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October 28, 2011 3:48 AM

Where was the smoke coming from in downtown St. Paul?

Thank God this is not your Friday

by Tim Nelson

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October 28, 2011 1:00 AM

Empowering ex-offenders… slowly

People leaving prison face many obstacles: finding affordable housing and a job, just to start. We’ve done many stories on those issues at MPR News. But the biggest challenge for ex-inmates may be dealing with the stigma that hangs on them like a prison uniform. It manifests as waves of shame and resentment, coloring their…

by Rupa Shenoy

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October 27, 2011 11:50 AM

New life at the old Schmidt Brewery

West End neighbors are hopeful that the vacant brewery will soon come alive with artist housing and restaurants.

by Laura Yuen

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October 27, 2011 9:19 AM

Remembering Kwame McDonald

Kwame was a firm believer that sometimes a little praise goes a long way in helping young people believe in themselves.

by Brandt Williams

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October 27, 2011 8:35 AM

See the new logo aimed at luring more people to Mpls

Meet Minneapolis, the city's convention and visitors bureau, has unveiled a new logo and website as part of an effort to attract more convention business and leisure travelers.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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October 26, 2011 9:55 AM

Somalis wanted for new Tom Hanks film

A new movie about a group of Somali pirates and their hostage is scouting the Twin Cities for talent.

by Laura Yuen

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October 25, 2011 1:45 PM

Planned bikeway sparks controversy in St. Paul

Some St. Paul residents are considering taking legal action to stop the proposed bikeway.

by Jessica Mador

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October 25, 2011 5:30 AM

Beware of low-flying witches

For residents of this Minneapolis neighborhood, the problem appears to be low-flying witches.

by Brandt Williams

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October 25, 2011 3:41 AM

Report calculates pro sports teams’ cost per win

At least in one ranking, the Vikings are a middling team.

by Tim Nelson

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October 24, 2011 12:20 PM

MPR youth reporters bring home medal from DC

MPR youth reporters win top prize in the audio category in a national journalism competition.

by Sasha Aslanian

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