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Pitcher Swings To Help Twins Beat Rangers Tue, 20 May 2008 04:36:33 GMT
Howie Clark's single over the head of Josh Hamilton in center field lifted Minnesota to a 7-6 victory over the Texas Rangers on Monday night in a game that saw reliever Bobby Korecky become the first Twins pitcher to get a hit in an American League game.

Twins' Fans Fill Up At All-You-Can-Eat Night Tue, 20 May 2008 04:14:31 GMT
Going to a Minnesota Twins game can cost a lot these days from gasoline prices to ticket costs to food; the night out takes a bite out of our budget. That may be why fans flocked to an all-you-can-eat promotion on Monday night.

Minn. Students Paying More For Higher Education Tue, 20 May 2008 04:08:55 GMT
No matter where you go, costs are up at Minnesota's colleges and universities. In the past 10 years, tuition and fees at the University of Minnesota have more than doubled.

City's Plan To Crack Down On Parked RVs Tue, 20 May 2008 04:00:52 GMT
This is the time of year when many Minnesota families hop in the RV and hit the road, but gasoline prices may mean more are stuck sitting in the driveway. That may soon be a problem for recreational vehicle owners in Richfield. City leaders are considering limiting the amount of time these big vehicles can stay parked.

Air Search Fails To Find Missing Marshall Man Tue, 20 May 2008 03:40:24 GMT
A helicopter search has turned up nothing in the search for a 19-year-old Marshall man who's been missing since last Wednesday.

Duluth Man Sentenced For Killing War Veteran Tue, 20 May 2008 03:35:57 GMT
A Duluth man has been sentenced to 12 1/2 years in prison for killing an Iraq War veteran.

Twins Move Cuddyer To Center Field Tue, 20 May 2008 01:28:41 GMT
The Minnesota Twins moved Michael Cuddyer from right field to center field for Monday night's game against the Texas Rangers at the Metrodome.

Charter School Told To Remain Nonsectarian Tue, 20 May 2008 01:24:15 GMT
A Minnesota charter school that came under fire for allegedly blurring the line between church and state must take "corrective" action in two areas related to religion at the school, the state Education Department said Monday.

Hoiberg's Good Luck Charm For NBA Lottery Tue, 20 May 2008 01:22:20 GMT
Even though Fred Hoiberg's playing career was cut short when he had to have open-heart surgery to correct a life-threatening abnormality in 2005, he still considers himself a lucky man.

Why Some Native Americans Are Upset With Minnesota Tue, 20 May 2008 00:10:56 GMT
What began as a solemn ceremony celebrating Minnesota's 150th birthday turned into a raucous protest at the State Capitol on Sunday.

Don't Cry Over Spilled Oreos, 14 Tons Of Them 05-19-2008 10:56 PM CT
A truck that tipped near Chicago was loaded with 14 tons of double-stuffed Oreo cookies, Amelia Santaniello reports (0:33).

Good Question: What Are World Gas Prices Like? 05-19-2008 10:52 PM CT
In the Twin Cities, a gallon of unleaded gasoline is costing nearly $3.70 as of Monday night. But compared to prices around the world, what we pay is a bargain, Jason DeRusha reports (2:45).

New Health Care Mascot: 7 Foot Specimen Cup 05-19-2008 06:45 PM CT
Giant medical props are popping up around the Twin Cities for a health care company to promote their online services, Amelia Santaniello reports (0:20).

Central Corridor Steams Ahead, 'U' Path Unknown 05-19-2008 06:43 PM CT
After the state legislature voted to approved $70 million in financing for the Central Corridor line, and saving $450 million in federal money, Peter Bell had reason to celebrate, Frank Vascellaro reports (1:52).

Mom Who Brought Autistic Son To Church In Court 05-19-2008 06:42 PM CT
A Minnesota mother was in court Monday saying she's in a battle to protect the rights of her severely autistic son, Lisa Kiava reports (2:49).

Obama And McCain Face Off, Clinton Staying In 05-19-2008 05:47 PM CT
Hillary Clinton isn't going away quietly in Campaign 2008. She's campaigning hard ahead of Tuesday's primaries. While she is fighting to stay in the race... Barack Obama and John Mccain have gone to war, Jeanette Trompeter reports (0:56).

Oil Rises While Pump Prices Hit New Record Tue, 20 May 2008 01:13:08 GMT
More gas and oil records fell Monday as retail fuel prices struck new highs and crude settled above $127 for the first time, tightening the squeeze on drivers planning holiday road trips next weekend.

