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3M Bolsters Security Business in Post-9/11 World

The Maplewood-based company spun off its security operations into a separate division shortly after the 2001 attacks-and it has since increased its focus on developing comprehensive security systems for the United States and other governments.

ATK Moves HQ to VA; Most MN Jobs Untouched

Many of the company's aerospace and defense peers and customers are already located in the Washington, D.C., area-and having more of a presence there will help facilitate international and commercial diversification, according to a spokesman.

Target Apologizes for Glitch in Online Gift Registries

A transition to the company's new Web site resulted in some technical difficulties regarding the management of bridal and baby gift registries-and the company is apologizing to affected users and offering a discount on their next online purchase.

Developer Wirth Pleads Not Guilty to Tax Evasion

Wirth, his ex-wife, and their tax preparer are reportedly accused of funneling money out of The Wirth Companies and using it for personal expenses, including the building of an 18,000-square-foot mansion on Lake Minnetonka.

Urologix Inks Licensing Deal for Medtronic Device

Urologix said that the deal is expected to bring total revenue up to between $18 million and $20 million for the fiscal year that ends next June; it reported sales of $12.6 million in its most recently completed fiscal year.