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Nearly half of Minnesota's schools aren't keeping pace with the federal No Child Left Behind standards. AP, MPR, Pioneer Press and Star Tribune have stories.

A Minnesota House panel heard complaints about state unemployment benefits and services.

There was also criticism of the administration's economic development efforts.

Companies have asked a judge to dismiss the state's bridge lawsuit.

A lawsuit against a donor to former Sen. Norm Coleman could soon be dismissed.

Minnesota still has a favorable bond rating.

Sen. Al Franken can draw a map.

2010

Minnesota Republicans will unveil ads targeting Congressmen Collin Peterson and Tim Walz on health care.

2012

Senate Republicans list Pawenty among their 12 favorites for 2012.