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DNR denies St. Francis' request to change development rules along scenic Rum River
DNR denies petition to allow denser development along protected waterway.
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Former Hennepin commissioner Peter McLaughlin to work for community development organization
Peter McLaughlin will lead local development group after losing re-election bid.
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Minneapolis lawyer ordered to pay back taxes to avoid incarceration
William Butler avoided incarceration, but must file returns for 2012 to 2019.
Pedestrian fatally struck by Amtrak train in Coon Rapids
The crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. just north of 85th Avenue. Northstar trains were severely delayed.
Immigrant who was refugee, public housing resident, to lead Mpls. public housing board
Sharmarke Issa to lead city's public housing agency's governing board.
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Beyond the grid: Minnesota drivers start journey toward zero carbon
Transportation is now the leading source of carbon emissions in the state, and mile by mile, Minnesotans who worry about climate change are focusing on it as the way to cut greenhouse gases.
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Voters around Minnesota say yes to $539 million in school upgrades
Seven of the 15 building measures passed on Tuesday.
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Frost advisory in place for much of Minnesota this morning
Just a week before Memorial Day, Minnesotans were surprised with a cold, wet forecast that included snow Sunday in northeastern areas and, for most of the state, an advisory for frost through Monday morning that could damage any recently planted annuals.
St. Paul schools teeter with budget deficit: 'We passed a referendum. We still have a deficit. What's up?'
District faces enrollment losses, a new strategic plan even with Legislature's boost in per-pupil funding.
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Following LGBT bans, Minnesota Methodists ask, 'What's next?'
State's Methodists are debating a split or forming a new, inclusive entity.
Transgender Honduran awaits her asylum case in Twin Cities suburbs
Such refugees face unique threats — but also can make a strong case to stay.
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Ramp expansion will address parking crunch at Apple Valley Transit Station
On Wednesday, the Minnesota Valley Transit Authority (MVTA) board of directors is expected to sign off on plans to add two more levels to the parking structure to accommodate demand at the busy south-metro park-and-ride.
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Growing number of felons strain probation system in Minnesota
Minnesota has 5,000 more felons under supervision today than in 2014. But the number of agents who check on the highest-risk offenders has remained stagnant.
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Does the Mississippi River really start in Minnesota's tiny Lake Itasca?
The location of the headwaters of the Mississippi River has been debated for centuries, and the answer isn't as clear as you might think.
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St. Paul organized trash system's start was their end, longtime hauler says
Once, they knew all their customers. Now, Ken Berquist & Son Disposal has been folded into Houston-based Waste Management.
In shifting boundaries, Minneapolis schools' strategic plan stirs angst
Parents and staff say redrawing attendance areas will lead to segregation.
At Powderhorn Shark Tank, established and aspiring business owners look to make their dreams reality
Bow tie makers, thrift shop owners, bakers and more competed for cash prizes and a chance to grow their business.
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Brooks: Nonprofit brings power, pleasure of running to homeless shelters and halfway houses
Mile in My Shoes pairs residents with experienced runners from the community in the hope that everyone can find some joy and common ground.
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