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Eric Middleton trains at a playground on the Saint Paul campus on Monday, July 16. Middleton is participating in American Ninja Warrior Season 10.

[Photo] University student competes on "American Ninja Warrior"

Published July 20, 2018
St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board member Ted Tucker talks to neighborhood members at Holmes Park in southeast Minneapolis on Saturday July 14 during the 20th annual East of the River bus tour. The bus stopped at various parks in northeast and southeast Minneapolis, reviewing draft designs and listening to neighborhood members input.

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Park Board project managers John Slack and Carrie Christianson distribute draft park designs for parks in northeast and southeast Minneapolis during the 20th annual East of the River bus tour on Saturday, July 14. The bus stopped at various parks in northeast and southeast Minneapolis, reviewing draft designs and listening to neighborhood members input.

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St. Anthony Falls Heritage Board member Ted Tucker reviews two draft designs for Logan Park in Minneapolis on Saturday, July 14 during the twentieth annual East of the River bus tour of neighborhood parks in northeast and southeast Minneapolis.

[Photo] Minneapolis Park Board seeks UMN feedback on long-term park plan

Published July 19, 2018
The Minnesota Daily rated the best products from Trader Joes for students. A new Trader Joes will open on South Washington Avenue on July 20.

[Photo] A&E’s guide to Trader Joe’s snacks

Published July 18, 2018
United Noodles asian grocery stores shelves are stocked with cultural staples in Minneapolis on Friday, July 13.

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Recycling center employees LesLee Jackson, Marielle Mateo, Todd Tanner, John Mckeown and Tyler Baumann pose for a photo behind the new organics bins. The university is working on a campus-wide rollout of organics bins that will collect biodegradable organic material like food scraps, untreated wood, soiled paper and various other compostable products.

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Stocker Zach North fills cooler shelves at United Noodles in Minneapolis on Friday, July 13. The Staple Foods Ordinance requires all grocers to carry certain healthy food items, but some small businesses have violated it, leading city council members and UMN researchers to reconsider the ordinances value.

[Photo] City officials look to change grocery regulations to make staple foods ordinance more inclusive

Published July 18, 2018
A worker at the Como recycling center sorts out recyclable paper products on a conveyor belt on Friday, July 13. The center will bring about 2,000 organics bins to every building on campus over the course of two years.

[Photo] University moves forward on sustainability goals with new organics plan

Published July 17, 2018
University President Eric Kaler answers questions for the Minnesota Daily on Tuesday, July 10, 2018 at his office at Morrill Hall.

[Photo] On his last day in office, Kaler bids farewell to the University

Published June 28, 2019
Forest Lake natives Heather Quarnstrom and Claire Radatz were unaware of the price increase for parking in Dinkytown and Stadium Village. The hourly rate went from $1.25 per hour to $2.00 per hour in Dinkytown and Stadium Village.

[Photo] Parking meter cost increases for Dinkytown, Stadium Village

Published July 10, 2018
The Minnesota Daily made turkey burgers topped with pineapple jalapeño salsa. 

[Photo] College kitchen: Barbecue

Published July 3, 2018
The Minnesota Daily made mixed berry-mint popsicles for dessert following barbeque recipes.

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Minneapolis police posted signs along Como Avenue SE urging people to lock their doors and keep lights on because of an uptick in burglaries in the area.

[Photo] Crime Alert signs aim to reduce high number of Como burglaries

Published July 6, 2018
Protestors gathered at the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of banning travel into the U.S. from several mostly Muslim countries.

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Protestors gathered at the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of banning travel into the U.S. from several mostly Muslim countries.

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Protestors gathered at the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of banning travel into the U.S. from several mostly Muslim countries.

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Lili Rochelle listened to Keith Ellison speak at the Minneapolis courthouse during a protest on Tuesday, June 26.

[Photo] University members, community respond to travel ban decision

Published July 2, 2018
Minnesota state Rep. Ilhan Omar speaks to protestors gathered at the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of banning travel into the U.S. from several mostly Muslim countries.

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Protestors marched downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of upholding the travel ban on several mostly Muslim countries.

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Protestors marched downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of upholding the travel ban on several mostly Muslim countries.

