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• COVID-19 pandemic replaces foreign hacking as top Minnesota election fear

  11-04-2020 23:39
  
  Wisconsin's primary gave the nation a look at what's possible.
  
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• Facing 8-10 inches of snow, southeast Minnesota now under winter storm warning

  11-04-2020 23:32
  
  The Twin Cities metro area will also be in the storm's path; the forecast calls for about 5 inches at Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
  
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• Biologists racing to save moose find clues in the forest floor

  11-04-2020 23:31
  
  Diet could be difference between life and death
  
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• Minneapolis and St. Paul forced to table big projects

  11-04-2020 23:17
  
  The big plans and sweeping policy changes will have to wait as the core cities adjust to the new virus reality.
  
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• Crookston's G. Oliver Riggs struck up a band like few others did

  11-04-2020 23:16
  
  In a new book, a great-granddaughter reveals an instrumental character in the Minnesota music scene from 1898 to 1946.
  
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• How a Popular Science article led the ATF to this small-town Minnesota explosives maker

  11-04-2020 23:12
  
  Kenneth Miller, 58, faces felony charges for allegedly manufacturing, dealing and transporting highly combustible explosive material
  
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• A neighborhood restaurant misses its neighbors

  11-04-2020 23:07
  
  Most of us would drive by Debra Pedro's place — the Maplewood Perkins — without realizing it is hurting, too.
  
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• Melvin Eggersgluss, decorated combat hero in Korea who raised 15 kids, dies at 94

  11-04-2020 23:03
  
  He received two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart.
  
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• The week that was: Stories from the coronavirus saga

  11-04-2020 22:50
  
  Holy Week for Christians and Passover for Jews — deaths in the United States overtook Italy's. And fatalities kept adding up sharply in a sequestered, terrified New York City. Associated Press journalists fanned out across the city to compile a portrait, The Fight For New York, and tell the story of 24 hours in a metropolis under duress — including one account of a seventh-generation physician trying to navigate his way through.
  
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• As COVID-19 spreads, pressure mounts to release nonviolent, vulnerable prisoners in Minnesota

  11-04-2020 22:22
  
  Advocates have called for the move in the name of safety.
  
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• Dakota County opens hotel shelter for homeless

  11-04-2020 22:12
  
  About 45 people moved into Eagan lodging to curb the spread of COVID-19.
  
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• COVID-19 cases, deaths continue rise in Wisconsin

  11-04-2020 21:45
  
  The number of people testing positive for the coronavirus in Wisconsin continues to rise.
  
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• Forecast: 5 inches of wet snow in Twin Cities, 8-10 in southeast Minn.

  11-04-2020 20:00
  
  Heavy, wet snow could bring down branches and power lines, and travel will be difficult.
  
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• Snowstorm will drop 8 to 10 inches in SE. Minnesota, 5 in Twin Cities

  11-04-2020 19:49
  
  Heavy, wet snow could bring down branches and power lines, and travel will be difficult.
  
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• 7 additional deaths from COVID-19, bring state total to 64

  11-04-2020 18:40
  
  The Minnesota Department of Health reported seven new deaths from COVID-19 on Saturday, raising the state total to 64 people who have succumbed to coronavirus complications.
  
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• Minnesota deaths up 7, to 64, in COVID-19 pandemic

  11-04-2020 18:07
  
  The number of confirmed cases statewide now stands at 1,427.
  
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• Wouldn't you like to be in quarantine with a top chef? An update with Chef Gavin Kaysen

  11-04-2020 16:44
  A check-in with Chef and Restaurateur, Gavin Kaysen, on how he's doing, how his businesses are doing, and what he's been doing with his kids at home.
  
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• National Guard students balance basic training with pandemic

  11-04-2020 07:05
  
  Across the United States, students enlisted in the National Guard are adjusting to life during a pandemic.
  
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• University of Minnesota to hold virtual commencement ceremony

  11-04-2020 05:36
  
  Grads will get the most "personalized experience" possible, Gabel vows.
  
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• 2 In The Box | Timberwolves assistant coaches Bryan Gates and Kevin Hanson

  11-04-2020 05:31
  How well do the two Timberwolves assistant coaches know each other?
  
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• Major parks and trails are open — but there are rules to follow

  11-04-2020 05:14
  COVID-19 hasn't shut down major parks or trails, but Minneapolis, St. Paul, and other cities are asking that you follow the rules of social distancing.
  
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• Minnesota Department of Health releases some COVID-19 modeling

  11-04-2020 05:09
  The state is responding to calls for a release of the data they're using to help make decisions around coronavirus.
  
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• Gov. Tim Walz issues executive order providing COVID-19 locations to first responders

  11-04-2020 04:32
  
  Law enforcement agencies say it's imperative to keep responders safe.
  
