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Minnesota Republicans look to DOGE model for state government efficiency commission

Minnesota Republicans look to DOGE model for state government efficiency commission

The commission would consist of a panel of six citizens who would investigate fraud in state agencies and potential conflicts of interest in the Legislature. Three members would be appointed by Republicans and three by Democrats.
by Dana Ferguson

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Pilot and 2 children survive a night on airplane wing after crashing into Alaska lake

Pilot and 2 children survive a night on airplane wing after crashing into Alaska lake

A pilot and two girls survived on the wing of a plane for about 12 hours after it crashed and was partially submerged in an icy Alaska lake, then were rescued after being spotted by a good Samaritan.
by The Associated Press

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Trump’s new executive order could upend voting

Trump’s new executive order could upend voting

The order tests the power of Trump’s authority and would require voters using a federal form to show proof of citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. It’s sure to be tested in court.
by Jude Joffe-Block

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Republican lawmakers seek to put PBS and NPR in the hot seat

Republican lawmakers seek to put PBS and NPR in the hot seat

A House subcommittee led by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and named after Elon Musk’s government-efficiency team has set its sights on the public broadcasters.
by David Folkenflik

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Special ed faces cuts as Minneapolis schools struggle to close $75M budget gap

Special ed faces cuts as Minneapolis schools struggle to close $75M budget gap

District leaders had previously signaled school nutrition and special education would be affected by the cuts. The board’s finance committee Tuesday night said the total number of position cuts hasn’t been finalized. Protesters at the meeting pushed back on proposed cuts.
by Alex Haddon

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Police looking for teen suspects in Minneapolis robbery spree

Police looking for teen suspects in Minneapolis robbery spree

Minneapolis police say a group of teens is likely responsible for a string of more than a dozen armed robberies on Sunday and Monday that included a carjacking. Four of the victims were pistol-whipped.
by Matt Sepic

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Walz announces remote work changes for Minnesota state agency employees

Walz announces remote work changes for Minnesota state agency employees

State agency employees will have to work in-person for at least 50 percent of scheduled workdays starting June 1. The policy change provides an exemption for employees who live more than 75 miles away from their primary work location.
by Clay Masters

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