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April 23, 2015 4:00 AM

Avian flu places State Fair poultry exhibition in doubt

State Fair officials will decide by early to mid-summer whether to cancel the exhibition this year amid fears that bringing exhibition birds together in one location could further spread the virus.

by Lorna Benson

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April 22, 2015 8:55 AM

Danilo Perez to play Dakota Jazz Club

Today's Morning Edition music is from Panamanian composer and pianist Danilo Perez with a track from his latest album "Panama 500." He will be performing tonight at the Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis. MPR News editor David Cazares writes about jazz and Latin music. He says the music that Perez creates is unique.

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April 22, 2015 8:42 AM

Farmer takes advantage of early planting

So far, spring planting is ahead of schedule in most places and much earlier than last year.

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April 22, 2015 4:00 AM

With mine layoffs coming, Iron Rangers prepare for hard times

Iron Rangers are bracing for the impending layoffs of 1,100 mine workers later this spring. The job losses likely will significantly affect a regional economy that relies heavily on mining.

by Dan Kraker

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April 22, 2015 4:00 AM

'Clique' gangs vex prosecutors, youth workers

Ramsey County gang prosecutions are up but the shifting nature of gangs makes it more challenging for police and for neighborhood groups trying to keep kids out of gang life.

by Brandt Williams

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April 21, 2015 9:02 AM

Alabama Shakes out with new music

The band is coming to the Twin Cities May 30 for an outdoor show at Hall's Island.

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April 21, 2015 8:47 AM

Somali community 'in shock' over latest ISIS-related arrests

Federal officials charged six men Monday with conspiring to travel or attempting to travel to join the group fighting in Syria.

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April 21, 2015 8:32 AM

Police on guard as MN gears up for medical marijuana program

The state's program is set to launch July 1. Minnesota Medical Solutions and LeafLine Labs were chosen last year to manufacture medical marijuana products in pill or oil form.

by Jon Collins

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April 21, 2015 6:58 AM

Wild give Blues cold shoulder with 3-0 win

Minnesota now has a 2-1 lead in the NHL Western Conference playoff series against St. Louis.

by Peter Cox

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April 21, 2015 4:00 AM

Metro Transit cop numbers jump as rail, bus lines expand

Chief John Harrington has doubled the number of officers since arriving in 2012 and says he needs more. Some, though, question the department's costs and mission.

by Curtis Gilbert

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