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Snow falling across much of southern, central Minnesota for Halloween. What you need to know

Snow falling across much of southern, central Minnesota for Halloween. What you need to know

It’s been a Halloween of frightful weather across much of Minnesota as rain changed over to accumulating snow — leading to dangerous driving conditions and widespread power outages.
by Andrew Krueger

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Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse

Millions of low-cost homes are deteriorating, making the U.S. housing shortage worse

Older homes are the only ones many Americans can afford, but they are costly to fix and maintain, especially for seniors. A patchwork of programs to help are underfunded and have years-long waitlists.
by Jennifer Ludden and Marisa Peñaloza

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For these Arab-Americans, the election offers no easy choices

For these Arab-Americans, the election offers no easy choices

The upcoming election is highlighting the frustrations and aspirations of Arab-Americans, many of who are planning to vote Green.
by Sarah Thamer

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After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

After 38 years of consistency, Winona-area House district to gain new lawmaker after intense race

In politically-split Winona, two candidates are seeking to replace a longtime legislator. The outcome of the race could determine party control of the Minnesota House.
by Catharine Richert

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Grand jury indicts 11 alleged Lows members amid federal gang crackdown

Grand jury indicts 11 alleged Lows members amid federal gang crackdown

Prosecutors say that the defendants are responsible for a spate of murders and attempted murders over the last three years targeting their rivals.
by Matt Sepic

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Anonymous donor pays assessment bill to save Fergus Falls historic home

Anonymous donor pays assessment bill to save Fergus Falls historic home

An anonymous donor has stepped up to save the historic home of the first Black resident of Fergus Falls. The 139-year-old house faced forfeiture to Otter Tail County due to an unpaid city assessment bill.
by Regina Medina and Mathew Holding Eagle III

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Voting in Fargo or Cass County? Here are the choices on your ballot.

Voting in Fargo or Cass County? Here are the choices on your ballot.

Fargo and Cass County residents will vote on candidates for North Dakota governor, state Legislature, and auditor, along with a number of ballot initiatives and local offices.
by MPR News Staff

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