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Is That Bigfoot? Or Just King Kong? The supposed remains of Bigfoot turns out to be a big farce or a big bunch of rubber, Don Shelby reports (0:57). Ammonia Leak At Kemps Building Sends 3 To Hospital Three people went to the hospital Thursday night after a chemical problem at a popular Minnesota ice-cream maker, Esme Murphy reports (1:02). Man Who Lost Leg Escaping From Flood Fights On Seven people were killed in the southeastern Minnesota floods of 2007. Rescuers say Dick Hengel should have been the eighth victim, but he fought his way out of his basement in Minnesota City as the water poured in, Heather Brown reports (2:49). Wonderland Of Wine In Your Own Backyard Hidden in the Land of 10,000 Lakes are fields worthy of world-class distinction. A vacation you might not expect in your own backyard: Minnesota's own vineyards, Terri Gruca reports (4:33). Good Question: Does the VP Pick Matter? It is the biggest parlor game in political circles right now. Who will be the nominees for vice president? But perhaps the more important question is: Does the number two pick even matter? Jason DeRusha reports (2:56).

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Family Shares New Photos Of Hugo Tornado Survivor A girl who was injured by a tornado that killed her brother last May has gone home from the hospital, Don Shelby reports (0:38). Wonderland Of Wine In Your Own Backyard Hidden in the Land of 10,000 Lakes are fields worthy of world-class distinction. A vacation you might not expect in your own backyard: Minnesota's own vineyards, Terri Gruca reports (4:33). Ammonia Leak At Kemps Building Sends 3 To Hospital Three people went to the hospital Thursday night after a chemical problem at a popular Minnesota ice-cream maker, Esme Murphy reports (1:02). Man Who Lost Leg Escaping From Flood Fights On Seven people were killed in the southeastern Minnesota floods of 2007. Rescuers say Dick Hengel should have been the eighth victim, but he fought his way out of his basement in Minnesota City as the water poured in, Heather Brown reports (2:49). New Building At Fairgrounds Is 'Made In Minnesota' The Minnesota AFL-CIO building is brand new. It has a very modern look outside, and represents the state quite well. If "Made in Minnesota" means something, then you'll want to see this building, James Schugel reports (3:16).

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Good Question: Does the VP Pick Matter? It is the biggest parlor game in political circles right now. Who will be the nominees for vice president? But perhaps the more important question is: Does the number two pick even matter? Jason DeRusha reports (2:56). VP Talk Heats Up For Both Candidates As we gear up for both the Democratic and Republican National Conventions, it's time for the Presidential Candidates to start thinking about a running mate, Amelia Santaniello reports (1:34). Will The RNC Break Traffic In St. Paul? Experts are recommending you drive to the outside of downtown and then take an alternate way in, Sue Turner reports (1:35). Mold Found Throughout Fort Sill Dorms The Army told Congress the population of wounded soldiers at Fort Sill doubled from 6,000 to 12,000 since last summer, Charles Bassett reports (2:20). Denver's DNC Plans Include Homeless Makeovers Over 40 percent of Denver's homeless living in city shelters have jobs, Rick Sallinger reports (1:58).

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Purse Thieves Call Owner, Say It's Been Found Police call it a new twist on a very old crime: purse snatching and identity theft, Esme Murphy reports (2:13). Charges: Man Threatens Shooting Rampage At Beach A Minnesota father faces years behind bars after police say he threatened, in front of his own young children, to kill a bunch of people, John Lauritsen reports (1:52). Police Advise 'U' Students To Watch For Thieves Labor Day weekend is moving day for most students, and police say crime is likely to spike for the following few weeks, Darcy Pohland reports (2:24). St. Paul Police Unhappy With Mayor's Pay Offer St. Paul Police Officers are not happy with their latest contract offer from the mayor, Sue Turner reports (2:10). St. Paul Tests 911 Text Messaging System Everywhere you go, you see people sending and receiving text messages and using the Internet to communicate. But you can't use these high-tech tools to communicate with 911 centers ... yet. That could change some day, Caroline Lowe reports (2:45).

