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As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy

As 2026 begins, Minnesotans offer mixed takes on the economy

Minnesotans’ economic pictures are a mixed bag at the start of the year, with some experiencing rising costs and shrinking savings, while others are enjoying a strong stock market.
by Tadeo Ruiz Sandoval

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Slushy, slippery roads cause some Minnesota school districts to delay or cancel classes

Slushy, slippery roads cause some Minnesota school districts to delay or cancel classes

The slippery conditions — with temperatures hovering right around freezing in the Twin Cities — prompted some school districts to cancel or delay the start of classes. Find a list of those schools below.
by Andrew Krueger

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From sadness to relief, reaction to Walz announcement reverberates across Minnesota

From sadness to relief, reaction to Walz announcement reverberates across Minnesota

Reaction to the governor’s decision to end his campaign for a third term ranged from sadness and disappointment among his supporters, to support for the move in the wake of the state’s growing fraud problem.
by Dan Kraker

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Reshuffled Minnesota governor’s race after Walz exit will pose challenges for both parties

Reshuffled Minnesota governor’s race after Walz exit will pose challenges for both parties

Gov. Tim Walz’s decision to not seek reelection will cause both parties to recalibrate their approaches to candidates in a suddenly open race. On Tuesday, a defiant Walz said, “I’m not going anywhere,” as he talked about plans for the last 12 months of his term.
by Dana Ferguson

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Minneapolis mayor, council officially take office with inauguration

Minneapolis mayor, council officially take office with inauguration

Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey officially launched his third term in office with an inauguration ceremony on Monday alongside newly elected members of the city council, park board and Board of Estimate and Taxation.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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High praise, ‘good riddance’: Reactions pour in on Walz's decision not to run

High praise, ‘good riddance’: Reactions pour in on Walz's decision not to run

News that DFL Gov. Tim Walz had abandoned his quest for a third term as governor generated reactions from across the state and national political spectrum. Here’s an edited sampling of comments from Walz’s political supporters and opponents.
by MPR News Staff

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U.S. drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child

U.S. drops the number of vaccines it recommends for every child

The U.S. has taken the unprecedented step of dropping the number of vaccines it recommends for every child — leaving other immunizations, such as flu shots, open to families to choose but without clear guidance.
by The Associated Press

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Who’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026?

Who’s running for Minnesota governor in 2026?

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz abruptly ended his bid for a third term Monday, saying he wanted to spend his final year in office focused on fighting fraud in state programs instead of campaigning. Here’s who has said they are running so far.
by MPR News Staff

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