Greater Minnesota

August 29, 2011 9:34 PM

Duluth police kill suspected car thief, robber

Duluth Police shot and killed an armed robber after he crashed into a home and opened fire on them Sunday evening.

by Tim Nelson

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August 29, 2011 4:00 AM

Sonic bubble barrier is latest hope to control carp invasion

A sonic and bubble barrier may be only a partial solution to keeping the invasive Asian carp away from Minnesota waters, according to University of Minnesota experts.

by Stephanie Hemphill

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August 26, 2011 8:22 PM

DNR: Zebra mussels found in 2 western Minn. lakes

Zebra mussels have spread to two lakes in western Minnesota, it is confirmed.

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August 26, 2011 8:17 PM

Emerald ash borer spreads to Winona County

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture confirms the emerald ash borer has now been found in Winona County.

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August 25, 2011 4:00 AM

Mary Zahurones crowned Princess Kay of the Milky Way

An 18-year-old college student from Central Minnesota is the new Princess Kay of the Milky Way.

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August 25, 2011 4:00 AM

Red Lake Band to reforest 50,000 acres

The Red Lake Band of Ojibwe is gearing up to reforest 50,000 acres of tribal land.

by Tom Robertson

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August 25, 2011 12:01 AM

Home sales trends in Minn. slightly better than national

Foreclosures and bank-owned properties made up a significant portion of the housing market in the second quarter of this year.

by Jessica Mador

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August 24, 2011 9:16 PM

Appeals court won't close Chicago locks over carp

A federal appeals panel refused to order closure of shipping locks on Chicago-area waterways to prevent Asian carp from invading the Great Lakes.

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August 24, 2011 6:34 PM

Q&A: Job creation in Fergus Falls

Nancy Straw , CEO of West Central Initiative Foundation in Fergus Falls, speaks about job creation in the state.

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August 24, 2011 5:18 PM

Fees increase for some museums, historical attractions

Admission fees to historical sites including Fort Snelling and the Mill City Museum will increase by a dollar, the Minnesota Historical Society announced Wednesday.

by Rupa Shenoy

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