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Statewide Blog

Around MN: Chipotle struggles after firing 450 undocumented workers in Minn.

Chipotle struggles after firing 450 undocumented workers in Minnesota; Gambling insiders doubt wisdom of Minnesota bet on e-gambling; High winds and heavy rain events eroding farmland; State's program a better measurement of Minn. schools, education official says;
by Michael Olson

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Daycare disaster; Paul delegates deliver; Solar eclipse

Overcrowded day cares 'a recipe for disaster'; Ron Paul has Texas-size influence in Minnesota GOP; Bills to take to the road in school bus to campaign for U.S. Senate; Ely firefighters catch a break from weather; Minnesota same-sex marriage fight re-energized -- on both sides; Klobuchar defends Democratic approach on budget; Farm prices continue to rise
by Michael Olson

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Long day ahead for firefighters near Ely

Ely fire in mop up phase; Health care reform: GOP preps plan for ruling on law; Government support could shift for farmers; Parts for Minnesota Power wind turbines blow through Twin Ports
by Michael Olson

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Photos: Forest fire threatens homes and cabins near Ely, Minn.

A wildfire that apparently started from a downed power line is burning Thursday afternoon one mile south of Ely. Crews are fighting the blaze and facing winds S at 22 miles per hour with gusts to 35. Ely Mayor has declared a local emergency and homes are being evacuated.
by Michael Olson

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Whooping cough concerns; Underappreciated Modernist designs; Sen. Bills?

Whooping cough cases on the rise in Minnesota; Preservationists aim to halt Peavey Plaza redesign in Minneapolis; Vying for Klobuchar's seat, Bills says he can make 'tough decisions'; New Blue Cross network ranks Mayo Clinic in Tier 2; For first time in U.S., minority babies now in majority
by Michael Olson

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