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Minnesota youth could win $1,000 for ideas that benefit their communities
The YouthSparks Ideas Competition is seeking ideas for products, services or activities for social change. The goal is to empower youth to see themselves as decision makers in their communities.
Minnesota’s push for free school meals proves popular, but costs are climbing 
Minnesota’s move this year to offer free breakfast and lunch to all kids regardless of family income is driving huge new demand for meals. But it’s now expected to cost the state about $175 million more than expected over the next four years. Here’s why.
'Interpretation is key': Professor weighs in on antisemitism claims at UMN
A University of Minnesota law professor and a former regent this week asked the U.S. Department of Education to investigate alleged antisemitism at the university. It comes as conflicting ideas about what is antisemitic has universities across the nation struggling to strike a balance between free speech and protecting students.