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October 29, 2015

A step closer to answers in the heartbreaking Jacob Wetterling abduction

Small details from public could lead to breakthrough in the case.
Editorial
October 29, 2015
Republican presidential candidates, from left, John Kasich, Mike Huckabee, Jeb Bush, Marco Rubio, Donald Trump, Ben Carson, Carly Fiorina, Ted Cruz, C

Disappointing economy debate again leaves voters needing to dig deeper

Amid the sound and fury, listen for voices of substance.
Editorial
October 28, 2015
Griffin, 7, of Jordan, MN, was a special guest as the TCF Bank Kickoff Kid, was able to get on the field and meet with players and coaches including J

Kill's humanity and courage can continue to inspire

His retirement from coaching opens another field for life-changing service.
Editorial
October 27, 2015
Outgoing House Speaker John Boehner of Ohio, accompanied by House Majority Whip Steve Scalise of La., right, talks with reporters on Capitol Hill in W

Raise the debt ceiling, then fix the process

Once again, Congress slams together an imperfect deal to avoid a crisis.
Editorial
October 26, 2015
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Both parties are guilty of playing politics with Medicare premium hikes

However, proposed increase does need a quick congressional fix.
Editorial
October 26, 2015

Flip Saunders lived life the Minnesota way

Timberwolves executive stayed true to his values on and off the court.
Editorial
October 26, 2015
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Endorsements: Our seven picks for St. Paul City Council

Re-elect Thao, Brendmoen, Stark, Bostrom and Tolbert and add Tobolt, Prince.
Editorial
October 26, 2015
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Endorsements: A time for change in St. Paul Public Schools

Hardy, Marchese, Schumacher, Vanderwert for St. Paul school board.
Editorial
October 23, 2015
Elisa McCann, 2, plays with her mother Gabriella in their St. Paul home on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. ] LEILA NAVIDI leila.navidi@startribune.com / BAC

Expand access to medical marijuana in Minnesota to treat 'intractable pain'

Medical professionals should be able to use their case-by-case judgment.
Editorial
October 23, 2015

Soccer stadium is a shot and a goal for Coleman and St. Paul

Unlike Minneapolis mayor, they welcomed privately financed venue.
Editorial
October 23, 2015
Democratic presidential candidate former Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton testifies on Capitol Hill in Washington, Thursday, Oct. 22, 2015, b

Little constructive new information gleaned from 11 hours of testimony

After politicizing Clinton inquiry, committee must rebuild its credibility.
Editorial
October 21, 2015
Vice President Joe Biden, accompanied by his wife Jill and President Barack Obama, announces that he will not run for the presidential nomination, Wed

Democratic presidential lineup is weaker without a Biden bid

But in announcing his decision, he seemed to leave the window cracked.
Editorial
October 21, 2015

Politics aside, the state Senate should operate under one roof

GOP shouldn't delay its move into new Capitol office building.
Editorial
October 20, 2015
Liberal leader Justin Trudeau stands on stage at the Liberal party headquarters in Montreal, Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2015. Trudeau, the son of late Prime Mi

Trudeau's triumph in Canada will impact the U.S., too

Election likely means a significant shift in policies and politics.
Editorial
October 20, 2015
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What is GOP's game plan for dealing with new 'fiscal abyss'?

Business of governing can't stop while congressional Republicans settle bitter fight.
Editorial
October 19, 2015

Mourning another public servant killed in the line of duty

Aitkin County deputy's death reinforces the inherent danger of the work.
Editorial
October 18, 2015

To boost achievement, educators need parents involved in kids' lives

Study finds that strong parent-child relationships are critical.
Editorial
October 16, 2015
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All medical providers, not just doctors, should disclose industry payments

Federal law should include advanced practice nurses, physician assistants.
Editorial
October 16, 2015

The U and Fairview make a wise bet on future of the 'Healthy State'

A better Medical School can result from proposed merger.
Editorial
October 16, 2015
Minneapolis Mayor Betsy Hodges delivers her 2016 budget address to the City Council at Minneapolis City Hall on Wednesday, August 12, 2015. ] LEILA NA

Ill-conceived anti-business agenda in Minneapolis should be scrapped

Hodges, City Council have more constructive ways to address disparities.
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