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Deal reached on bill that eliminates taxes on Social Security income

Negotiators at the Minnesota Capitol said they had a deal Saturday afternoon on a bill that cuts income taxes, exempts Social Security income from taxes, and increases the renters’ credit. But deals on other key pieces of legislation weren’t in sight as time in the session dwindled.
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Minneapolis puts MPD talks on hold until MN Human Rights provides evidence of covert social media

The Minneapolis City Attorney's Office says it cannot find proof of a damning finding by the Minnesota Department of Human Rights that police used covert social media to target Black people and elected officials.
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DFL endorses Walz for second term

At the Mayo Civic Center in Rochester Friday night, Walz said Democrats have a winning message this fall despite Republican rhetoric.
  • Jensen wins GOP endorsement for governor
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The 'Corvette' of Navy warships in Duluth for commissioning

This weekend the USS Minneapolis-Saint Paul is set to be the first Navy warship commissioned in Duluth. The “Corvette” of the Navy fleet, the ship can travel faster than 45 miles per hour, and turn on a dime.
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Ukrainian Minnesotans celebrate International Vyshyvankas Day

Members of the Ukrainian community gathered in Minneapolis on Thursday to celebrate International Vyshyvanka Day. Vyshyvankas are traditional embroidered clothing that are considered a form of spiritual armor in Ukrainian culture.
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Biden pushes economic, security aims as he ends South Korea visit

It was a day that brought together two key messages that Biden is trying to project during his first trip to Asia as president.
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Artists memorialize the racial justice movement that Floyd murder sparked

Leesa Kelly founded Memorialize the Movement nearly two years ago to save the paintings that artists created during the week of heartache and rage that followed the police murder of George Floyd. 
  • Preserving George Floyd's memorial'Allow these pieces to continue to protest'
  • A movement memorializedPlywood art honoring George Floyd goes on display
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COVID levels leap in Twin Cities wastewater; hospitalizations edge higher

After last week’s apparent leveling off, COVID detection in the metro area sewage show a 58 percent increase over the previous week, according to the Metropolitan Council.
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U's Osterholm expects new COVID surge, moderate hospitalizations

Michael Osterholm, a veteran epidemiologist and director of the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy at the University of Minnesota, joined Cathy Wurzer on Minnesota Now to talk vaccines and COVID subvariants.
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Part of skull found along Minnesota River belongs to man from 8,000 years ago

The bone was spotted by kayakers last year and is being turned over to Upper Sioux Community tribal officials. The Minnesota Indian Affairs Council said neither the council nor the state archaeologist were made aware of the discovery as required by state law.
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Hennepin County pays $190k to settle top prosecutor's discrimination claim

The Hennepin County Board has approved a $190,000 settlement with veteran prosecutor Amy Sweasy to resolve a discrimination complaint she filed against the county and County Attorney Mike Freeman.
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How to avoid ‘bad actors’ in booming solar industry

Advocates of solar energy say there are plenty of reputable companies to choose from in Minnesota. Following some basic tips can help you avoid a scam.
  • Report:Solar could power 40% of U.S. electricity by 2035
  • This springMinnesota's high winds spark a jump in green energy production
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Art Hounds: Photographer's art reflects on parenthood and the pandemic

Form + Content Gallery in Minneapolis celebrates 15 years with its “Thoughtful Dialogue” exhibit. Photographer Andy Richter’s exhibit “Walking with Julien” is on view both at Artspace Jackson Flats in Minneapolis and on storefronts in Northeast Minneapolis where the photographs were taken. And Duluth Dylan Fest caps the city’s “Year of Dylan” with a week-long festival of music.
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Decades after taking it, feds set to return Minnesota land to Leech Lake band

The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe will soon get back nearly 12,000 acres wrongfully taken in the ‘40s and ‘50s. As they plan for the land’s future, tribal leaders say their fight has also helped strengthen bonds with the Cass County government.
  • MoreHoping to ease tribal homelessness, Leech Lake band takes back its land
  • North Star JourneyCelebrate Minnesota's communities
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Kate McKinnon, Pete Davidson departing from 'SNL'

The departures represent one of the biggest cast shake-ups in years on a show that has seen unusual steadiness in recent seasons.
Linda Munson's youngest grandson, Daniel Gomez, 2, tries on an Oculus headset in her yard in Berlin, Conn. Playing different virtual reality games has become her family's regular Sunday activity, Munson said.

Virtual workouts spiked during the pandemic — and the trend is sticking around

During lockdown, gyms were out of the question. But some people felt more comfortable exercising at home, and companies hope to keep attracting new users by making VR apps more addictive and fun.
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Smeltzer backed by Garlick, Miranda as Twins beat Royals 6-4

Kyle Garlick and Jose Miranda each drove in two runs and starting pitcher Devin Smeltzer only allowed one run as the Twins topped Kansas City Friday night.
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Chilly weekend temps; lows in the 30s in many areas Sunday morning

Our weekend temps will run 10 to 15 degrees below normal. We have details on that, plus a look at the week ahead.
Theresa Haske sorts through debris from what was her garage after a tornado tore through Gaylord, Mich., on Friday. At least two people were killed.

At least 2 people were killed in a rare tornado that hit northern Michigan

The tornado that struck the town of Gaylord also left more than 40 people injured. The governor has declared a state of emergency.
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US, South Korea open to expanded military drills to deter North

The announcement Saturday during Biden's visit to Seoul reflects a shift in direction from former President Donald Trump.
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