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January 27, 2025 5:01 PM

Contestants from upcoming ‘Love is Blind’ Minneapolis season are revealed

A surprising number of people in the medical industry are slated to appear in the romance show, which debuts on Valentine’s Day.

by Sam Stroozas

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January 27, 2025 3:08 PM

Insulin capped at $35 per month for Minnesotans, after settlement with manufacturers

Minnesotans prescribed insulin won’t pay more than $35 per month for it. Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison announced a settlement Monday with manufacturer Novo Nordisk, concluding a years-long lawsuit against major insulin companies.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox and Alex Haddon

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January 27, 2025 4:00 AM

Longtime Minnesota hockey referee trains next generation to make the calls

Alicia Hanrahan has worked hockey games from youth leagues to the Olympics for more than 20 years. She’s ready to put away her whistle, but not her skates. She’s working now to mentor the next generation of officials as demand climbs.

by Dan Gunderson

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January 26, 2025 11:05 AM

Photos: Lunar New Year celebrated at Asia Mall

Eden Prairie’s Asia Mall kicked off celebrations for the Lunar New Year on Saturday, drawing over 100 people for live music, performances and cultural activities. This year is the Year of the Snake, associated with wisdom and good fortune.

by Nicole Ki and Tom Baker

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January 26, 2025 4:00 AM

Curling national championships set to begin in Duluth, a hotspot for the game

The best curlers in the country are coming to Minnesota for the 2025 USA Curling Men’s and Women’s National Championships, which will be held in Duluth from Jan. 27 through Feb. 2.

by Dan Kraker

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January 25, 2025 10:40 PM

Photos: U.S. Pond Hockey tournament at Lake Nokomis

The U.S. Pond Hockey Championships wraps up this weekend at Lake Nokomis in Minneapolis. Lots of players love reconnecting with friends, taking time off work and skating fast.

by Nicole Ki

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January 24, 2025 5:52 PM

St. Paul City Council President Mitra Jalali announces resignation, citing health concerns

After nearly seven years with the city, St. Paul council member and president Mitra Jalali has decided to step down. She says she is focusing on prioritizing her mental and physical health.

by Sam Stroozas

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January 24, 2025 2:50 PM

Advocates remember 25 Minnesotans killed in connection with domestic violence

Family, friends and advocates gathered in St. Paul Friday to remember 25 people killed in connection with domestic violence last year. Violence Free Minnesota, a coalition of groups working to end domestic violence, puts on the event every year to commemorate Minnesotans killed the year before.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox