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Minnesota man pitches murder-for-hire plot to undercover cop

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A 26-year-old Rice County man offered a friend his golf cart and ATV in exchange for plans to kill his ex-girlfriend's new boyfriend. But that friend went straight to police, and the murder-for-hire plot ended with an undercover arrest at a Northfield truck stop. More>>

40 percent of recent college grads wished they picked a different major for a better job outlook. Are you happy with your major choice?

Thank you for participating in our poll. Here are the results so far:

Yes
61%
No
39%

The birth of a school song Video included

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A song may just be words and notes on a page, but music is in the heart and the soul. And the best ones define and unite. The best ones last forever -- even those born in a moment. More>>

Nearly 1K surfers sign petition to keep dolphins at Minn. Zoo

Allie the dolphin (photo courtesy of the Minnesota Zoo). Allie the dolphin (photo courtesy of the Minnesota Zoo).
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"You don't know what you've got ‘til it's gone," says the old adage, but just 48 hours after the Minnesota Zoo announced it's dolphin exhibit will be discontinued – no firm date has been set – nearly 1,000 fans of the underwater mammals have signed a petition that aims to block the move. More>>

Man escapes St. Louis Park house fire

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Officials say a St. Louis Park man is safe after a fire damaged his home on the 6800 block of 23rd Street West on Wednesday. More>>

Study suggests 'gaydar' may really exist

A new study suggests there may really be such a thing as a "gaydar" which helps people intuitively know the sexuality of a stranger. More>>

Mankato woman dies tubing on Blue Earth River

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The body of a 21-year-old Mankato woman was recovered from the Blue Earth River around 7:10 p.m. Tuesday after she fell off her inner-tube near Rapidan Park earlier in the afternoon. More>>

Lakeville dad who abandoned son gets two years probation

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Steven Cross, the Lakeville dad found guilty of child neglect for abandoning his son in their foreclosed home, was sentenced Wednesday to two years probation. More>>

Martin Olav Sabo Bridge may reopen in June

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The city of Minneapolis says it hopes to reopen the Martin Olav Sabo Bridge, which has been closed for three months, by June 4. More>>

Skechers to pay $40 million for deceptive ads

Skechers USA will pay $40 million to settle charges they deceived consumers with claims its Shape-ups shoes could help people lose weight while strengthening and toning their butt, legs and abs. More>>

Future Vikings stadium name comes with high expectations Video included

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Soon enough, Hubert Humphrey's name will be gone from the Metrodome, and so will Mall of America Field. When the Minnesota Vikings agreed to kick in an additional $50 million, the team secured all naming rights to their future stadium – a pricetag that could reflect the team's performance. More>>

Minnesotans to join anti-war protest at NATO summit in Chicago Sunday

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Group leaders claim that many Minnesotans are providing and planning their own transportation to the Chicago event. "The people on the bus are only a portion of the people from Minnesota intent on bringing an anti-war message to the door of the NATO summit," added Aby. More>>

More credit cards issued, 1 in 4 to people with shaky credit

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Credit reporting agency TransUnion reports U.S. banks issued more credit cards at the start of 2012, including increased approvals for people with less than stellar credit. More>>

Why Brooklyn Park neighbors were kept in the dark after triple murder Video included

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Police said a triple murder at a Brooklyn Park daycare was not random and that public was not at risk, but it can be hard a fact to accept when no one is arrested for weeks. More>>

St. Anthony Islamic center hinges on zoning regulations Video included

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The Village of St. Anthony is currently studying its zoning regulations to see if an Islamic center belongs in the former Medtronic headquarters building on old Highway 8. More>>

Whooping cough at Shakopee Junior High Video included

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Three students have been diagnosed with whooping cough at Shakopee Junior High School. More>>

Cottonwood seeds fuel Brooklyn Park fire Video included

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Cottonwood seeds cover the grass and make plenty of people sneeze, but did you know they can be fuel for a fire? Monday evening neighbors on Hampshire Avenue noticed flames. They called 911 and got their More>>

St. Anthony murder victim told boss she was scared of husband Video included

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A St. Anthony mother of five confided in her boss she was scared of her husband just hours before he killed her, then himself. More>>

Minnesota’s 98,000 reasons to support National Alzheimer’s Plan Video included

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Minnesota has 98,000 reasons to support the nation's new Alzheimer's Plan. Those are the number of people who suffer from Alzheimer's disease according to the Alzheimer's Association of Minnesota and North Dakota. More>>

5-year-old stroke survivor throws perfect first pitch strike at Twins game Video included

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5-year-old Mason Hanson suffered a stroke while in his mother's womb. Mason has made an impressive recovery, making it to Target Field to throw out the first pitch Tuesday – a perfect strike! More>>

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  • Sports

  • Vikings

    Wednesday, May 16 2012 5:43 PM EDT2012-05-16 21:43:23 GMT
    The Minnesota Vikings will report to training camp at Minnesota State University, Mankato on Thursday July 26. The team will hold their first practice Friday, July 27 and will break camp Thursday August 16th.
    The Minnesota Vikings will report to training camp at Minnesota State University, Mankato on Thursday July 26. The team will hold their first practice Friday, July 27 and will break camp Thursday August 16th.
  • Wednesday, May 16 2012 12:53 PM EDT2012-05-16 16:53:13 GMT
    Soon enough, Hubert Humphrey's name will be gone, and so will Mall of America Field. When the Vikings agreed to kick in an additional $50 million, the team secured all future stadium naming rights.
    Soon enough, Hubert Humphrey's name will be gone from the Metrodome, and so will Mall of America Field. When the Minnesota Vikings agreed to kick in an additional $50 million, the team secured all naming rights to their future stadium – a pricetag that could reflect the team's performance.
  • Twins

    Wednesday, May 16 2012 12:13 PM EDT2012-05-16 16:13:12 GMT
    Not only are the Twins the worst team in the major leagues, this could possibly be the worst team in the history of the franchise.

    Surprised?

    You shouldn't be.
    Not only are the Twins the worst team in the major leagues, this could possibly be the worst team in the history of the franchise.

    Surprised?

    You shouldn't be.
  • Lynx

    Wednesday, May 16 2012 10:07 AM EDT2012-05-16 14:07:57 GMT
    Pictures from the Lynx preseason game against the Chicago Sky.
    Pictures from the Lynx preseason game against the Chicago Sky.
  • Tuesday, May 15 2012 9:47 PM EDT2012-05-16 01:47:59 GMT
    5-year-old Mason Hanson suffered a stroke while in his mother's womb. Mason has made an impressive recovery, making it to Target Field to throw out the first pitch Tuesday – a perfect strike!
    5-year-old Mason Hanson suffered a stroke while in his mother's womb. Mason has made an impressive recovery, making it to Target Field to throw out the first pitch Tuesday – a perfect strike!

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