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Commission picking finalists for new Minnesota state flag, seal

The State Emblems Redesign Commission is set to meet Tuesday with a goal of picking finalists for a new Minnesota state flag and seal. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 21, 2023 8:45 am

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Progress seen on ending homelessness among veterans in Minnesota

After reaching a five-year high, a state registry of veterans who are experiencing homelessness is showing signs of progress. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Sunday, November 19, 2023 8:39 pm

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Minnesota turkeys headed to White House for presidential pardon

They’re definitely lucky ducks — or rather, lucky turkeys. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Saturday, November 18, 2023 8:37 pm

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University of Minnesota launches Cannabis Research Center

The University of Minnesota School of Public Health launched a new Cannabis Research Center on Thursday. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, November 17, 2023 6:07 am

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Ex-Minn. GOP Chair Jennifer Carnahan, party settle competing lawsuits over her ouster

Former Minnesota Republican Party Chair Jennifer Carnahan and state party leaders on Thursday announced a settlement agreement following a dispute over the former GOP leader’s ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, November 16, 2023 9:36 pm

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Xcel Energy Center — home of the Minnesota Wild — could be in line for a makeover

The Vikings got a new home in 2016 with the construction of U.S. Bank Stadium. Target Center got a glow up for the Timberwolves a ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, November 16, 2023 6:48 am

Cops, Courts & Fires

Blue Earth man is 13th Minnesotan charged in Jan. 6 Capitol assault

The FBI on Tuesday arrested a southern Minnesota man on charges that he participated in the January 6 assault on the U.S. Capitol. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 5:51 am

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Nonprofits hope Minnesotans in a giving mood Thursday on Give to the Max Day

Thursday is the 15th annual Give to the Max Day. The annual event brings in tens of millions in donations to thousands of Minnesota nonprofits. Amid ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 15, 2023 5:48 am

Health Updates

Survey: Minnesota hospitals report hefty financial losses

The Minnesota Hospital Association reported Monday that many of the state’s health systems are losing money at a growing clip. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 14, 2023 5:36 am

Elections & Campaigns

Minnesota Supreme Court rejects bid to bar Trump from primary ballot

The Minnesota Supreme Court on Wednesday tossed out an attempt to disqualify former President Donald Trump from presidential primary ballots in the state in 2024, ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 8, 2023 4:07 pm

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EPA says ‘further actions’ needed to protect human health from nitrate in southeast Minnesota

A federal agency says state agencies need to take additional steps to protect drinking water in southeast Minnesota from nitrate contamination.   Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, November 8, 2023 4:04 pm

Elections & Campaigns

‘My voice matters’: Felons vote at polls for first time after voting rights restored

By Nicole Ki, Minnesota Public Radio News Tuesday was special for Minnesotans like Moncies Franco Sr., who voted for the first time since their voting ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 9:07 pm

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Loons, stars and ‘bayg’: Minnesotans can check out state flag designs this week

From the artistic to the simplistic to the sarcastic, the more than 2,600 submissions for a new Minnesota flag and seal run the gamut. And ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 5:23 pm

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Minnesota deer hunting firearms opener numbers down, crossbows gaining popularity

It’s deer hunting season in Minnesota, but hunters are lagging behind last year’s numbers. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 5:18 pm

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The battle over land use: Farm crops versus solar farms

Neil Witzel has lived in Canisteo Township of rural Dodge County his entire life. A produce farmer, he loves waking up each morning and hearing ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, November 7, 2023 5:59 am

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