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No to NDAs? Proposals demanding more data center transparency gain bipartisan support
Bills banning non-disclosure agreements and requiring local governments to release more information about proposed data center projects are earning bipartisan support at the Minnesota Legislature.
A new effort looks to revitalize Uptown (again)
The newly formed organization Uptown United hopes it can be a catalyst for turning the Minneapolis neighborhood around.
Fargo crime suspect says AI face recognition software failed. Police say there was more to the arrest
The Fargo Police Department has drawn criticism for jailing a woman for more than five months after artificial intelligence facial recognition software flagged her as a suspect in a crime.
Minneapolis sued again over police staffing
The newest lawsuit on police staffing alleges that city leaders have failed to comply with a 2022 Minnesota Supreme Court decision requiring Minneapolis to employ 731 officers, in line with the city's charter.
Former state health commissioner appointed to role supporting Minnesota hospitals
Former Minnesota Department of Health Commissioner Jan Malcolm will collaborate with leaders from hospitals and health systems across the state to tackle financial challenges to support hospitals and ensure access to care statewide.