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May 4, 2015 2:35 PM

Duluth weighs replacing zoo; supporters say it's needed

With a costly upgrade needed for the Lake Superior Zoo, city officials are weighing whether to transform it into different kind of attraction. But zoo supporters say the city needs it.

by Dan Kraker

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May 4, 2015 1:46 PM

Father of the internet worried about future 'digital dark age'

One of the co-founders of the internet, Vint Cerf, speaks at the National Press Club in Washington about the future of the internet and the possibility that new technology will make it impossible to retrieve photos and documents.

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May 4, 2015 12:36 PM

Patterson Companies buys competitor, doubles in size

By buying Colorado-based Animal Health International, Mendota Heights-based Patterson Companies is gaining a strong position in the livestock health market. It aims to sell its medical business.

by Martin Moylan

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May 4, 2015 9:38 AM

MNsure chief Leitz stepping down

Allison O'Toole, the agency's deputy director of external affairs, will take over as interim head of MNsure, officials said Monday.

by Mark Zdechlik

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May 4, 2015 8:40 AM

Here's how the Twin Cities plans affordable housing

MPR News' Tom Weber talked about affordable housing policy with Libby Starling, manager of regional policy and research at the Metropolitan Council.

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May 3, 2015 4:32 AM

Buffett says new oil train rules will affect BNSF railroad

Berkshire CEO Warren Buffett says it makes more sense for railroads to haul dangerous products instead of trucks or pipelines in most cases.

by The Associated Press

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May 1, 2015 10:46 AM

U.S., Canada unveil rules to boost oil train safety

The regulations, which go into effect Oct. 1, are in response to a series of fiery train crashes in the U.S. and Canada, including four so far this year.

by The Associated Press

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April 30, 2015 1:20 PM

Tips for managing money in a relationship

Personal finance educator Ruth Hayden joined MPR News' Kerri Miller to talk about the hurdles new couples face when it comes to managing money.

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April 30, 2015 12:48 PM

Target cuts another 140 positions

The retailer announced Thursday 100 administrative assistants are losing their jobs. In addition, the company said it would not fill 40 open positions.

by Matt Sepic

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April 29, 2015 3:33 PM

What if ND oil boom goes bust?

Oil prices have dropped, as well as production. How is that affecting the broader economy in North Dakota?

by Annie Baxter and Todd Melby

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