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Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation

Lawmakers discuss state oversight of rental housing following MPR News investigation

MPR News found problems tied to inspections and local political pressures that leave low-income renters in potential danger across greater Minnesota. Now, some state lawmakers and lobbyists say change is necessary.
by Ellie Roth

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St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter celebrates progress in State of the City address

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter celebrates progress in State of the City address

St. Paul Mayor Melvin Carter celebrated progress in public safety and housing in his annual State of the City address Monday — and vowed to keep up progress in the midst of federal funding cuts and policy changes.
by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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Minnesotans mourn Pope Francis at Cathedral, honor his empathy and compassion

Minnesotans mourn Pope Francis at Cathedral, honor his empathy and compassion

Minnesotans paid their respects for Pope Francis, who died Monday the age of 88. Many expressed their admiration for the pope, who they see as humble, compassionate and an excellent listener.
by MPR News Staff

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Reporter’s notebook: Hey Canada, we know relations are strained. Can we talk?

Reporter’s notebook: Hey Canada, we know relations are strained. Can we talk?

Political threats, taunts and tariffs are changing how Canadians think about Americans. Relations are strained but not broken, yet. MPR News host Angela Davis led a road trip to Thunder Bay, Ontario, to listen. Here’s what she heard.
by Angela Davis

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Land speculators and lawmakers: How St. Peter nearly became Minnesota’s capital

Land speculators and lawmakers: How St. Peter nearly became Minnesota’s capital

A bill at the Legislature this session seeks to designate St. Peter as Minnesota’s honorary capital, a nod to its nearly famous status. It’s also intended to set the record straight on exactly what happened during Minnesota’s last year before statehood. 
by Anika Besst

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She's on a mission to end human trafficking in rural Minnesota

She's on a mission to end human trafficking in rural Minnesota

Anne LaFrinier-Ritchie grew up in northern Minnesota wanting to be a journalist. Life led her instead to become a social worker and then to devote herself to protecting the state’s most vulnerable children. 
by Dan Gunderson

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Conservation group names Mississippi ‘most endangered’ U.S. river

Conservation group names Mississippi ‘most endangered’ U.S. river

The group American Rivers says the Mississippi faces threats including increased flooding and inadequate disaster prevention and response. In Minnesota, one environmental advocate says not much has been done to move the needle on the biggest source of pollution in the river — agriculture.
by Kirsti Marohn

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