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February 26, 2013 4:00 AM

Committee to vote on frac sand regulation bill

A busload of concerned citizens from southeastern Minnesota will attend a hearing today on legislation that would regulate the silica sand mining industry.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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February 26, 2013 12:00 AM

Does the horsemeat scandal in Europe raise questions for you about the food you buy?

The horsemeat scandal that began in Ireland last month has spread across Europe, with horse DNA now having been discovered in IKEA meatballs sold in 13 European countries. Some European leaders are calling for new labeling regulations in hopes of bolstering confidence in the food supply. Today’s Question: Does the horsemeat scandal in Europe raise…

by Eric Ringham

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February 25, 2013 7:35 PM

Meals on Wheels affected if budget cuts deal fails

Senior meal programs in Minnesota would take a hit if President Barack Obama and Congress fail to reach a deal to avert automatic across-the-board spending cuts by Friday.

by Julie Siple

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February 25, 2013 12:26 PM

Guilty plea in granddaughter shooting

A Rochester minister who shot his granddaughter after mistaking her for an intruder has pleaded guilty to a felony charge.

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February 25, 2013 9:56 AM

Complaint: Brooklyn Park man shoots daughter’s abusive ex-boyfriend

The Hennepin County Attorney's Office says a 34-year-old man sent threatening text messages to his ex-girlfriend and posted threatening comments on his Facebook page, then took a 9mm handgun to her house.

by Brandt Williams

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February 25, 2013 12:00 AM

What is your most vivid memory of the Dome?

The authority preparing to build the new football stadium in downtown Minneapolis has announced plans to tear down the old Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome early in 2014. Today’s Question: What is your most vivid memory of the Dome?

by Eric Ringham

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February 24, 2013 12:58 PM

2 found dead in Little Falls Township home

Two people have been found dead in a home in Little Falls Township.

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February 24, 2013 11:00 AM

Report: Red Wing mayor resigns after criticism on lobbying job

The mayor of Red Wing is reportedly stepping down after being criticized for taking a job with a lobbyist group for the frac sand industry.

by Rupa Shenoy

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February 23, 2013 9:47 AM

134 layoffs in Brainerd paper mill closing

Wisconsin-based Wausau Paper says it will close its mill in Brainerd and lay off 134 workers this spring because of stiff competition in overseas markets.

by Conrad Wilson