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Minnesota’s government branches duel in constitutional clash where courts might have final word
An ugly opening to Minnesota’s legislative session and a campaign season that won’t end is fueling lawsuit after lawsuit.
Walz set to unveil budget Thursday amid Capitol power struggle
Gov. Tim Walz is expected to propose a lower level of spending for the next two-year budget that starts on July 1 as pressure on future state finances builds. He’s scheduled to release his plan at noon.
To boost kids’ reading, Minnesota schools start to shift the way they teach
Minnesota schools are working now to overhaul literacy teaching to comply with a new state statute, the Read Act. A visit to one district shows the hopes and challenges that come with overturning decades of instructional practice.
Frey listed among 175 potential government witnesses in next Feeding Our Future trial
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is on the government’s witness list in the second Feeding Our Future trial. He is not accused of any wrongdoing and a spokesperson said Frey has not received a subpoena to testify.
Minnesota Supreme Court weighs postponing election crucial to Capitol control
Minnesota Supreme Court justices on Wednesday promised to decide quickly whether a special Roseville-area election critical to deciding power in the House happens as scheduled on Jan. 28 or gets pushed deeper into the legislative session.
Art Hounds on fabric, dragons and freedom
From MPR News, Art Hounds are members of the Minnesota arts community who look beyond their own work to highlight what’s exciting in local art. This week, they recommend fabric collages, dragon-themed theater and photographs on the subject of freedom
Art Shanties return to Lake Harriet in Minneapolis
The Art Shanty Projects, featuring 20 uniquely designed shanties with performances and interactive experiences, returns Jan. 18–Feb. 9, showcasing a new mentorship program and celebrating ideal ice conditions after last year's weather challenges.