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April 26, 2015 7:13 PM

National Guard to help in avian flu containment efforts

So far, more than 2.6 million birds have died in the outbreak, either by the flu itself or in efforts to prevent its spread.

by Peter Cox

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April 25, 2015 2:30 PM

Where is the parking in St. Paul?

A new study found that St. Paul needs to do a better job of informing drivers about available parking spaces.

by Euan Kerr

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April 25, 2015 9:41 AM

Enbridge files application to replace Minnesota pipeline, would create largest capacity line

Enbridge Energy filed an application with the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission Friday to ask that a pipeline from North Dakota to the Wisconsin border be replaced.

by Riham Feshir

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April 24, 2015 5:24 PM

Part of St. Paul Macy's site to be sold; will house unnamed national retailer

Port Authority officials said they hope the move, which will bring a a still-to-be-identified national retailer to occupy about 10 percent of the building, will encourage other groups to claim their spots in the former department store.

by Nancy Lebens

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April 24, 2015 3:19 PM

Local business owner participates in White House summit

Local business owner Traci Tapani took part in the White House Summit on Upskilling America's Workforce Friday.

by Tom Crann

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April 24, 2015 1:14 PM

Franken: Comcast dropping Time Warner bid is good for consumers

"We would have seen higher prices for consumers, less choice, and if it's possible with these two companies, worse service," Franken said.

by Matt Sepic

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April 24, 2015 12:15 PM

2 years after garment factory collapse, are workers any safer?

At the site of the Rana Plaza tragedy in Bangladesh, families gathered to remember their loved ones and call for better working conditions. Changes have been made but there's a long way to go.

by Amy Yee

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April 24, 2015 7:50 AM

Comcast cuts the cord on deal with Time Warner Cable

The Justice Department had raised concerns over the proposed $45.2 billion merger, which would have brought nearly 30 percent of TV and about 55 percent of broadband subscribers under one roof.

by Krishnadev Calamur

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April 24, 2015 5:42 AM

Waterpark roof collapse exposes gaps in MN's building inspection enforcement

Many governments outside the seven-county metro area don't enforce the State Building Code. It's the one law that requires inspections throughout a new construction process.

by Riham Feshir

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April 23, 2015 6:17 PM

Sun Country pilots to picket MSP airport Friday

The pilots say the demonstration will bring attention to their ongoing wage dispute. A walkout, they say, is not imminent.

by Martin Moylan

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