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May 18, 2015 8:07 PM

Session ends in a rush; special session likely

The Legislature barely met its deadline to pass a budget and did not meet Gov. Mark Dayton's demand to fund universal pre-K, which means a special session is likely.

by Tim Pugmire

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May 18, 2015 9:04 AM

Devo co-founder celebrates 65th birthday

Mark Mothersbaugh, co-founder of Devo back in the early 1970s, turns 65 today.

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May 18, 2015 6:02 AM

MN Orchestra looks ahead after triumphant Cuban tour

Cuban audiences gave the orchestra a warm welcome and declared it an important step toward normalizing relations with the United States. Many musicians said they are eager to return.

by Euan Kerr

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May 18, 2015 5:01 AM

Dayton firm on budget veto threat as deadline looms

A key Senate leader expects the fight between Dayton and House Republicans over pre-K funding will force a special legislative session. Lawmakers face a midnight deadline.

by Tim Pugmire

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May 18, 2015 4:00 AM

Photos: For a long-married couple, a bluebird devotion

For 23 years, Chuck and Hope Lea, both 87, have tended to bluebird nest boxes in hopes of rebuilding the songbird's population in the St. Croix Valley.

by Jeffrey Thompson and Peter Cox

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May 18, 2015 4:00 AM

'Oil To Die For' explores deaths in the North Dakota oil fields

Todd Melby's new interactive documentary explores how North Dakota became the most dangerous place to work in the country.

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May 15, 2015 9:03 AM

Minnesota musicians, Cuban students share a global language

As their historic concert nears, members of the Minnesota Orchestra take time to mentor aspiring young musicians in Havana.

by Euan Kerr

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May 15, 2015 8:58 AM

Music a big feature of Black Forest Inn anniversary celebration

Erich Christ opened the German restaurant and bar in 1965 and he is still running it with his wife.

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May 15, 2015 8:42 AM

McCarville skips Lynx season to save wear and tear

The 32-year-old may return to the court later this year, but overseas.

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May 15, 2015 7:31 AM

Parts of western Minnesota 'rescued' from drought

University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley said the rain was especially beneficial for crops because it was a good soaking over time.

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