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November 17, 2014 5:43 PM

UCare pulls ads from KSTP after #pointergate story

UCare marketing director Dan Ness said the company canceled its contract because the report "truly offended" many of UCare's members, friends and business partners.

by Matt Sepic

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November 17, 2014 4:15 PM

Analysts await signs of a Target turnaround

On Wednesday, the Minneapolis-based retail giant releases its first full quarterly performance under new CEO Brian Cornell. No one is forecasting miracles.

by Martin Moylan

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November 17, 2014 10:20 AM

Twin Cities a good place for homeowners and sellers, study says

A new study said that the Twin Cities housing market is nationally a good place for home buyers and sellers. What does this mean for you?

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November 17, 2014 10:06 AM

A look at Minnesota's housing racial gap

Despite a new study putting the Twin Cities market as one of the best for homeowners and buyers, there's still a racial disparity in home ownership.

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November 17, 2014 9:06 AM

The Workologist's 6 tips to resolve workplace conflict, get a raise

New York Times Workologist Rob Walker joined The Daily Circuit to talk about navigating tough situations in the workplace.

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November 16, 2014 9:35 PM

Big data companies agree: Farmers should own information

Some of the biggest names in American agriculture, ranging from farmers' organizations to private companies like Monsanto and DuPont, have agreed on principles governing the use of data collected from farms.

by Dan Charles

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November 16, 2014 6:09 PM

Expectations low for Best Buy, Target earnings

Consumers are watching their spending closely. And free shipping for online orders eats into profits.

by Martin Moylan

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November 14, 2014 2:43 PM

Investors punish Vascular Solutions following indictment

Shares of the Maple Grove-based company were down about 20 percent Friday, a day after the disclosure of a federal grand jury indictment against its CEO.

by Martin Moylan

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November 14, 2014 2:21 PM

Officials call for improved rail safety after trains derail in N.D.

The Cass County Sheriff's office said two trains traveling at very low speeds have derailed in rural Casselton. Two trains derailed outside Casselton last year.

by Dan Gunderson

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November 13, 2014 2:45 PM

West Coast labor disputes hurt Minnesota exporters

Minnesota's agricultural exporters are having a hard time moving their products to the international market. Labor contract disputes at West Coast seaports and railroad congestion have slowed shipping.

by Dan Gunderson

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