Minnesota Now: Aug. 13, 2026
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Both St. Paul and Minneapolis recently released their budget proposals for 2027. We got highlights of those proposals from Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and St. Paul Mayor Kaohly Her.
The state has released the results from a study looking at the experience and needs of LGBTQ+ Minnesotans.
Plus, Minnesota high schoolers took part in shaping a national artificial intelligence policy for schools. We talked to one student and her principal about participating.
And there’s a new professional sports team in Minnesota — a Major League Volleyball team — and it finally has a name: the Minnesota Forge! We heard more about how they’re gaining new fans ahead of their inaugural season.
The Minnesota Music Minute was “Circuit” by The Real Chuck Norad. The Song of the Day was “Telluride” by Landon Conrath.
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