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States sue Trump administration for blocking the development of wind energy
A coalition of state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against President Donald Trump’s attempt to stop the development of wind energy. Attorneys general from 17 states and Washington, D.C., are challenging an executive order Trump signed his first day in office.
Tapped out? Dispute with DNR over year-round maple tree taps leaves Grand Marais couple feeling stuck
A small maple syrup operation that has tapped trees on state land outside Grand Marais for 25 years says it may have to close over a lease dispute with the Minnesota DNR. The agency wants the business to remove its tapping equipment from 600 trees at the end of every syrup season.
Minnesota libraries warn federal cuts may hurt services
The Minnesota Library Association says some $3 million a year in federal library funding is in jeopardy and could threaten vital library programs across the state. 
‘Smashing our dreams’: NEA terminates grants for many Minnesota arts organizations
Several Minnesota arts organizations, including Penumbra Theatre and the Lakes Area Music Festival, have had their 2025 NEA grants abruptly terminated as the agency shifts its funding priorities to align with new federal directives restricting support for projects promoting diversity, equity and inclusion.
Federal cuts could effectively end programs for Minnesotans with intellectual disabilities
Three programs that help Minnesotans with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live independently rely heavily on federal dollars. Those funds are on the chopping block.
Pride on the West Side: St. Paul celebrates Cinco de Mayo with car show, parade
Cinco de Mayo began early in St. Paul this year, starting with a lowrider car show on Friday leading up to the annual parade and fiesta on the West Side, in the heart of the city’s Mexican community.