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August 2, 2016 4:00 AM

GOP 2nd District hopefuls press voters as primary nears

The stakes are high for four Republicans hoping to move on to what's expected to be a highly competitive race for Minnesota's 2nd Congressional District.

by Brian Bakst

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August 1, 2016 8:58 AM

Did you know: Carole King wrote James Taylor hit, 'You've got a friend'

She recorded a version, too, but it never reached the popularity of Taylor's version. Taylor won a Grammy for best male pop vocal performance. King won for song of the year.

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August 1, 2016 8:29 AM

Robbinsdale to consider fate of Terrace Theater

The venue has been closed since the late '90s. But when it was built in 1951, it was considered one of the most luxurious theaters in the country.

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August 1, 2016 8:16 AM

Tracking Olympians with Minnesota ties in Rio

The opening ceremony is set for this Friday night.

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August 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Sweet corn for dinner? Minnesota harvest season arrives

Corn on the cob is a staple of summer eating, but the sweet corn harvest is about more than roadside stands. It's a huge Minnesota industry. Early reports point to a very good crop.

by Mark Steil

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August 1, 2016 4:00 AM

Police try to keep violent words from becoming violent deeds

Law enforcement officials say taunts and threats made in music videos posted on social media are central to prosecuting gang-related cases.

by Brandt Williams

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July 29, 2016 12:54 PM

Friday Roundtable: Did Democratic, GOP conventions sway voters?

Vann Newkirk, a writer for The Atlantic, and MPR News reporter Brian Bakst joined host Tom Weber Friday to discuss what strategies both political parties used and the effects they appeared to have on voters.

by MPR News Staff

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July 29, 2016 9:08 AM

Music video helped rocket Peter Gabriel's 'Sledgehammer' to No. 1

The video featured claymation and stop-motion video. It won nine MTV Video Music Awards, and is the most played music video in the history of the channel.

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July 29, 2016 9:05 AM

Minnesota Olympic track cycler preps for Rio

Kelly Catlin of Arden Hills picked up the sport only a few years ago.

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July 29, 2016 8:41 AM

Vikings sign Zimmer to long-term deal as season begins

The signing comes as the team's training camp starts in Mankato with the first practices happening Friday.

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