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Protestors gathered at the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of banning travel into the U.S. from several mostly Muslim countries.

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Rep. Keith Ellison, D-Minn., spoke to protestors gathered at the Minneapolis courthouse downtown on Tuesday, June 26. Ellison is a candidate for Minnesota attorney general.

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Protestors gathered at the courthouse in downtown Minneapolis on Tuesday, June 26 after the Supreme Court ruled in favor of banning travel into the U.S. from several mostly Muslim countries.

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Stadium Village Plaza on June 26. The University of Minnesota Foundation recently purchased the plaza.

[Photo] Purchased lots in Stadium Village could be first steps to new neighborhood

Published June 27, 2018
Customers eat at Burrigato on Tuesday, June 26. Burrigato opened in April 2017 and features a unique menu of Asian burritos.

[Photo] Amidst growing competition, Dinkytown Asian cuisine seeks to differentiate

Published June 27, 2018
The Mississippi River flows past the University of Minnesota campus on June 21.

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Construction on 8th Street SE is active on June 23. The project was put off because of Athletes Village construction, and the delay caused additional costs.

[Photo] City of Minneapolis and UMN reach agreement on 8th Street redesign

Published June 27, 2018
A 21-year-old man was robbed at gunpoint on the 1800 block of Como Avenue SE at 7 a.m. on Thursday.

[Photo] Three burglaries reported around UMN campus in the past week

Published July 17, 2018
University law student Joshua Preston, who is running for state district 60B, poses for a portrait on Saturday, June 16. Preston is one of seven candidates, and his causes include criminal justice reform, increased access to health care and access to higher education. He said he wants student issues at the forefront of policy change.

[Photo] Q&A: UMN Law Student Joshua Preston talks House campaign and student engagement

Published June 20, 2018
Teacher Sean Baldwin shakes hands with eighth grade student Sugi Fox at his graduation ceremony from Northeast Middle School on Thursday, June 7. The ceremony, held at Northrup Auditorium, featured digital stories from students in Baldwins class that highlighted social experiences the students had experienced. Foxwrote a poem about stereotyping. Im only 14, but Im 6-feet-tall. Im not an evil person, he said.

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Graduating eighth graders from Northeast Middle School in Minneapolis perform a dance during the ceremony on Thursday, June 7 at Northrup Auditorium.

[Photo] University students work with middle schoolers to share their stories

Published June 14, 2018
Tianna Novak, eighth grader at Northeast Middle School in Minneapolis, performs Listen by Beyonce at her graduation ceremony on Thursday, June 7.

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The Good Neighbor Fund, created in 2007 with money from the University, provides grants for various projects including one to preserve the murals in Dinkytown. Pictured is a mural on 4th Street SE on Monday, June 11.

[Photo] Neighborhood funding reduced by MN United relocation

Published June 12, 2018
Towerside Gardens is open to the public in Prospect Park on Monday, June 11. The Good Neighbor Fund is money allocated from the university to help with projects such as the Towerside Gardens, which has 42 raised beds to grow fruits and vegetables and provide gardening opportunities for the public. These gardens also help with stormwater runoff.

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T-Rex Cookie Owner Tina Rexing takes a fresh tray of cookies off the cooling rack on Saturday, June 9. The arts and architecture building that T-Rex Cookie operates in will be replaced by new apartments and retail space in 2018.

[Photo] Tenants of historic Prospect Park building reflect on leaving with uncertainty, optimism

Published June 11, 2018
Computer science Professor Joe Konstan talks to the Board of Regents about the importance of the faculty at the University of Minnesota at the meeting on Friday, June 8, 2018 at McNamara Alumni Center.

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Regent Randy Simonson asks computer science Professor Joe Konstan a question at the Board of Regents meeting on Friday, June 8, 2018 at McNamara Alumni Center.

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Board of Regents Chair David McMillan asks Provost Karen Hanson a question at the Board of Regents meeting on Friday, June 8, 2018 at McNamara Alumni Center.

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Regent Abdul Omari jokes about withdrawing from his sociology class in 2004 at the Board of Regents meeting on Friday, June 8, 2018 at McNamara Alumni Center.

