single, unifying purpose: a demand that the school board step down. They want all seven members to resign but say they'll settle for a few.
Man admits fatally choking girlfriend's brother in her New Brighton home
The attack continued until police were at the door.
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Around a home-cooked meal, St. Cloud mayor bringing people together
Mayor Dave Kleis has taken a nontraditional approach to engage the city.
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A trip to Duluth proves City Hall isn't sinking under data requests
So back in July, when the Duluth city staff presented the idea of charging $35 an hour for any data request that takes more than 15 minutes, I decided to ask: How big a burden are these?
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We've had hot September days, but never this late in the month
Clouds, thunderstorms and cooler temperatures are expected Monday for Minnesota.
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Man from north of Twin Cities dies in S.D. crash; no seat belt worn
The rollover occurred late Saturday morning in southwestern South Dakota.
School choice splits Twin Cities suburbs into haves, have-nots
Parents are going the distance to enroll their children in schools that offer the programs and services they want, effectively redrawing the map of district boundaries in the process.
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Eye candy? Art on Grand Ave. honors St. Paul native F. Scott Fitzgerald
The 500-pound, 9-foot-tall and 17-foot-long steel sign stopped some pedestrians in their tracks.
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Health safety net providers fear dwindling savings from drug discounts
Medicare payment decreases could stifle safety net savings from drug discount program under new regulations proposed by the Trump administration.
Civilians, officers recognized for saving lives in St. Paul
"The guy said, 'I'm not going to give up my knife,' " and, 'I'm going to stab you if I have to,' " recalled one of two store security guards honored for saving a St. Paul officer struggling with suspect with a knife.
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Jesse Ventura questions need for national anthem at games
The former Minnesota governor weighs in after being prodded by a tweet from President Trump.
Missing insulin-dependent Crystal woman, 88, is located
Police wanted calls to 911 from anyone with information about the woman's whereabouts.
White Bear Lake court ruling could ripple across the state
Judge Margaret Marrinan said the state has failed to protect the lake from excessive groundwater pumping and ordered the DNR to limit water use in the surrounding communities.
'Green To Go' could be rule for St. Paul eateries
City Council will vote next month on Earth-friendly food containers and cups.
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Tevlin: Vet's phone call was inspired by strong feelings toward the VA
If you work at the VA and met Mike Krueger, you should know that he appreciates you more than you can imagine.
Man fatally shot outside Roseville apartments
Police are looking for a car that sped from the scene.
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