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Stories from May 1, 2026

Politics Friday: Taking stock of Minnesota's session, campaign as May decision points near

Politics Friday: Taking stock of Minnesota's session, campaign as May decision points near

May will be a critical month for state lawmakers and for candidates for a range of Minnesota elective offices. The end of the legislative session and the state party endorsing conventions are closing in. Friday at noon, we’ll check in on both.
by Brian Bakst and Matthew Alvarez

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Lush nature and fathomless loss coexist in 'Under Water'

Lush nature and fathomless loss coexist in 'Under Water'

The underwater world that Tara Menon creates in her new novel is wonderous and immersive. She joins Kerri Miller on this week’s Big Books and Bold Ideas to talk about nature and friendship and loss, and how to write without cliches or sentimentality.
by Kerri Miller and Kelly Gordon

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Wild beat Stars 5-2 for first playoff series win in 11 years

Wild beat Stars 5-2 for first playoff series win in 11 years

Quinn Hughes led Minnesota to its first playoff series victory in 11 years, scoring twice in the Wild's 5-2 victory over the Dallas Stars in Game 6 on Thursday night.
by The Associated Press

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