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Stories from August 4, 2025

Sen. Hoffman tells lawmakers they can’t let ‘evil of the night win’

DFL Senator John Hoffman spoke about surviving an assassination attempt to a conference in Boston. Hoffman said politicians must recommit to governance over grievance and to service over self. The Hennepin County Board of Commissioners is considering taking over control of Hennepin County Medical Center in light of financial issues at the hospital.
by Emily Reese

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Hoffman tells lawmakers they can’t let ‘evil of the night win’ as peers honor Melissa Hortman

Hoffman tells lawmakers they can’t let ‘evil of the night win’ as peers honor Melissa Hortman

Top Minnesota lawmakers took the stage at the National Conference of State Legislatures to remember their slain colleague Melissa Hortman. Sen. John Hoffman, who was also shot by a masked gunman on June 14, also spoke to the gathering of state lawmakers by video.
by Dana Ferguson

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Man thrown from boat in Lake Superior swims 2 miles to safety

Man thrown from boat in Lake Superior swims 2 miles to safety

A man who was thrown out of a boat and into frigid Lake Superior Friday evening survived after swimming about 2 miles to safety to a small island offshore from the Grand Portage reservation in far northeast Minnesota.
by Dan Kraker

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Bipartisan Minnesota U.S. House members propose funding to recruit more law enforcement

Bipartisan Minnesota U.S. House members propose funding to recruit more law enforcement

A bill proposed by U.S. Rep. Kelly Morrison, a Democrat from the 3rd District, and Rep. Brad Finstad, a Republican from the 1st District, would provide millions of dollars to help law enforcement recruit and retain officers.
by Mark Zdechlik

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'Zero guardrails': Inside the alleged fraud at DHS housing stabilization program

'Zero guardrails': Inside the alleged fraud at DHS housing stabilization program

A KARE 11 investigation exposed questionable billing practices within the Medicaid-backed program that was meant to help the elderly and people with disabilities find and maintain housing.
by Chris Farrell and Ellen Finn

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One more comfortable day before sultry weather rolls in

One more comfortable day before sultry weather rolls in

We’ve been enjoying a nice break from the heat and humidity, but that comfort won’t last much longer. By midweek, sultry summer weather makes a return — and with it, better chances for scattered thunderstorms.
by Mandy Thalhuber

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After a week of smoke, a look at Canada's approach to fighting wildfires differently

After a week of smoke, a look at Canada's approach to fighting wildfires differently

Minnesota saw a record-breaking six-day air quality alert due to wildfires burning in Canada sending smoke into the skies. Canada is seeing one of it’s worst wildfire seasons on record.
by Chris Farrell and Ellen Finn

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Navigating artificial intelligence in the workplace

Navigating artificial intelligence in the workplace

Artificial intelligence is changing how we work, but are employers keeping up? MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about how different industries are using AI and how organizations are responding to the rapid changes.
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Air quality alert ends. Minneapolis to take public comments on separation ordinance

The air quality alert that had been in effect for Minnesota for nearly a week has been canceled. A more favorable southerly air flow is pushing the wildfire smoke north and east. Over the weekend, many Minnesotans limited their outdoor time in poor air. Others dealt with the smoke to enjoy cooler temperatures.
by Phil Picardi

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WNBA-leading Lynx acquire DiJonai Carrington from Wings for 2 players and a draft pick

WNBA-leading Lynx acquire DiJonai Carrington from Wings for 2 players and a draft pick

The WNBA-leading Minnesota Lynx have acquired DiJonai Carrington in a trade from Dallas. The Lynx on Sunday sent Diamond Miller, Karlie Samuelson and their second-round draft pick in 2027 to the Wings.
by The Associated Press

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Xcel Energy switches from sirens to cell phone alerts to warn public of nuclear emergencies

Xcel Energy switches from sirens to cell phone alerts to warn public of nuclear emergencies

The Minneapolis-based utility said it will use the Integrated Public Alert and Warning System, a national system that delivers severe weather warnings and AMBER alerts through cell phones. 
by Kirsti Marohn

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Photos: Minnesota’s old school buildings stir memories of a small-town past

Photos: Minnesota’s old school buildings stir memories of a small-town past

In some communities, the kids are long gone but the old school buildings still stand, holding on as local landmarks and links to the past. Here’s a look at some of the ones we found across Minnesota.
by Andrew Krueger

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