Twin Cities

August 7, 2009 4:25 PM

FBI raids Minneapolis travel agency in connection with terror probe

FBI agents raided a Minneapolis travel agency earlier this week in connection with a broader investigation into the disappearances of about 20 Somali-American men.

by Laura Yuen

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August 7, 2009 3:30 PM

Officials split over proposed change in college loans

President Obama wants to take private banks out of the business of handling federally guaranteed student loans, and some of Minnesota's college financial aid officials are split over the issue.

by Tim Post

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August 7, 2009 2:14 PM

St. Paul council member goes public with Central Corridor concerns

A St. Paul City Council member is calling on the Metropolitan Council to make changes to the light rail line that is expected to run through the city's central corridor.

by Tim Nelson and Elizabeth Baier

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August 7, 2009 8:49 AM

Article prompts inquiry into U of M stem cell study

A British magazine's doubts over stem cell images at a University of Minnesota research center has promoted an inquiry into a paper published by one of its scientists late last year.

by Elizabeth Baier

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August 6, 2009 4:46 PM

How is 'cash for clunkers' affecting dealers now?

Last week we visited Fury Motors in South St. Paul to find out how the "cash for clunkers" program was affecting dealers. Today, we're checking back in with Jim Leonard, co-owner of Fury Motors.

by Tom Crann

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August 6, 2009 1:16 PM

Minneapolis writer chronicles her eating disorder

Nicole Johns was diagnosed as having EDNOS, or an Eating Disorder Not Otherwise Specified. She has now written a book about her experience in the hope she can help others.

by Euan Kerr

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August 6, 2009 11:42 AM

Dry cleaner sued for firing pregnant worker

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has sued White Way Cleaners, claiming the St. Paul-based dry cleaner unlawfully fired an employee because she was pregnant.

by Elizabeth Baier and Madeleine Baran

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August 6, 2009 11:03 AM

Bars near new U of Minn. stadium want more room

Bar owners near the new University of Minnesota football stadium are seeking city permission to serve drinks outside their walls on game days.

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August 6, 2009 9:51 AM

Light rail closes this weekend, starting Friday a.m.

Portions of the light rail line in the Twin Cities metro area will be closed for construction this weekend.

by Elizabeth Baier

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August 6, 2009 8:24 AM

Major road closures in metro area this weekend

Drivers hitting the roads around the Twin Cities should expect to encounter detours and road congestion this weekend.

by Elizabeth Baier

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