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Good morning! Sunny and warm today with highs in the 80s. Enjoy it because temps start dropping the next several days. The forecasted high for the Twin Cities on Friday is 55. Yeah, we feel the same way. Some really, really sad news this morning. You might want to grab a tissue before continuing. Ready? Bruno, the 14-year-old dog who became a legend for his daily walks into town,  has died. He was struck and killed Sunday on his regular journey. RIP Bruno, you free spirit. | Forecast
Rooted in Moorhead, 'Little Free Gardens' ready to grow
Inspired by Little Free Libraries, Little Free Gardens are as much about building neighborhoods as they are about growing food, advocates say. Born in Fargo-Moorhead, the gardens are spreading across the United States and Canada.
2 weeks left to go: Where things stand at the Capitol

If you’ve been wondering where that proposal stands to require people to work before they can get Medicaid benefits or what happened to that plan to increase penalties for protesters who close down freeways, here’s the place to look.

Eighth District Democrats wage four-way primary battle

Democrats hope they can hold on to Minnesota's 8th Congressional District even though DFL U.S. Rep. Rick Nolan is not running for re-election.

Farmers plant seeds of uncertainty

A wet, cold spring isn't the only concern for Minnesota farmers. Other problems include trade disputes, a new farm bill and low commodity prices.

Shakopee educator named 2018 Minnesota Teacher of the Year
"If you can be really patient and find out (students' stories) and find out how you can help and support them, then it's amazing -- the transformation is amazing -- and to get to be a part of that and bear witness to that is the biggest privilege of my life," Kelly Holstine said.
Hawaii volcano destroys dozens of homes, forces evacuations

At least 26 homes have been destroyed and 1,700 residents evacuated. Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting continuously since 1983.

Giuliani: Trump might refuse Mueller subpoenas or take the Fifth

In a media marathon over the weekend, the newest addition to Trump's legal team spent much of the time trying to clarify statements he made last week.

Putin starts historic fourth term as Russian leader

By the end of his new presidential term, Putin will have served longer than any other Russian leader since Communist dictator Josef Stalin.

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Lyme disease is on the rise again. Here's how to prevent it
The tick-borne illness is spreading north and south -- about 300,000 U.S. cases a year. As scientists work on better diagnostic tests and surveillance tools, you can take steps to cut your risk. | Ticks: A summer survival guide
Reversing an overdose isn't complicated, but getting the antidote can be

The U.S. surgeon general has recommended that naloxone, the opioid overdose reversal drug, be widely available to consumers. But there are several barriers to consumers' ability to acquire it.

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