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The unlikely contributor to greenhouse gas emissions: Your favorite lake

Minnesota's lakes have always released greenhouse gases. But scientists have only recently realized just how significant those carbon dioxide and methane emissions are. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Saturday, February 16, 2019 6:54 am

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Free college? Some Minnesotans say it’s time, others say cost may be too high

A group of students and legislators are pushing for a debt-free college model in Minnesota that would help out lower- and middle-income families. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, February 15, 2019 8:21 am

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By the numb-ers: This winter in Minnesota

Here's a look at the impact the cold and snow, especially recent snowfall, has had on the region Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, February 14, 2019 7:58 am

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Pop-up law clinics to serve rural immigrants

A new pop-up law clinic will soon set up at community centers, libraries and church basements in rural communities around the state. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, February 13, 2019 8:21 am

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‘Blindsided’: Developer of stalled project blames Mayo Clinic

A battle over hotel space in Rochester, Minnesota, erupted into the open Friday. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, February 12, 2019 7:02 am

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Klobuchar launches 2020 presidential bid

Covered in fresh-fallen snow, looking out on a sea of cheering supporters, U.S. Sen. Amy Klobuchar joined the race for the 2020 Democratic presidential nomination ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, February 11, 2019 7:33 am

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‘Full-service’ community schools get a deeper look at the Capitol

The front office at St. Paul Music Academy looks like most school offices. There’s a spot for the principal, the school nurse and the receptionist. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Saturday, February 9, 2019 9:10 am

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Twin Cities nonprofit nears 20 years of helping South Africa

When Father Jim Cassidy set out to form a nonprofit in 2000, he planned to tackle one major issue: the AIDS epidemic in South Africa. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Saturday, February 9, 2019 6:38 am

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Dinner’s swarming in the oven? Insects as a food source

If only people could get over the “ick” factor, they might see the potential of an ancient food source: bugs. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Saturday, February 9, 2019 6:34 am

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Walz aims for ‘resets, fresh starts’ at gridlock- prone Capitol

The newcomer in the Minnesota Capitol’s corner office is busy studying lawmaker biographies, getting up to speed on pressing issues facing the Legislature and trying ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, February 8, 2019 8:56 am

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Lawmakers again propose removing barriers to harassment cases

In 2012, Ami was serving tables at Perkins to help put herself through law school when she noticed two men coming in more frequently, always ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, February 8, 2019 7:54 am

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Republican Rarick wins long held DFL Senate seat

A House Republican has won a Minnesota Senate seat held by the DFL for decades and bolstered the GOP's Senate control. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, February 7, 2019 7:45 am

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Patterson skips preliminary hearing in Jayme Closs case; Arraignment date set for March 27

Jake Patterson, the Wisconsin man accused of kidnapping Jayme Closs and killing her parents, waived his right to a preliminary hearing Wednesday morning during his ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, February 7, 2019 7:43 am

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Rochester’s big development goes boom

An expensive and high-profile development in Rochester, Minn., is dead. Representatives from the Abu Dhabi-based developer, Bloom Holding, said late last year they might scale back ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, February 6, 2019 8:16 am

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Minnesotans take extra care to avoid falls in icy conditions

Many Minnesotans are spending another morning tiptoeing over icy sidewalks and putting their anti-lock brakes to the test. Justyna Sparrow of St. Paul says controlling her ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, February 6, 2019 8:15 am

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