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Minnesota is paying to expand ethanol infrastructure. Some experts say that’s a mistake

Minnesota is paying to expand ethanol infrastructure. Some experts say that’s a mistake

The Minnesota Department of Agriculture is offering grants of almost $5 million to expand access to ethanol blends at gas pumps. But experts say the environmental and economic tradeoffs of ethanol aren’t worth the investment.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Fargo mayoral candidates clash on homelessness, budget at debate

Fargo mayoral candidates clash on homelessness, budget at debate

The 90-minute debate was the first debate among Fargo’s five mayoral candidates and topics ranged from the city’s finances, homelessness and government transparency.
by Harshawn Ratanpal

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Report critical of Minneapolis police handling of Lussier death and Moturi shooting

Report critical of Minneapolis police handling of Lussier death and Moturi shooting

A report from the Minneapolis City Auditor released Wednesday is critical of the Minneapolis police department’s actions leading up to and following the death of Allison Lussier. It also said “slower responses reduced opportunities to intervene as threats escalated” in the shooting of Davis Moturi.
by Melissa Olson, Cari Spencer and Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Minnesota educators fight for a way to lower skyrocketing health insurance costs

Minnesota educators fight for a way to lower skyrocketing health insurance costs

As health insurance premiums continue to rise, Minnesota school districts — especially small, rural ones — struggle to find good, affordable health care coverage for their staff. Minnesota educators across the state want to be able to band together for better coverage and bargaining power in the marketplace.
by Molly Castle Work

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Minneapolis to expand safety measures in Uptown

Minneapolis to expand safety measures in Uptown

Minneapolis plans to assign community safety ambassadors to Uptown starting in November, as officials look to curb crime.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Prince's legacy still shines in downtown Minneapolis 10 years after his death

Prince's legacy still shines in downtown Minneapolis 10 years after his death

Ten years after Prince's death, his legacy still looms large over his home state. Local writer Frank Bures takes us on a tour of downtown Minneapolis to explore Prince's life and impact.
by Jacob Aloi

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Prince fans reflect on his legacy 10 years later

Prince fans reflect on his legacy 10 years later

Prince is remembered as more than a musician. His impact on fashion, gender expression and artistic freedom continues to resonate with Minnesotans and people across the world.
by Sarah Thamer

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