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Financial Expert Brings New Baby, Talks Costs WCCO financial expert Nicole Middendorf just gave birth to her son Parker seven weeks ago and came in to talk about the cost of having a child (3:14). Consumer Corner: Bogus Emails & Need A Deal? Delta says some consumers are receiving junk e-mails saying they purchased a ticket and their credit cards have been charged, and a new Web site that helps consumers find the best deals on just about anything, Terri Gruca reports (1:03). Creative Way To Sell Homes: City-Wide Open House A creative way to try to sell homes in one Twin Cities suburb by holding a citywide open house, John Lauritsen reports (2:37). Area Housing Market Showing Signs Of Growth Esme Murphy talks with Kevin Knudsen, president of Minneapolis Area Association of Realtors (3:04). Consumer Corner: New Way To Order Groceries Online A new way for you to grocery shop without leaving home, Terri Gruca reports (1:22).

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10 P.M. Weather Report The next best chance of some much-needed rain is Thursday but until then be ready for the heat and sun, Ron Trenda reports (2:36). Man Who Lost Leg Escaping From Flood Fights On Seven people were killed in the southeastern Minnesota floods of 2007. Rescuers say Dick Hengel should have been the eighth victim, but he fought his way out of his basement in Minnesota City as the water poured in, Heather Brown reports (2:49). Community Struggles To Rebound 1 Year After Floods It's been one year, since devastating floodwaters hit several counties in Southeast Minnesota, and the effects of the flooding are still being felt today, Heather Brown reports (2:46). 5 P.M. Weather Report A few showers popped up in the northwest metro in the evening, but there should be relief to the humidity this weekend, Ron Trenda reports (2:45). Tropical Storm Fay Makes Landfall The storm never reached hurricane strength, but it's still packing pounding rain and powerful winds as it travels across Florida, Joel Brown reports (2:09).

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Is That Bigfoot? Or Just King Kong? The supposed remains of Bigfoot turns out to be a big farce or a big bunch of rubber, Don Shelby reports (0:57). 'Aaay!' The Fonz Unveils Statue In Milwaukee "The Fonzie", Henry Winkler, unveiled a bronze statue of his famous "Happy Days" character Tuesday in Milwaukee, Frank Vascellaro reports (0:58). Experts Worry About Lost Baby Whale's Fate Animal conservationalists in Australia are worried about a baby humpback whale that was abandoned by its mom, Dennis Douda reports (0:27). Feel Old? What Incoming Freshmen Do, Don't Know The new college students have never known life without "Seinfeld" and Jay Leno has always been the host of "The Tonight Show," Sue Turner reports (1:30). Beer Leads Iowa State To Install Rubber Sidewalks It's not quite what you think; the city of Ames just installed a rubber sidewalk where beer distributors unload kegs for bars, Bill Hudson reports (0:28).

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Piece Of Paper From Rock 'N' Roll History For Sale The piece of paper that started the history of rock and roll as we know it is for sale. Its the contract signed by "The Beatles" and their manager Brian Epstein back in 1962, Amelia Santaniello reports (0:40). Loni Anderson 'Walk Of Fame' Ceremony Postponed Loni Anderson has had to postpone Monday night's event to accept her star on the Minnesota Walk of Fame, Dennis Douda reports (0:36). Jesse 'The TV Judge' Ventura? He was Governor of Minnesota, a wrestler, an actor and an author. Could Jesse Ventura be adding the title of "TV Judge" to the list? Pat Kessler reports (1:54). Ellen DeGeneres Gets Married In Calif. Talk Show Host Ellen DeGeneres reportedly got married Saturday night to Portia de Rossi in their Beverly Hills home, Dennis Douda reports (0:21). Presidential Art At The Mpls. Institute Of Art Esme Murphy talks about "Hail To the Chief" with exhibit co-currator Jennifer Komar Olivarez (3:03).

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