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Job training program helps former coal miners

As the shift toward renewable energy forces the closure of coal mines, many have found themselves out of jobs. One company is pioneering a job training program that pays out-of-work miners to learn new skills. Mark Strassmann has the story. Source

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Windmill collection draws visitors from across the country

It began with one windmill that Terry Rodman built for his wife. Then he started collecting the pieces of farm equipment from others, and now he has a collection of 44 windmills that draws visitors from all over. CBS Minnesota’s John Lauritsen has the story. Source

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Cyber Monday could set records despite rising costs

Millions more people are expected to do some shopping between Black Friday and Cyber Monday this year than they did last year, despite rising costs. Some experts predict this year’s Cyber Monday could set a spending record. Astrid Martinez reports. Source

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Biden urges longer pause in fighting in Gaza

President Biden said he hopes the pause in fighting between Israel and Hamas will be extended beyond Monday to allow for more hostages to be released. U.S. officials are hoping two American-Israeli women will be released, but seven American men remain unaccounted for. Natalie Brand reports. Source

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