Stocks Finish Mixed Following Tech Pullback Tue, 20 May 2008 03:40:59 GMT
Wall Street closed mixed Monday after weakness in the technology sector punctured some of the market's enthusiasm over a report that suggested the economy could still be growing.

Bush Says No To Any Bill Bailing Out Home Lenders Mon, 19 May 2008 16:03:07 GMT
President Bush says he remains opposed to any homeowner rescue package that would "bail out lenders." The president's comments Monday came as Senate leaders are working on a bipartisan bill to help strapped borrowers get government-backed mortgages, although Bush did not comment on that legislation directly.

Group: Economic Indicators Edge Higher Mon, 19 May 2008 14:26:02 GMT
A private business group said Monday that its index of leading economic indicators edged higher in April, a sign the economy remains sluggish but could skirt a dramatic downturn.

Experts: Weak Economy, Higher Unemployment In 2008 Mon, 19 May 2008 13:32:20 GMT
First the good news: The worst of the painful housing slump and the credit crunch might come to an end this year. Now the bad: The economy will weaken further and unemployment will rise.

Gas Prices Jump 17 Cents In 14 Days Mon, 19 May 2008 12:48:13 GMT
A national survey says the average price for regular gasoline rose about 17 cents in the last two weeks.

Habitat Sees Opportunity In Foreclosures Mon, 19 May 2008 15:41:55 GMT
The foreclosure crisis that has forced thousands of families from their homes has given something good to the nation's best-known housing charity: Cheap properties for sale in communities around the country.

Little Leaguer's Metal Bat Injury Sparks Lawsuit Mon, 19 May 2008 22:13:29 GMT
The family of a boy who suffered brain damage after being struck in the chest by a line drive off a metal bat while playing baseball filed a lawsuit Monday morning against the manufacturer of the bat, the store that sold it, and against Little League Baseball for giving the bat its seal of approval.

Shotgun-Toting Robbers Hit 2 Bus Stops Mon, 19 May 2008 22:52:06 GMT
Police are asking bus riders to be on alert after two men were recently robbed at gunpoint.

Carl Eller Appears In Court, Trial Date Set Mon, 19 May 2008 22:22:03 GMT
Minnesota Vikings great Carl Eller has appeared in court on charges stemming from an alleged scuffle with police last month.

Rosemount Teen Pleads Guilty In Fatal Stabbing Mon, 19 May 2008 20:27:34 GMT
16-year-old Dakota Cheyenne Butler of Rosemount, Minn. has pleaded guilty to second degree murder in the fatal stabbing of Cody D. Casey, according to Dakota County Attorney James Backstrom.

Mother Who Let Infant Daughter Drown Sentenced Mon, 19 May 2008 22:08:48 GMT
The Lakeville, Minn. mother who pleaded guilty to letting her infant daughter drown while she shopped for shoes online was sentenced to 180 days in jail.

Charges: Man Rear-Ended Car At 91 MPH Mon, 19 May 2008 17:43:42 GMT
Charges in the case of a Burnsville, Minn. man who rear-ended a car while driving under the influence claim the driver had a blood alcohol content of 0.21.

1-Ton Anchor Stolen In Wis., And No One Notices Mon, 19 May 2008 15:51:18 GMT
Thieves took off with a 6-foot-tall, 2,000 pound anchor, and no one noticed. For four months.

Emeril Lagasse To Switch To Fine Living Network Tue, 20 May 2008 02:39:43 GMT
Emeril Lagasse is leaving the Food Network's prime-time schedule for the Fine Living Network, a move the chef hopes will mean a second course of "Emeril Live!"

Hope's 'Favorite Things' To Be Auctioned Mon, 19 May 2008 21:03:36 GMT
Nearly 800 items of Hope history, from foolishness to fine art, will be sold to fans and dealers alike at a mid-October charity auction in Los Angeles commissioned by the family of the famed comedian, who died in 2003 at age 100.

Chesney Wins Entertainer Of The Year ACM Award Mon, 19 May 2008 14:43:22 GMT
Kenny Chesney is country music's entertainer of the year for a fourth year in a row. Chesney took top honors at the 43rd Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on Sunday. With the win, he ties Garth Brooks and trails only Alabama, which won five in a row.

