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September 6, 2014 10:00 AM

Apple harvest begins in Minnesota

Hail storms wiped out apple crops in parts of central Minnesota, but the crop looks good in some areas of the state.

by Elizabeth Baier

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September 5, 2014 3:35 PM

Officials pull plug on high-speed cable for governor's mansion amid cost questions

State officials had planned to build a $261,000 "security related" fiber-optic line connecting the governor's residence to the Minnesota History Center. The project's purpose remains unclear.

by Curtis Gilbert

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September 4, 2014 3:40 PM

Minneapolis fast-food workers join nationwide wage protests

The "Fight for $15" campaign has spread across the country in recent years. It's the first time that workers in Minnesota have officially joined in.

by Matt Sepic and Jon Collins

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September 3, 2014 6:13 PM

Social dining companies let anyone run a 'restaurant'

The newest 'restaurant' in Minneapolis might be in the apartment next door. So-called social dining companies give amateur chefs a way to get paid for hosting dinner parties at their homes. But the business model could run afoul of health regulations and zoning codes.

by Curtis Gilbert

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September 3, 2014 4:08 PM

Millions struggle to get enough to eat despite jobs returning

The number of food insecure Americans did not decline between 2012 and 2013, according to the USDA. And the level of food insecurity remains much higher than it was before the recession.

by Pam Fessler

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September 3, 2014 8:13 AM

Edina OKs housing project for homeless youth

The project still needs final approval from the City Council and city Planning Commission.

by Jon Collins

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September 2, 2014 6:25 PM

Cargill sweetens its chocolate pot

The deal, which requires regulatory approval, comes as the cost of cocoa -- a key ingredient in chocolate -- has been rising.

by Martin Moylan

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September 2, 2014 1:44 PM

Home Depot investigates possible data breach

The Atlanta home improvement retailer told The Associated Press Tuesday that it's looking into "unusual activity" and that it's working with both banks and law enforcement.

by The Associated Press

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September 2, 2014 8:17 AM

Ferguson unrest prompts discussion about suburban design

When Charles Marohn looks at the photos and video of Ferguson, Missouri, he sees a familiar pattern of aging suburban homesm shops and sidewalks.

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September 2, 2014 6:30 AM

Video: Why do we celebrate spuds and berries?

From Hopkins' Raspberry Festival to Barnesville's Potato Days, countless community events revolve around produce. But what's the appeal?

by Nikki Tundel

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