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Elections & Campaigns

Hunting for male voters: Walz steps into the field for the pheasant opener

Gov. Tim Walz had more pheasant hunting companions than usual for this year’s opener near Sleepy Eye, Minn., on Saturday. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, October 14, 2024 8:46 am

Elections & Campaigns

Minnesota’s ‘uncommitted’ voters go into election unsatisfied over lack of cease-fire, conflicted over Harris

Asma Mohammed played a key part in organizing the Democratic protest vote of President Joe Biden, upset over his administration’s inability to slow or stop ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, October 10, 2024 4:03 pm

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Thousands of chickens to be culled after Minnesota poultry company faces financial problems

Minnesota farmers under contract to a struggling local poultry company have been scrambling to care for thousands of chickens in recent days. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, October 10, 2024 6:28 am

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Business groups push back after Walz says they supported paid leave program

In a nationally televised interview, Gov. Tim Walz claimed he had the support of Minnesota’s business community in passing a new paid family and medical ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, October 8, 2024 11:23 am

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Minnesotans in Florida brace for arrival of Hurricane Milton; Minnesota National Guard ready to provide help

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has signed an emergency executive order authorizing the Minnesota National Guard to provide assistance in Florida ahead of Hurricane Milton. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, October 8, 2024 11:20 am

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Minnesota Republicans seek a reset after two years of DFL trifecta in St. Paul

On a sunny Tuesday morning, Republican state Senate candidate Kathleen Fowke walked door-to-door in a neighborhood along the shores of Lake Minnetonka. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, October 7, 2024 6:16 am

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Minnesota first responders, volunteers head south to aid in Hurricane Helene cleanup

Minnesota is sending more help to North Carolina where communities are still struggling with power outages and other damage from devastating flooding a week after ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Thursday, October 3, 2024 1:42 pm

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Minnesota trees in turmoil due to drastic seasonal changes

Minnesota’s trees are having a tough time. Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 4:21 pm

Health Updates

Mayo Clinic Health System to end surgical, labor and delivery units in Fairmont

By Hannah Yang, Minnesota Public Radio News Mayo Clinic Health System in Fairmont will close its surgical unit and labor and delivery unit at the ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, October 1, 2024 6:29 am

Elections & Campaigns

Tim Walz’s experience in China could help him as veep, but he barely mentions it as a candidate

The warning from the U.S. State Department in June 1989 was stark. It told Americans to stay away from China, citing an “extremely volatile and ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Monday, September 30, 2024 5:21 am

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September heat and turning leaves: Where to catch fall colors

By Anika Besst, Minnesota Public Radio News After weeks of an unusually steamy September, the temperature will remain above normal in coming days statewide. A ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, September 27, 2024 4:58 am

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Nearly one year after its passage, Minnesota immigrants embracing Driver’s License for All

On a recent Monday, about 15 immigrants, mostly from Ecuador, sat through a review session before taking a written exam for their driver’s license.  Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Friday, September 27, 2024 4:52 am

Elections & Campaigns

Minnesota Poll: Broad confidence of accurate vote count, but deep split over absentee voting

Nearly 80 percent of voters surveyed in the latest Minnesota Poll have high to moderate confidence of an accurate vote count, although there is a ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 5:48 pm

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MSP Airport to build its first-ever sensory rooms to reduce travel stress

The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is building sensory rooms for both terminals. They are slated to be completed in 2027 and 2028. The Metropolitan Airports ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Wednesday, September 25, 2024 5:46 pm

Elections & Campaigns

Minnesota Poll: Walz approval rating holds steady amid VP run, has narrow edge in favorability

Gov. Tim Walz scored a marginally stronger favorability rating than former President Donald Trump’s running mate — Sen. JD Vance — in a new Minnesota ... Read more

by Minnesota Public Radio, Tuesday, September 24, 2024 4:08 pm

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