'Prince Caspian' Pushes 'Iron Man' Off Throne Mon, 19 May 2008 00:45:37 GMT
"The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian" dethroned "Iron Man" as ruler at the box office, pulling down $56.6 million, according to studio estimates Sunday.

Scarlett Johansson Releases Album Mon, 19 May 2008 17:58:17 GMT
Scarlett Johansson is undoubtedly young and lovely, a radiant movie star with nearly three dozen films to her credit. But if she can sing, she doesn't show it on her debut album.

Janet Jackson Announces First Tour In 7 Years Mon, 19 May 2008 20:23:10 GMT
Janet Jackson has announced her first new tour in seven years. Though going out on tour means connecting with fans, it can also mean long hours, high stress, and sleepless nights. Janet Jackson says she's looking forward to all of it.

Protests Over Famed 'Von Trapp' Home Mon, 19 May 2008 18:42:26 GMT
Plans to run a hotel out of a former home of the von Trapp family immortalized in the movie "The Sound of Music" have triggered fierce resistance from neighbors who fear tourists will tie up traffic and make a nuisance of themselves.

Finding Minnesota: A Mansion Built By Dreams Mon, 19 May 2008 03:52:18 GMT
Tens of thousands of folks pass by a stone mansion along Highway 61 in Hastings every day, yet very few know its true story.

Famed Minn. Cardiologist Dies At 96 Mon, 19 May 2008 19:03:53 GMT
Dr. Jesse E. Edwards, a cardiologist who established a collection of hearts that became an international resource in the battle against heart disease, has died. He was 96.

'Wii Fit' For A Game-Loving Couch Potato Mon, 19 May 2008 20:14:02 GMT
The key to the Wii Fit is the balance board and the Nintendo controller's motion-sensing capability. In addition to weighing you, the balance board can help determine your posture and center of gravity based on the way you're standing on it.

Taking A Few Giant Steps With Race Walkers Mon, 19 May 2008 15:05:36 GMT
If you see a group of people at Como Lake who are not exactly running, nor are they exactly walking, it's because they're involved in a new activity: race walking.

Winners And Losers In Budget Session '08 Mon, 19 May 2008 23:25:38 GMT
Lawmakers at the State Capitol have wrapped up Session 2008. Democratic legislative leaders and Governor Tim Pawlenty crisscrossed Minnesota on Monday touting their accomplishments.

Obama To Reach Delegate Milestone Tuesday Tue, 20 May 2008 00:25:56 GMT
Barack Obama will reach a significant milestone Tuesday as he marches toward the Democratic nomination for president — a majority of the pledged delegates won in primaries and caucuses.

Clinton: Too Soon To Call Anyone 'Nominee' Mon, 19 May 2008 23:56:39 GMT
Democrat Hillary Rodham Clinton on Monday said her opponent Barack Obama may be getting a little ahead of himself in acting like the party's nominee before the final contests of the primary season are over.

Minn. Cities Face Caps On Property Tax Mon, 19 May 2008 20:41:43 GMT
The cap on property taxes that's soon to be signed into law has enough loopholes to makes its effect on taxpayers unclear.

McCain Blasts Obama Over Iran Comments Tue, 20 May 2008 00:35:14 GMT
Republican John McCain accused Democrat Barack Obama of inexperience and reckless judgment for saying Iran does not pose the same serious threat to the United States as the Soviet Union did in its day.

Father-In-Law: Sen. Kennedy Had 2 Seizures Mon, 19 May 2008 21:16:46 GMT
Kennedy was taken first to Cape Cod Hospital Saturday morning after having a seizure and was later transferred to Massachusetts General Hospital for further examination.

Obama To Tenn. GOP: 'Lay Off My Wife' Mon, 19 May 2008 16:33:14 GMT
Democrat Barack Obama, his party's presidential front-runner, and his wife, Michelle, were asked in an interview aired Monday on ABC's "Good Morning America" about an online video last week by the state's GOP taking her to task for a comment some considered unpatriotic.

Cause Of Sen. Ted Kennedy's Seizure Still Unknown Mon, 19 May 2008 14:47:15 GMT
Doctors were working Sunday to determine the cause of a seizure that sent Sen. Edward M. Kennedy to the hospital and prompted an outpouring of support for the liberal political icon.

DFL Lawmakers Celebrate Bipartisan Session Mon, 19 May 2008 14:23:09 GMT
Democratic lawmakers are touting the bipartisan spirit of this year's Minnesota legislative session.

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