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St. Paul, Minn.

Photos from the 'blood moon' lunar eclipse

The 'blood moon' over Hastings
The "blood moon" hangs over City Hall in Hastings, Minnesota, on Wednesday morning.
Jeffrey Thompson / MPR News

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For night owls and early risers, a historic "blood moon" lunar eclipse was visible on Wednesday in Minnesota and around the world. It's named for the red cast of the moon as it passes completely through Earth's shadow.

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Total lunar eclipse in Philippines
A full moon hangs in the sky after a total lunar eclipse in Quezon City, Philippines, on Wednesday.
Jay Directo / AFP / Getty Images
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The 'blood moon' over Hastings
The "blood moon" hangs over City Hall in Hastings, Minnesota, on Wednesday morning.
Jeffrey Thompson / MPR News
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'Blood moon' lunar eclipse
The "blood moon" lunar eclipse is seen from St. Paul early Wednesday morning.
Tim Nelson / MPR News