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Good afternoon! Things might still be pretty green in Minnesota, but the Department of Natural Resources says we can expect a colorful fall season. They've also launched their first fall color finder map of the season, happy hunting! | NewsCut | Forecast
 

Injuries reported in bus, semi crash in Wright County

Six people aboard an Air Force Reserve bus were hurt when a semi collided with the bus on Interstate 94 in central Minnesota.

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DeVos planning to scrap Obama rules on campus sexual assault

The education secretary says rules established in 2011 to guide schools as they investigate and resolve complaints of assault have failed to protect students and done a "disservice to everyone involved."

Irma: 5 things Minnesotans should tell loved ones in Florida

Wondering if friends and relatives in the Sunshine State should evacuate as Hurricane Irma approaches? MPR News meteorologist Bill Endersen shares key points you need to make. | Nations rush to help islands devastated by Hurricane Irma

A toilet is the star of India's hit rom-com

She loves him. He loves her. But she loves indoor toilets even more. And he is not a fan. Can they find happiness? The plot of "Toilet: A Love Story" addresses a very real issue in rural India.

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Construction company settles racial discrimination case

The agency's lawsuit against JL Schwieters Construction alleged the company subjected the two black employees to a hostile work environment, including physical threats, based on their race.

Motorcycle crashes kill 8 Minnesota riders in 8 days

So far in 2017 there have been 45 motorcycle deaths, compared to 39 at this time last year.

House Speaker Paul Ryan on congressional priorities

The Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, Paul Ryan, R-Wisconsin, answers questions at the inaugural "Times Talks DC" series event held at the Newseum in Washington, D.C.

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