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MPR News Update

MPR News Update for Jan. 5, 2016

A hairless terrier and an ancient North African hound are ready to run with the pack of dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club. However, both breeds have to wait until 2017 to compete in the famous Westminster show.

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MPR News Update for Jan. 4, 2016

"Producers of a new reality show for a Twin Cities TV station have shut down their audition solicitation because of pushback for only wanting a white woman," writes Bob Collins on NewsCut. "The show, Minnesota Nice, will air on Fox9 but is produced independently."

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Ready for the long holiday weekend? Here are some options for free winter fun. And it looks like the weather is going to cooperate. | Forecast

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MPR News Update for Dec. 29, 2015

Were you home for the holidays? Macaulay Culkin spent his Christmas with Har Mar Superstar in Owatonna, Minn.

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MPR News Update for Dec. 28

Good morning! Batten down the hatches, Minnesota. A major winter storm is headed our way. Meteorologist Paul Huttner says that by the time it's all over, it could be the heaviest snowfall for parts of Minnesota in nearly two years. | Forecast

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MPR News Update for Dec. 24, 2015

What makes for a truly merry Christmas? Is your time better spent picking perfect, personalized gifts and decorating your home, or enjoying holiday cheer with family and friends? Science responds to three helpful clues.

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MPR News Update for Dec. 23, 2015

Protesters demonstrating over the Nov. 15 police shooting of Jamar Clark briefly blocked access to Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport on Wednesday after a short, silent rally at the Mall of America. Police arrested several people at the airport and mall. | More: The First Amendment and public space vs. private

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MPR News Update for Dec. 22, 2015

"This is the time of year when the small mysteries of winter can occupy us for literally minutes at a time," writes blogger Bob Collins on NewsCut. The Nokasippi River in Brainerd, Minn., is currently home to this amazing ice disk.

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MPR News Update for Dec. 18, 2015

"It was a pretty good week to be a member of the Grand Rapids, Minn., police department," blogger Bob Collins on NewsCut. "When they pulled people over, they got hugs for a change.

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