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June 23, 2015 6:28 AM

How fracking is fueling a power shift from coal to gas

Driven by new regulations and fracking, more coal power plants are retiring for cheaper, cleaner-burning natural gas. But scientists have yet to work out the fossil fuel's imperfect climate footprint.

by Marie Cusick

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June 22, 2015 8:23 AM

General Mills to remove artificial colors, flavors from cereals

The company will begin with the launch of more natural versions of Trix and Reese's Puffs sometime this winter.

by Martin Moylan and Jon Collins

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June 21, 2015 9:52 AM

Egg shortage cutting into restaurant profits, menu items

Some restaurant owners are looking at passing the costs along to egg-eating customers, while others have taken especially eggy dishes off the menu.

by The Associated Press

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June 19, 2015 2:48 PM

Vikings remain tight-lipped on stadium naming rights deal

Despite the public funding, Vikings officials say what they got for the stadium naming rights is team business and that reports of a $220 million deal aren't accurate.

by Jon Collins

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June 19, 2015 7:37 AM

Battle over new oil train standards pits safety against cost

Against the backdrop of several fiery derailments, safety advocates are questioning whether new federal rules meant to prevent incidents go far enough. Opponents say the new rules are too costly.

by David Schaper

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June 18, 2015 12:48 PM

Worker shortage drives new plan to lure people to Fargo-Moorhead

Local organizations are kicking off a five-year effort to attract workers, including community support for low-wage workers and an "embrace the cold" winter festival.

by Dan Gunderson

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June 18, 2015 10:28 AM

MN May jobless rate ticks up to 3.8 percent; 200 jobs cut

The state's jobless rate remains far lower than the U.S., but national job growth the past year is outpacing Minnesota.

by MPR News Staff

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June 18, 2015 4:00 AM

Solar, wind backers feel burned after MN lawmakers OK new 'grid fee'

A provision tucked into last week's jobs and energy bill lets Minnesota municipal utilities charge more to customers producing their own solar or wind energy.

by Tim Pugmire