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• 'Stressed to the max': State relief coming for Minnesota military veterans hard hit by virus

  11-04-2020 04:31
  
  $6.2 million grant for ex-military personnel was rolled out this week.
  
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• Out of work? Here's how to apply for unemployment benefits

  11-04-2020 04:29
  A breakdown of everything you'll need to know while applying for unemployment benefits.
  
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• Gov. Walz issues executive order providing COVID-19 locations to first responders

  11-04-2020 04:26
  
  Law enforcement agencies say it's imperative to keep responders safe.
  
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• Grand Portage State Park temporarily closed at request of Ojibwe band, Minnesota DNR

  11-04-2020 04:07
  
  The band asked the DNR to close the park because of concerns about the COVID-19 risk with heightened visits to the area.
  
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• Live updates: MDH shares latest developments in battle against COVID-19

  11-04-2020 04:01
  Here are the latest updates on the fight to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Minnesota and Wisconsin.
  
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• Walz authorizes limited use of public health information by first responders

  11-04-2020 03:55
  The order authorizes the Commissioner of Public Health to provide emergency and public safety workers with addresses containing contagious individuals.
  
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• Gov. Tim Walz issues executive order providing COVID-19 locations to Minnesota first responders

  11-04-2020 03:44
  
  Law enforcement agencies say it's imperative to keep responders safe.
  
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• Sunday, Monday will bring 'plowable' snow to southern Minnesota

  11-04-2020 03:35
  
  The heaviest snowfall — up to 11 inches — is expected south and southeast of the metro. The metro will get 2 to 6 inches.
  
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• Twin Cities law schools grappling with grading in the wake of COVID-19

  11-04-2020 03:32
  
  Mitchell Hamline, St. Thomas and the U law schools review options for marks in an interrupted spring semester.
  
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• Mark Ruff approved as Minneapolis city coordinator

  11-04-2020 03:28
  
  Ruff had been serving in the post in an interim role since October.
  
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• Survey finds lack of knowledge about religions' figureheads

  11-04-2020 03:26
  
  More than half of the respondents couldn't come up with a name related to Islam, Judaism, evangelical Protestantism or atheism.
  
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• Swan, loon poisonings fuel anti-lead sinker campaign in Minnesota

  11-04-2020 02:57
  
  Toll in Ramsey County is fueling a campaign to persuade anglers to stop using lead sinkers.
  
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• COVID-19 changed the way we say goodbye

  11-04-2020 02:44
  Estes Funeral Chapel in Minneapolis has been approved for services with ten people or less. Families can stream funerals online.
  
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• Swan, loon poisonings fuel anti-lead sinker campaign

  11-04-2020 02:10
  
  Toll in Ramsey County is fueling a campaign to persuade anglers to stop using lead sinkers.
  
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• Suter hopeful and eager for possible return to the ice for Wild

  11-04-2020 02:06
  Almost exactly a month ago hockey disappeared.
  
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• Musical family bridges distance by singing alone, together

  11-04-2020 01:52
  The Berry family never goes too long without music.
  
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• Metro Transit bus driver trainee tests positive for COVID-19

  11-04-2020 01:52
  
  Met Council doesn't believe employee had any contact with public.
  
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• 'Stressed to the max': State relief coming for Minnesota veterans hard hit by virus

  11-04-2020 01:46
  
  $6.2 million grant for ex-military personnel was rolled out this week.
  
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• 'Stressed to the max': State relief coming for military veterans hard hit by virus

  11-04-2020 01:40
  
  Coronavirus: State's $6.2 million grant for ex-military personnel was rolled out this week.
  
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• At 104, Minnesota woman may be oldest in U.S. to survive COVID-19

  11-04-2020 01:39
  
  Son is convinced that Vera Mueller's faith pulled her through.
  
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• Mayo Clinic announces across-the board pay cuts, furloughs

  11-04-2020 01:35
  
  One of the premier medical facilities in the country and Minnesota's largest private employer on Friday announced a series of cost-cutting measures to deal with a proposed $3 billion loss in 2020.
  
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• Gov. Tim Walz issues executive order providing COVID-19 locations in Minnesota to first responders

  11-04-2020 01:06
  
  Law enforcement agencies say it's imperative to keep responders safe.
  
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• Minneapolis opens loan program for struggling small businesses

  11-04-2020 00:54
  
  Applicants must be based in an area already targeted for special assistance.
  
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• Suit by 3M alleges price-gouging by New Jersey company

  11-04-2020 00:30
  
  A New Jersey company falsely claimed it was an authorized distributor of 3M products when it tried to charge New York City five to six times the regular price for personal protective equipment, 3M said in a lawsuit filed Friday.
  
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• Minnesota officials unveil modeling behind state's COVID-19 strategy

  11-04-2020 00:21
  
  Cases and deaths are continuing to rise in Minnesota, but the counts aren't doubling at the rapid rate some feared.
  
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