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Fond du Lac Band resumes tradition of harvesting Lake Superior trout to continue culture, feed students

Fond du Lac Band resumes tradition of harvesting Lake Superior trout to continue culture, feed students

Lake trout were nearly wiped out in Lake Superior by the invasive sea lamprey. But a successful control project has helped bring the trout back from the brink. That’s allowing the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to practice their treaty rights to harvest fish from the lake with nets — something they haven't done in over 150 years.
by Dan Kraker

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House Speaker Lisa Demuth launches Republican bid for Minnesota governor

House Speaker Lisa Demuth launches Republican bid for Minnesota governor

As the highest-ranking Republican in Minnesota government now, Lisa Demuth’s announcement will jolt the GOP field of candidates vying to take on DFL Gov. Tim Walz in 2026.
by Dana Ferguson

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SNAP benefits cut off during shutdown, driving long lines at food pantries

SNAP benefits cut off during shutdown, driving long lines at food pantries

People across the country formed long lines for free meals and groceries at food pantries and drive-through giveaways Saturday, after monthly benefits through SNAP were suddenly cut off because of the ongoing government shutdown.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota voter guide: Use 'Build Your Ballot' to prepare for the Nov. 4 local elections

Minnesota voter guide: Use 'Build Your Ballot' to prepare for the Nov. 4 local elections

Minnesota voters can get ready for Tuesday’s local elections with MPR News’ free “Build Your Ballot” tool. Learn who’s on your ballot, where candidates stand and explore issue-based candidate quizzes for Minneapolis and St. Paul. 
by Anika Besst

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Joyful Day of the Dead commemorations rally U.S. Latino communities despite immigration raid fears

Joyful Day of the Dead commemorations rally U.S. Latino communities despite immigration raid fears

These crucial religious, family and community celebrations for most Mexicans and many other Latin Americans have taken on special significance this year in U.S. Latino communities, as the Trump administration escalates immigration enforcement raids, including in Minnesota.
by The Associated Press

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Wild stop 5-game losing streak with 5-2 win over Canucks for 1st regulation home win in 7 tries

Wild stop 5-game losing streak with 5-2 win over Canucks for 1st regulation home win in 7 tries

Marco Rossi scored the go-ahead goal in the second period and Vladimir Tarasenko had a goal and two assists, helping the Minnesota Wild stop a five-game losing streak with a 5-2 victory over the Vancouver Canucks on Saturday night.
by The Associated Press

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Minnesota's first Black female attorney gets her own street

Minnesota's first Black female attorney gets her own street

A Minneapolis street once named after segregationist Edmund Walton has been renamed to honor Lena Olive Smith, Minnesota's first Black female attorney.
by Olivia Hanson

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Lindsey's OT touchdown run helps Minnesota deny Michigan State first Big Ten win with 23-20 victory

Lindsey's OT touchdown run helps Minnesota deny Michigan State first Big Ten win with 23-20 victory

Drake Lindsey scored on a 3-yard run on third down in overtime after he had the tying rushing touchdown with 29 seconds left in regulation, and Minnesota kept Michigan State winless in Big Ten play with a 23-20 victory on Saturday.
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