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Gov. Tim Walz says he’ll propose anti-fraud measures, reflects on VP bid
In his first interview with MPR News since his vice presidential run, Tim Walz said he still has “privilege” of serving as Minnesota governor, urged lawmakers to work together in divided government.
Denials and prior authorizations: What it means and what needs to change with health insurance
The former chief medical officer for UnitedHealth Group says the harsh reaction to Brian Thompson’s killing shows the importance of addressing the health insurance system.
FBI missed ‘basic step’ in its intelligence efforts ahead of Jan. 6 Capitol riot
The long-awaited report from DOJ Inspector General office comes nearly four years after a crowd of Donald Trump’s supporters stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021 to try to prevent Congress from certifying Joe Biden's election win.
Minneapolis City Council overrides mayor’s veto of 2025 budget
The Minneapolis City Council enacted its 2025 budget on Thursday, after overturning a veto by Mayor Jacob Frey.
North Dakota regulators consider underground carbon dioxide storage permits for Midwest pipeline
A North Dakota panel will consider whether to approve permits for underground storage of carbon dioxide that a proposed pipeline would carry from ethanol plants throughout the Midwest.
Biden commutes the sentences for 1,500 people, the largest act of clemency in a day
The 1,500 people had been serving long prison sentences that would have been shorter under today's laws and practices. Three Minnesota women are among those to get their federal convictions pardoned.
Trump is named Time's Person of the Year, will ring the New York Stock Exchange bell
President-elect Donald Trump is back in his hometown of New York where he's been honored as Time magazine’s Person of the Year and will ring the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange.