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April 12, 2013 12:50 PM

Report recommends Hennepin County Veterans Court continue

Report says the Hennepin County veterans court is successful.

by Jessica Mador

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April 12, 2013 4:14 AM

3 tips for dealing with coyotes in St. Paul

The city of St. Paul outlined some practical tips for residents if they spot a coyote. Coyotes sightings have recently increased and spring is the season when they are “most aggressive,” the city warned in a press release issued Friday. Here are the basic rules the city suggests for dealing with coyotes: 1. Don’t provide…

by Jennifer Ehrlich

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April 11, 2013 9:00 AM

A life long passion for raptors

Master falconer explains his attraction to a raptor named Nim.

by Dan Olson

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April 11, 2013 7:04 AM

Rybak population prediction based on optimism

Mayor R.T. Rybak predicts Minneapolis will swell by 65,000 people in the next 12 years, but the experts project more modest growth.

by Curtis Gilbert

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April 10, 2013 9:26 AM

Officers’ job hazards include being bitten, punched and spit on

The suspect allegedly punched the officer in the face, leaving a mark, and spit at the officer's partner.

by Brandt Williams

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April 10, 2013 6:01 AM

10 things to love about Minnesota summer…if it ever comes

Even the most enthusiastic winter lovers are getting a little tired of this… (Auto dealership on March 5, 2013, in Bloomington, Minn./AP photo) Here are are 10 things to look forward to as you wait out the coming storm…feel free to add to the list 1. That day it’s obvious spring has arrived (Lyndale…

by Jennifer Ehrlich

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April 10, 2013 5:42 AM

What’s the worst thing that could happen to St. Paul?

St. Paul rates the risk of tornadoes, floods, invasive species, infectious diseases and other hazards.

by Curtis Gilbert

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April 8, 2013 7:56 AM

Mpls mayoral candidates differ over investigating police misconduct

The candidates for mayor of Minneapolis clashed over how the city should respond to complaints against the police department at their last scheduled debate before precinct caucuses April 16.

by Curtis Gilbert

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April 5, 2013 1:30 PM

Feel safe walking alone at night?

Twin Cities ranks as safest large metro area for walking alone at night.

by Sasha Aslanian

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April 5, 2013 12:00 PM

Deal saves Mai Village, but St. Paul loses $487K

A struggling restaurant would get to stay open, while the city of St. Paul takes a $487,000 loss under a proposal that goes before the city council next week.

by Curtis Gilbert

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