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On heels of big state construction package, another $7.4 billion in requests await

After Minnesota lawmakers this year approved a $2.6 billion capital investment package — the largest in the state’s history — local governments and state agencies ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, August 14, 2023 11:20 am

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Minnesota State Fair 101: Your guide to the Great Minnesota Get-Together for 2023

By Nicole Johnson, Minnesota Public Radio The Minnesota State Fair is nearly here. If you’re working on your game plan to fit in as many ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, August 14, 2023 11:18 am

Elections & Campaigns

Biden vs. Trump rematch doesn’t excite some Minnesotans

Former President Donald Trump’s legal problems could be cutting into some of his political support. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, August 10, 2023 1:20 pm

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As canine flu outbreak subsides, officials ease guidance for Minnesota dog owners

Animal health officials in Minnesota say they think the worst of a canine influenza outbreak may be over — and they’re updating their guidance for ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, August 10, 2023 9:57 am

Health Updates

Medicaid coverage ends for 32,600 Minnesotans, thousands renew

In the first look at Medicaid renewals following the end of a pause to eligibility determinations, the Minnesota Department of Human Services said Wednesday nearly ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, August 9, 2023 7:47 pm

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Minnesota’s ambitious EV dreams still need a charge

A daily commute in an electric vehicle generates no worries about fueling up, but road tripping across the state can be an anxiety-inducing experience. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 7:40 pm

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Growing power line needs generate new friction in Minnesota’s clean energy shift

Matt Maier spent 15 years building his Thousand Hills farm into a model of environmental stewardship.  Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, August 8, 2023 7:37 pm

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Immigrants, refugees in Minnesota increasingly filling critical direct care jobs

Six years ago, Rangineh Ralhor moved to Minnesota from Iran. She came to be near her daughter, who was pursuing an astrophysics degree at the ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, August 7, 2023 9:25 am

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Signs honoring Prince to go up on section of Minnesota highway on Thursday

Signs designating a section of state highway in the late musician Prince’s name will go up Thursday. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 4:29 pm

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Ideas ready to fly as panel embarks on remaking Minnesota’s state flag

The task: Redesign Minnesota’s flag and the state emblem that appears on government documents, buildings and other places.  Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, August 2, 2023 4:26 pm

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Excitement builds for Minnesota cannabis market despite long process ahead

Hundreds gathered at Canna Connect in Minneapolis Saturday to learn more about the developing recreational cannabis industry in Minnesota. Cannabis will be legal for Minnesotans ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, July 31, 2023 7:44 pm

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Fresh turf coming to Vikings stadium for second time since opening

For the second time since its opening, U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis is in line for a new playing surface. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, July 31, 2023 7:43 pm

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Minnesota sentencing commission hikes penalty for carjacking

The Minnesota Sentencing Guidelines Commission voted 5-2 Thursday to adopt tougher penalties for those convicted of carjacking. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, July 28, 2023 6:56 am

Cops, Courts & Fires

BCA completes testing on all sexual assault kits from 2015 inventory

Nearly eight years after the state asked local law enforcement agencies to send over all untested sexual assault kits, the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, July 28, 2023 6:54 am

Cops, Courts & Fires

Slain Fargo officer Jake Wallin remembered as a hero

By Dan Gunderson, Minnesota Public Radio News Slain Fargo police officer Jake Wallin was remembered as a son, friend, colleague and hero at a public ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, July 27, 2023 7:01 am

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