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January 14, 2020 4:00 AM

Put your social media accounts on a ‘disinformation diet’

A lot of false information is spread on social media, often by people who don’t even realize they’re doing it. Here’s how to rid your social media feed of disinformation — and make sure you aren't part of the problem.

by Catharine Richert

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January 13, 2020 8:38 PM

Space Force Bible blessing at National Cathedral sparks outrage

The dedication at the Washington National Cathedral of an official Bible of the new U.S. Space Force is being criticized as a violation of laws separating church and state.

by David Welna

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January 13, 2020 7:07 PM

Democrats set to clash in final debate before Iowa caucuses

Democrats are preparing for what could be their most contentious debate yet. The six candidates on the stage Tuesday night are all looking for a way to break out of the crowded pack at the top with just weeks to go until the Iowa caucuses.

by The Associated Press

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January 13, 2020 4:00 PM

Senate GOP priorities include tax relief for farmers, social security recipients

Tax cuts, prescription drug imports and a bonding bill heavy on road and bridge projects will be among the priorities Republicans in the Minnesota Senate will push for the 2020 session, leaders said Monday.

by Tim Pugmire

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January 13, 2020 3:13 PM

U.S. driver's license network goes down, slowing DMV offices across the nation

The network that motor vehicle agencies around the U.S. use to verify critical information went down Monday morning. It took roughly four hours to fix the problem.

by Bill Chappell

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January 13, 2020 1:06 PM

Walz: $447 million in state borrowing needed for higher education

Walz said the proposed bonding-funded projects on college campuses will make Minnesota more competitive.

by Tim Pugmire

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January 13, 2020 11:23 AM

Minnesotans face Real ID license options as deadline approaches

With only about 11 percent of state identification cards in compliance with new federal standards, officials are again reminding Minnesotans that the Oct. 1 Real ID deadline isn’t that far off.

by Matt Mikus

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January 13, 2020 10:00 AM

Cory Booker drops out of presidential race

The New Jersey Democrat cited a lack of money to sustain a campaign that can win the Democratic nomination. His exit reduces the diversity of the field further, as two candidates of color remain.

by Brian Naylor

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January 13, 2020 9:01 AM

Policast: Klobuchar stumps for votes in New Hampshire; Walz rolls out more bonding plans

On today’s edition we follow Sen. Amy Klobuchar’s latest visit to New Hampshire and take a closer look at Gov. Tim Walz’s bonding proposals for water infrastructure.

by Elizabeth Dunbar

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January 13, 2020 4:01 AM

Something is missing in Iowa as Democrats once again debate: A clear favorite

The state's best known poll shows Bernie Sanders ahead in Iowa, but the average of polls nationwide and in early voting states still shows a modest preference for former Vice President Joe Biden.

by Ron Elving

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