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Schools fear disruptions as the White House begins dismantling the Education Department
The Trump administration is steaming forward on its plan to dismantle the Education Department. Many state and local education leaders say they are bracing for disruption and new bureaucratic hurdles.
Vikings need 3rd straight win over Packers at Lambeau Field to boost their fading playoff hopes
The slumping Minnesota Vikings don’t have many more opportunities to rejuvenate their fading hopes for a second straight postseason berth. Minnesota has lost four of its last five games. The Vikings’ next shot to turn things around comes Sunday at Lambeau Field. 
PWHL Season 3 preview: Amid expansion and roster shuffles, 2-time champion Frost eager to defend title
The PWHL enters its expansion era with new teams in Seattle and Vancouver as the league preparing to open its third season on Friday. The Minnesota Frost, the two-time defending Walter Cup champions, return much of their roster with Kendall Coyne Schofield as captain.
How could Trump interfere in the midterms? Here’s what voting officials are watching
Less than a year from the midterm elections, state and local voting officials from both major political parties are actively preparing for the possibility of interference by the Trump administration.
Minnesota teacher licensing head: Reporting system needs changes to keep kids safe
Yelena Bailey tells MPR News she’ll ask lawmakers to give the state licensing board more power to revoke the licenses of teachers accused of inappropriate behavior with students and to investigate people applying for licenses. 
MN Shortlist: Slow Burns & Bright Lights — 6 Picks for Nov. 21–27
As parade season kicks in and the evenings arrive early, this week’s picks offer a mix of music, theater and small-scale surprises. From Duluth’s gingerbread “city” to a new festival of collaborative work in Minneapolis, here are six solid ways to make the most of the week ahead.