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Hastings sues 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

Hastings sues 3M over ‘forever chemicals’ in drinking water

The lawsuit alleges that chemicals known as PFAS emitted from the smokestacks of 3M's Cottage Grove facility were carried downwind and deposited onto the soil, where they leached into Hastings' public wells.
by Kirsti Marohn

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After Wednesday morning storms, when's the next chance for rain?

After Wednesday morning storms, when's the next chance for rain?

We could have some severe weather around the Interstate 90 corridor early Wednesday, then a few more scattered shower chances the next several nights. But what about some tropical moisture to help burst our drought?
by Ben Cathey

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Ask a Bookseller: ‘Coyoteland’ by Vanessa Hua

Ask a Bookseller: ‘Coyoteland’ by Vanessa Hua

With the novel’s multiple viewpoints and complex issues, “Coyoteland” will appeal to fans of Celeste Ng’s “Little Fires Everywhere.”
by Emily Bright

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Burnsville police bring on U of M psychiatrists in mental health cases in novel partnership

Burnsville police bring on U of M psychiatrists in mental health cases in novel partnership

The Burnsville Police and Fire Department’s Behavioral Health Unit is partnering with the University of Minnesota Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences to help consult and provide continuing care in the unit’s response.
by Nina Moini and Aleesa Kuznetsov

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Commissioner: Proposed federal rule change continues dismantling of civil rights enforcement

Commissioner: Proposed federal rule change continues dismantling of civil rights enforcement

The federal government is proposing ending U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity demographic reporting that helps agencies identify and address workplace discrimination. Minnesota Department of Human Rights Commissioner Rebecca Lucero is part of several civil rights agencies urging the federal government to not end the reporting.
by Nina Moini and Ngoc Bui

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Rescuers saved some 80 people in Grand Canyon floods that left 2 dead and 1 missing, officials say

Rescuers saved some 80 people in Grand Canyon floods that left 2 dead and 1 missing, officials say

The bodies of two friends — a Texas chiropractor and a martial arts studio owner — have been found after a major flash flood swept through the Grand Canyon. Officials said Monday that one person remains unaccounted for after about 80 others were rescued over the weekend.
by The Associated Press

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‘Kids literally disappeared’: Minnesota schools lost at least 1,700 students following Operation Metro Surge

‘Kids literally disappeared’: Minnesota schools lost at least 1,700 students following Operation Metro Surge

A Sahan Journal data analysis shows student enrollment declined in Minnesota school districts with the highest percentage of English learners after the federal immigration operation. For some, the loss will have long-term impacts.

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Cities Church defendants file dozens of motions challenging charges

Cities Church defendants file dozens of motions challenging charges

The flurry of court filings includes motions to dismiss the charges against all defendants. Attorneys argue that the Trump administration unfairly targeted the 38 people charged in connection with the Jan. 18 Cities Church protest.
by MPR News Staff

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Coyne Schofield returns for 4th season in Minnesota after signing 2-year contract with Frost

Coyne Schofield returns for 4th season in Minnesota after signing 2-year contract with Frost

The Minnesota Frost re-signed captain Kendall Coyne Schofield to a two-year contract, ending any concerns the 34-year-old may take a year off after helping the United States win an Olympic gold medal in February.
by The Associated Press

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A decade after Colin Kaepernick took a knee that led to his exile, the ripple effects continue

A decade after Colin Kaepernick took a knee that led to his exile, the ripple effects continue

Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick's decision to kneel during the national anthem in 2016 sparked a cultural conversation. He aimed to highlight social issues like racial injustice and police brutality.
by The Associated Press

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Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says

Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday, in the latest departure of a top military leader during the Trump administration.
by The Associated Press

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International student enrollment continues to decline in Minnesota's colleges, universities

International student enrollment continues to decline in Minnesota's colleges and universities, as the Trump administration's student visa restrictions make it more difficult for students to come here.
by Phineas Pope

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Hot start to September with spotty rain chances

Hot start to September with spotty rain chances

Welcome to September. It will be nearly 10 degrees above normal Tuesday, but less humid than Monday morning. Muggy air and spotty storm chances return Tuesday night.
by Sven Sundgaard

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State Fair forecast: Storms fire up late Tuesday night

State Fair forecast: Storms fire up late Tuesday night

We’ll have an initial band of rain just to the south of Minnesota on Tuesday morning. While we won’t get the rain, we will get the cloud deck.
by Ben Cathey

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Crop artists react after State Fair removes anti-Trump ‘8647’ piece due to harassment

Crop artists react after State Fair removes anti-Trump ‘8647’ piece due to harassment

A crop artist asked the Minnesota State Fair to remove their artwork from the crop art competition after they said they received threats for its political content. Many in the crop art community say it’s unprecedented.
by Alex V. Cipolle

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Visa restrictions lead to fewer international students enrolling in MN colleges for 2nd year

Visa restrictions lead to fewer international students enrolling in MN colleges for 2nd year

As the Trump administration enacts policy changes restricting student visas, many of the students from foreign countries here are feeling anxious about the future or their studies and whether they’ll be able to complete them.
by Hannah Yang

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Family, friends remember farmer who supplied Minnesota State Fair's Corn Roast

Family, friends remember farmer who supplied Minnesota State Fair's Corn Roast

For more than two decades, farmer Jerry Untiedt supplied each year’s Minnesota State Fair with hundreds of thousands of ears of fresh sweet corn for the Corn Roast stand. He passed away in July.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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