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Regent Steve Sviggum asks Provost Karen Hanson a question at the Board of Regents meeting on Friday, June 8, 2018 at McNamara Alumni Center.

[Photo] Regents interview presidential finalist Joan Gabel

Published December 14, 2018
The University of Minnesota Law School is seen on Tuesday, June 5.

[Photo] New map illustrates low income housing concentration

Published April 22, 2019
Neighborhood activists Elizabeth Rome, left, Susan Warner and George Hansen showing the potential impact that proposed developments will have on the area surrounding Witchs Hat Tower. The Prospect Park Association is concerned with the height of these developments, as Witchs Hat lies on the tallest natural point in Minneapolis.

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Visitors celebrate at the top of Witchs Hat Tower on Saturday, June 1. Built in 1913, Witchs Hat Tower has been a major landmark in Minneapolis for generations. New developments have been proposed near Prospect Park, and the Prospect Park Association is concerned that the height of developments will block the view from the tower.

[Photo] Citywide event to open up buildings around UMN

Published April 1, 2019
University Professor Amy Kaminski points to the area where developments are being proposed near Prospect Park. The Prospect Park Association is concerned with the height of proposed developments, as Witchs Hat Tower is built on the tallest natural point in Minneapolis.

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The inside of Witchs Hat Tower, a former water tower in Prospect Park on Saturday, June 1. Witchs Hat Tower is only open once per year.

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Visitors celebrate at the top of Witchs Hat Tower on Saturday, June 1. Built in 1913, Witchs Hat Tower has been a major landmark in Minneapolis for generations. New developments have been proposed near Prospect Park, and the Prospect Park Association is concerned that the height of developments will block the view from the tower.

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Centerfielder Alex Boxwell hits a double, increasing the lead to 12-5 during the game against the UCLA Bruins on Sunday, June 3 at Siebert Field.

[Photo] Minnesota advances to the Super Regional round for the first time

Published June 5, 2018
Centerfielder Alex Boxwell runs into home plate after his home run vs. the UCLA Bruins on Sunday, June 3 at Siebert Field.

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Underneath the Stone Arch Bridge is seen on May 25, 2018 in Minneapolis. The 135-year-old bridge received $1 million in repair funding from the state bonding bill.

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The Stone Arch Bridge is seen on May 26, 2018 in Minneapolis. The 135-year-old bridge received $1 million in repair funding from the state bonding bill.

[Photo] Dayton approves funding for Stone Arch Bridge to delay closure

Published May 31, 2018
Underneath the Stone Arch Bridge is seen on May 25, 2018 in Minneapolis. The 135-year-old bridge received $1 million in repair funding from the state bonding bill.

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The Minnesota Daily made caprese sandwiches with watermelon, feta and cucumber salad for the College Kitchen series. Dessert was a berry puff pastry with Cool Whip frosting.

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The Minnesota Daily made caprese sandwiches with watermelon, feta and cucumber salad for the College Kitchen series. Dessert was a berry puff pastry with Cool Whip frosting.

[Photo] College kitchen: Wicker basket case

Published May 29, 2018
The Minnesota Daily made caprese sandwiches with watermelon, feta and cucumber salad for the College Kitchen series. Dessert was a berry puff pastry with Cool Whip frosting.

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Greg Galles scoops ice cream into a homemade waffle cone at the Purple Onion Cafe on Saturday, May 26. The Purple Onion now features St. Pauls Grand Ole Creamery ice cream.

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Greg Galles loads a new bucket of Black Hills Gold ice cream at the Purple Onion Cafe on Saturday, May 26. The Purple Onion Cafe began serving Grand Ole Creamery ice cream in May.

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Joe and Johannse, long time Purple Onion patrons, enjoy ice cream cones on the patio on Saturday, May 26, 2018. Joe and Johannes say they are excited for the new additions, ice cream and extended hours.

[Photo] Ice cream has returned to campus. A&E has the scoop.

Published May 29, 2018
Greg Galles shows off Grand Ole Creamerys signature ice cream flavor, Black Hills Gold, on Saturday, May 26, 2018. The flavor is made up of Oreo cookies with pralines and pecans in a caramel-based ice cream.

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