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Good morning! Cloudy and windy today, with showers and thunderstorms likely late this afternoon in southern Minnesota. Some thunderstorms maybe severe, with damaging winds. Highs in the upper 40s to upper 50s north, 60s south. Consider this a victory for penmanship proponents: Cursive writing is looping back into style in schools across the country. | Forecast | Updraft weather blog
 


Congress to probe Trump wiretap claim; FBI disputes it

A U.S. official said the FBI has asked the Justice Department to dispute Trump's allegation, though no such statement has been issued. | Trump claims Obama had his phones wiretapped; no proof cited

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Warm winter startles even the experts

Even with the trend toward warmer Minnesota winters in a changing climate, no one guessed it would be this warm. | Climate change

Trump expected to sign new travel ban order

A White House official says plans to roll out the order are on track for Monday. The new order has been in the works since shortly after a federal court blocked Trump's initial effort, but the administration has repeatedly pushed back the signing.

Replacing Rochester's city flag design may be harder than it sounds

While the city of Rochester is working on updating its identity, replacing the city's flag design may present a challenge.


 
 

Feeling lonely? Too much time on social media may be why

It's not clear whether spending a lot of time on Facebook, Snapchat or Instagram leads to social isolation, or whether the lonely seek solace in social media.

Christians turn to podcasts to say things they can't say in church

Toby Morrell and Mike McHargue are among a seemingly growing trend of ex-pastors, musicians and authors who are bucking Christian theology through podcasts.


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