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Klobuchar Seeks Energy Dept. Help Over High Gas Prices

As gas prices in Minnesota reached record high prices of about $4 per gallon, Sen. Amy Klobuchar called on the Department of Energy to take action. The gas price spike came after the closure of oil refineries in the Midwest for maintenance.

2013/05/16

Minn. Livestock Producers Face Forage Shortage

Minnesota livestock producers could be facing a forage shortage this spring. Experts with University of Minnesota Extension say reports of winter injury and winterkill of alfalfa continue to intensify across parts of southern Minnesota.

2013/05/16

Gas Prices Increase 30 Cents, Hit $4.19 In Twin Cities

“When did that happen?” is the question most motorists are asking Wednesday, after seeing the latest price for a tank of gas.

2013/05/15

Minnesota Taxes On Way Up, But Which And On Whom?

Minnesota taxes will rise by more than $2 billion in the next two-year state budget, but who pays how much on what is still being hammered out as the Legislature speeds toward a Monday deadline for the session’s adjournment.

2013/05/15

Mall Of America Unveils New Logo, Tagline

The Mall of America has a new look, and unveiled the design for the retail hub’s new logo on Wednesday. The new logo maxes out the star motif that previously played only as the accent mark in the mall’s previous logo. The mall also unveiled a new tagline: “Always new.”

2013/05/15

You’ve Seen The New Stadium, Now Check Out Plans For ‘The Yard’

Just a day after the new Vikings Stadium design was unveiled, a new redevelopment plan is in the works for the stadium’s backyard.

2013/05/14

Following Jolie’s Mastectomy, What Are Your Options?

Actress, activist and philanthropist Angelina Jolie revealed in the New York Times she had a voluntary double mastectomy, and said her decision came after learning she had an 87 percent risk of getting cancer.

2013/05/14

DeRusha Eats At Nadia Cakes

Nadia Cakes in Maple Grove has people lining up for their delicious cupcakes. And the story of how the shop’s owner ended up in Minnesota is perfect for Mother’s Day weekend.

2013/05/11

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Inside Minnesota: Silica Sand Storm (Part 4)

In St Charles, Minn., a sand production company is trying to build a plant on 300 acres of land, and residents there are afraid it will ruin their way of life.

2013/05/10

Park Rapids Preps For Fishing Opener Onslaught

Park Rapids will be jumping in mere hours with the arrival of the Governor. Tim Young is a great ambassador for the ice-cold 2013 fishing opener. He’s been here before.

2013/05/09

Viewers’ Choice For MN’s Best Flower Shop

Mother’s Day is almost here. And that means a lot of us will be sending flowers to the women who mean the most to us. WCCO viewers’ choice for Minnesota’s best flower shop is Martha’s Gardens.

2013/05/09

Inside Minnesota: Silica Sand Storm (Part 3)

For the third day this week we go to visit the small town of St. Charles, Minn., the latest Midwestern spot at the center of the silica sand mining debate. A proposal to bring a sand mine to St. Charles – and mine sand to use in fracking operations – is being hotly debated.

2013/05/09

Inside Minnesota: Silica Sand Storm (Part 2)

In part two of our special series, Susie Jones shares a story from St. Charles, Minn.

2013/05/08

Dayton Says He Has Secret Plan For Secure Stadium Funding

Gov. Mark Dayton says he has a plan that may rescue the state’s funding package for the new Vikings stadium.

2013/05/08

Delta Will Pay Dividend, Buy Back Shares

Delta Air Lines will start paying a quarterly dividend and buy back some of its shares — investor-friendly moves common in other industries but rare for airlines.

2013/05/08

Target + Neiman Marcus Holiday Collection

Following months of anticipation, Target and Neiman Marcus unveiled their unprecedented holiday collection. The collection, which features 24 of America’s preeminent designers — all members of the Council of Fashion Designers of America — will be available Dec. 1 at all Target and Neiman Marcus stores, as well as online at Target.com and NeimanMarcus.com.

Price Comparison: Same Makeup, 5 Different Stores

WCCO’s Esme Murphy went shopping at five popular stores for the same five makeup products and found price differences as great as 50 percent. See the price changes for yourself!

Before And After Eyelash Treatments

It’s the hottest thing since Botox and there are dozens of “eyelash bars” sprouting up around town. Take a look at some before and after images of some treatments to enhance your eyelashes.

Farmers Market In Minneapolis

The Minneapolis Farmers Market runs down Nicollet Mall from 5th Street to 10th Street. It starts at 6 a.m. and goes till 6 p.m. every Thursday. The market has a plethora of shopping options: locally […]