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February 20, 2015 8:34 AM

Suburbanites trained to cope with coyotes

The coyote population in the Twin Cities has grown in the last decade. That means more sightings in suburban parks, streets and backyards.

by Peter Cox

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February 20, 2015 7:59 AM

Record cold invades north and northeastern Minnesota

MPR's Cathy Wurzer speaks with University of Minnesota climatologist Mark Seeley about record cold temperatures in parts of Minnesota.

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February 20, 2015 4:00 AM

Lawmakers want final say on water quality rules

Republicans and Democrats from the Iron Range and other parts of the state want to give the Legislature -- not scientists -- the power to set water protection measures.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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February 19, 2015 8:58 AM

When Blackboard Jungle introduced rock 'n' roll to the masses

"Rock Around the Clock" by Bill Haley and His Comets was featured in "Blackboard Jungle" and quickly became a hit.

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February 19, 2015 8:35 AM

MN lottery director says he has authority to expand sales

Several bills that would limit how lottery tickets are sold in Minnesota are advancing through the House and Senate.

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February 19, 2015 4:00 AM

MN near bottom in on-time graduation for students of color

Fewer than 60 percent of the state's black and Hispanic students graduate in four years, and just 49 percent of Native American students do, according to an MPR News analysis.

by Tim Post

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February 18, 2015 5:57 PM

Minnesota's anti-terror efforts draw White House interest

Minnesota's approach to keeping young people from joining terrorist groups got a high-profile audience Wednesday in the nation's capital.

by Brett Neely

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February 18, 2015 9:08 AM

4 things to consider when choosing long-term care insurance

Long-term care expenses add up, especially as we live longer.

by Cathy Wurzer

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February 18, 2015 8:37 AM

'You've Lost That Lovin' Feeling' was most played song on radio, TV

The Righteous Brothers hit was No. 1 on the U.S. pop charts and featured producer Phil Spector's legendary "wall of sound" technique.

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February 18, 2015 6:01 AM

Anti-terror efforts divide Twin Cities Muslims

A pilot program to support Muslim communities is facing a backlash from some Muslim leaders. Some say U.S. Attorney Andrew Luger should leave the social work and fundraising to others.

by Laura Yuen

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