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Many see coding boot camps as a fast track to better jobs
The fast-paced, boot camp-style program coaches students to become certified for computer user support positions. The programs help put Minneapolis on the map as a TechHire city, a White House initiative launched last year.
Super Bowl 52: Behind the scenes at San Francisco game prep
Our reporter on the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee, Joe Montana, Jamie Yuccas, beef Wellington and much more.
Airbnb rentals come under scrutiny in St. Paul for taxes, regulation
The city will determine if rules, taxes are needed for these short-term rentals.
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Photos: 'We will rebuild' after fire ravages downtown Madelia
Gov. Dayton visited Madelia two days after a massive conflagration wiped out a section of downtown. Six buildings were flattened, and more may need to come down due to severe damage. Eight businesses were shuttered and owners scrambled this week to reopen in borrowed space in order to survive the lengthy rebuilding process. Chamber of Commerce president vows "We will rebuild."
Richfield High School chooses special 2016 Fire and Ice king
The student body picked Jesse Anderson, a senior with autism, for the honor at Thursday's assembly.
Charges: Suicidal driver killed Bloomington plow worker
An SUV driver on a death wish swigged vodka from a bottle and went on an erratic and intoxicated speeding frenzy before hitting a city snowplow in Bloomington, killing a city employee, according to charges.
Minnesota host committee hits the ground in San Francisco, at Super Bowl
The days are long and packed for members of Minnesota's Super Bowl Host Committee as they observe, learn and plan.
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Say what? Minnesotans are faster talkers than New Yorkers, study says
The slow-talking places are dominated by Southern states. North Carolina is in first, Alabama second.
Countdown to 2018
Super Bowl prep offers great glimpse for Twin Cities in 2 years
As Minnesota prepares to host Super Bowl LII in two years, here are 10 musings from the City by the Bay as we follow Vikings officials and the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee around town to see how it's done.
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Alleged ISIL recruits from Twin Cities argue for 'combatant immunity'
Attorneys are expected to argue over ISIL's status in a federal court hearing set for next week.
City of Lakes Loppet ski festival returns to Minneapolis this weekend
The fun begins Friday with new sports and participants grateful for a fresh 9 inches of snow.
St. Paul police K-9 attacked bystander, lawsuit alleges
A St. Paul woman said the dog bit her three times and refused to obey orders from its human partner.
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Fight for promotion prompts discrimination case, disability rights debate
Worker with disability fights his limiting status as a 'client'
Minneapolis Park Board overrides Hodges veto
More talks are likely as the board seeks to put a funding request on the fall ballot.
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Minnesota may finally give people with disabilities a fresh start with jobs
The voluntary initiative, known as "Way to Work," is based on a similar program in Ohio and has helped hundreds.
Driver accused of sexually assaulting special needs boy in his care
The 5-year-old special needs boy was in his care.
Monkey rodeo star draws animal rights protest before St. Paul event
Animal activists oppose Whiplash's weekend performance.
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